R & D CUSTOM BARREL SERVICE

A Subsidiary of AmeriChoke

8423 Terradell Street

Pico Rivera, CA 90660-5025

Primary Phone: (562)923-3608

Secondary Phone: (310)283-0046

E-Mail: americhoke@gmail.com

Bob Day, Owner

Photo Courtesy Blacks Wing & Clay

Shotgun Repair and Modifications

Welcome     Company Profile    Clients    Services    

Screw In Choke Installation     Custom Choke Work    Choke Tube Charts     Barrel Porting   Lengthening and Polishing Forcing Cone   

Gun fitting and Recoil Pad Installation    Adjustable Comb Installation    Sight, Mount and Scope Installation    GraCoil Installations  

    Muzzle Brakes    Contact Us & Directions     Payment Information    

Shipping Information   

Perazzi Rib Repair

Welcome

Hi, my name is Bob Day, owner and operator of R&D Custom Barrel in Pico Rivera, California. Southern California's  #1 Shotgun Repair and Modification Service.  I would like to give you some details  on some of the services I provide my customers. First and foremost I deal personally with each customer . All work is performed  by me... nothing is sent out. This provides you the customer with  total assurance your gun is safe, you can call anytime to ask questions or check job status. No bad attitudes or middlemen to deal with. 

Company Profile

R & D Custom Barrel has been in business since 1990, serving the Southern California area and virtually every state in the Union.

Recognized as a leader in the community by the Pico Rivera Chamber Of Commerce, California Small Business Association, Amateur Trap Shooting Association, NSSA, NSCA and the National Rifle Association.

"Bob, at R&D, works on my personal shotguns and rifles, and I refer all my customers to him.  His work is outstanding."

- Tom John, Four-Time Zone 7 HOA, Seven Time California State Champion, 22-100 Straights in Sporting Clays

"Exceptional work and exceptional service.  Bob Day really knows his stuff.  The modifications on my Perazzi MX8 came back better than the original (if that's possible.)  He is truly an artist who loves what he does!"  

- John Moroney, L.A.P.D. Olympic Shooter (Retired)

"Bob has repaired six Perazzi barrels, with loose side ribs, for me.  His workmanship is impecable and the barrels are as solid as a rock!"

- Ole Vanborg, Champion Master Class Sporting Clay Shooter and 2010 B-Class World FITASC Champion

"I had a trigger problem with my Beretta 687, while shooting with a friend, he recommended I call Bob and we arranged to meet at the club the next day.  He took my gun and called me a few hours later to tell me that it was fixed.  Bob only charged a nominal fee for what I consider to be exceptional work."

- Mark Cross, Tournament Sporting Clays Shooter

"R&D Custom Barrel service has installed choke tubes in six of my shotguns.  The work was not only well done, but completed in a timely manner.  I can't tell you how great it is not to have to carry around those extra barrels."                 

- Ralph Waddy, President, Massey Ferguson Rod & Gun Club

"Every customer that we have referred to you has been more than happy with the quality of work and fine service."                 

- Bruce S. Ivey. Lone Pine Pheasant Club

"We couldn't stop talking about how well our three guns did with steel shot on today's quail opener, after you worked on them.  Nice work, Bob!"               

- John Andico, Art & Quail Hunter, Salinas, CA

"I got my barrel back, this week, and took it to the range.  It showed a 50% better pattern.  I will be telling my hunting contacts about your service."            

- Tony Devito, Avid turkey hunter.  New York, NY

"Bob, got the choke tubes and barrel back, in short order, and thanks again for your good work a fine service."

- Ed Funchess, Water Fowl Hunter. McComb, MI

R & D Custom Barrel has been family owned and operated for over two decades.  Our dedication to giving you, the customer, the best modifications and service at a fair price is our only goal.  We are not happy unless you are.  Our work is guaranteed for life.  Please tell us how we can best serve you. 

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Services 

Screw-in choke installation 12, 16, 20, 28 gauge & .410 bore                                                                                                 

            This is the most requested modification that I perform. As most of you know, the choke  at the end of your barrel determines the size and density of the pattern your shotgun will produce.  Different types of shooting such as trap, skeet, sporting clays, duck, turkey and quail hunting require different size shot and pattern densities for the size of the game and the range of the target. Years ago, say you had an Remington 1100, your full choke barrel and maybe a skeet barrel and modified barrel. Nowadays most guns come with screw-in chokes from the factory. I can install a choke system in your present shotgun, and with 3 or 4 tubes you can adapt to any situation that should arise, and you won't have to lug around all those extra barrels. The turnaround time for installation in my shop is usually 1 to 3 days. All work is performed  with precision tooling on a lathe.

            $150.00 per barrel (non-plated bores, not including choke tubes)

            $175.00 per barrel (chrome lined bores bores, not including choke tubes)

 

             

Stainless Steel Flush Mount Tube	$26.95
Stainless Steel Extended Tube (Sporting Clay or Precision Hunter)	$45.00-$55.00
Rifled Tubes	$54.95
Carlson's Dead Coyote Choke Tubes	$41.79
Shorten Barrel, Face, Mill-Rib, Drill-In Tap For Sight (Single-Barrel)	$65.00
Shorten Barrel, Face, Mill-Rib, Drill-In Tap For Sight (O/U or SxS)	$85.00

 

MINIMUM BARREL OUTSIDE DIAMETERS CHART*

*These measurements can be taken with calipers or a micrometer

 

12ga. REM-Choke	.850
12ga. Invector/Win-Choke	.850
12ga. TC Std.	.825
12ga TC Thin-Wall	.805
16ga. TC	.750
20ga. TC	.705
20ga. Invector/Win-Choke	.720
28ga. TC	.645
.410 TC	.505

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Choke Tube Charts (listings are below manufacturers logos)

We stock replacement choke tubes for the following gun makers

		Invector and Invector Plus
Short and 835 Mag
	Short and S.C. Long	FRANCHI

For other manufacturers, not listed above, please call.  We can probably find what you are looking for.

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Choke tubes are offered in three styles

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Custom Choke Work

            This usually entails the opening of the choke. For instance you have a full choke and would like it opened to say improved cylinder. First before any work is performed, I shoot a check pattern with your gun. While the work proceeds, the gun is test patterned until the proper choke is attained. Turnaround time is 1 to 2 weeks.

             $150.00 per choke non-plated bore

             $175.00 per choke chrome lined bores

Perazzi Rib Repair

Loose side ribs for the first 6-12 inches ahead of the breech is a common problem with all Perazzi's.  We machine the barrel and mechanically fasten the side ribs together.  Many of the barrels we repair see 50,000 rounds a year.  After repair, no failures have been reported.  Over the      years, we have also repaired many Beretta ASE 90 side ribs. 

                         1 to 2 weeks.

                     $300.00 - $450

 Barrel porting

           This is a very popular modification usually seen on clay target guns where anything you can do to lessen recoil and fatigue can help put you in the winner's circle. Porting eliminates barrel jump which gives you a quicker second  shot when needed. Porting is becoming extremly popular with dove hunters who normally shoot a lot of shells in a short time frame. It is also popular with waterfowler's who shoot heavy recoiling loads. Typically recoil is reduced by 30%. I use a pattern very similar to Browning's . All barrels are set-up individually, no clamp on drill fixtures or drill motors. All porting is done on a Bridgeport machining center. Turnaround time 1 to 3 days

                 $150.00 Per Barrel

Lengthening and polishing forcing cones

        Lengthening and polishing forcing cones: All shotguns have an area referred to as the forcing cone. It starts at the end of the chamber and tapers to the bore diameter. Generally 3/8" to 1/2" in length  with about 7 degree angle is common on most firearms. Years ago, before plastic wads and modern powders came upon the seen  this acted as a gas seal for the over powder cards. What happens when you shoot, as crimp opens the shot charge is pushed through the forcing cone and into the bore. The outside of the shot charge is deformed from the intense pressure and abrupt angle of the forcing cone. Approximately 10 to 15 percent of the pellets are deformed, which causes them to fly out of the pattern. When the forcing cone is lengthened to 1 1/2" to 2" in length with a very gentle angle of 1 1/2 degrees and polished, it makes for a much smoother transition. Deformation of the shot charge is dramatically reduced and pattern density in increased by 8 to 12 percent. It is extremely important to polish the forcing  after it has been cut by the reamer, I have seen quite few lengthened  cones that were not polished. They tend to build up with plastic from the wads, and also rust rather easily. Also, most Beretta's  made after 1992 have a lengthened forcing cone about 1 1/4" to 1 1/2" from the factory. I recommend leaving them alone, as that is of sufficient length. Also beware of the extra long forcing cone, back in the 50's and 60's when Ralph Walker developed and tested these reamers he made them as long as 12". There was no change in performance after 2", so don't get taken in by that garbage. Turnaround time 1 to 3 days.

             $100.00 per barrel non-plated bore  

                $125.00 chrome lined bores

Barrel Dent Repair

        We remove dents in 12 and 20-gauge barrels, using a hydraulic dent raiser.  1 to 3 days.

          $75.00 and up.

           

    

             

 

GraCoil Installations

    The GraCoil is a compression butt plate with an adjustable tension setting and adjustable pad plate, made to fit any shooter's style.   Tension will adjust from 14 lb. to 70 lb. with a maximum stroke of 5/16", producing a response time hardly detected, and no distractions between shots.  The pad plate adjust up or down and side to side with plenty of adjustment for comfort.  Moving parts slide on Teflon liners for a smooth and trouble free motion.  Very little lubrication or maintenance is required.

The GraCoil adds 1" to the stock length, and requires the stock to be shortened in most cases.  All aluminum and stainless steel construction. 

 

TOTAL PRICE INSTALLED:

Model # GC15 .................................................$325.00

Model # GC15 LP............................................$375.00

Recoil pad not included

 

Gunfitting and recoil pads installed

           

       Gunfitting and recoil pad installation: I stock Pachmayr and Kick-Eez recoil pads. The price covers, pad installation, cutting stock to proper length and pitch, and contouring pad to stock. All stocks are taped and cut slightly long and ground square and to correct length. The open end grain of the buttstock is sealed with Watco oil.  I'm available, by appointment, for personal gun fittings and checking of point of impact at Moore & Moore sporting clays, located near Lakeview Terrace, CA or Triple B Clays, located in South El Monte, CA.

 

$90.00 Recoil Pad Installation, not including recoil pad

$125.00 Recoil Pad, synthetic stocks, not including recoil pad

$265.00 Install R&D Adjustable butt plate with KKZ or Pachmayr recoil pad

$375.00 Install adjustable comb hardware installed.

$425.00 Install adjustable comb hardware installed. Special Stocks

Adjustable comb installation

            We install four-way adjustable comb hardware.  This allows the shooter to custom fit the gun to their self.  The comb hardware easily adjusts up or down, left or right for the proper cast.  The hardware is available in stainless steel or brass.  Please allow 7 to 10 days for installation.

             $375.00

           Autoloaders and special stocks (additional $25.00)  

Sights, mounts, & scope installation

            Sight installations: I stock many popular brands of shotgun sights including Bradley, Raybar, Lyman and Glow-worm. Usually I can install sights while you wait. All sights and mid beads are guaranteed not to fall out, as they are Loctited in place. Drilling and tapping for scope mount installation for all, Springfields, U.S. Enfields,Japs, Mausers, Winchester,Remington 30's and all similar bolt action rifles.

            Call for quote  

 

Muzzle brakes installed

            I install muzzle brakes on bolt-action rifles and large caliber single-shot pistols.  Brakes eliminate muzzle jump and up to 45% of felt recoil.  The installation of a muzzle brake can add between 1" and 1.5" to a barrel.  Upon your request, I will cut the barrel to any length you desire at no extra charge.  The brakes are available in Blue Steel or Matte Finish Stainless Steel.  All work is performed on a state-of-the-art lathe.

       

                     Turnaround time is 1 to 2 weeks

                 Blue or Stainless Steel

                 $275.00- $375.00

We also have NEW & USED factory barrels FOR SALE

• Remington 870, 1100 

• Mossberg M500

• Winchester 1200, 1300

• Beretta 686 20ga., Winchester 101 Trap Single

Plus Many Others - Limited To Stock On Hand - Please Give Us A Call

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Contact Information

R & D Custom Barrel's shop is located in Pico Rivera near the 5 and 605 freeways.  

We are open seven days a week, by APPOINTMENT ONLY.  Please call or e-mail us at the numbers provided below:

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Telephone

(562) 923-3608

 

Address for Shipping & Receiving or Written Correspondence

8423 Terradell Street, Pico Rivera, CA 90660-5025

 

Electronic mail

General Information: americhoke@gmail.com

Sales: americhoke@gmail.com

Customer Support: americhoke@gmail.com

Webmaster: americhoke@gmail.com

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Payment Information

            We currently accept payment through the following methods.  Cash, Personal Check, Money Order, Cashier's Check. 

We also accept all major credit cards (MasterCard, Visa, American Express)

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            Please make checks payable to: R&D CUSTOM BARREL SERVICE

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Shipping Information

Shipping is the sole responsibility of the sender. The information listed below is current as of January 1, 2023, and is provided as a guidline for your shipping needs. Please contact the USPS or your carrier of choice for the most up to date information.

R & D CUSTOM BARREL SERVICE

8423 Terradell Street

Pico Rivera, CA 90660-5025

562-923-3608

See Contact Information above For Shop Address, Phone Numbers & Driving Directions

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HOW TO PACKAGE YOUR WEAPON

Realize that packing for shipping is different from packing for moving. Package and freight carriers are far rougher on boxes than are movers.

Here's what you should do:

1. Place the weapon back in its original box. If you no longer have the original box, wrap the object in a similarly sized box with enough packaging so that you don't hear anything move when you shake the box.

2. Pack the first box into a slightly larger box. Insert at least two inches of padding between the inner box and the sides of the outer box.

                    3.      Include a short letter with

Your Name

Return Address

Phone Number, with area code

E-Mail Address

A detailed description of the problem or work to be performed

Your preferred method for return shipment

                   4. Ship the box

Registered Mail

Provides maximum protection and security for valuables. Available only for items paid at Priority Mail and First-Class Mail rates. May be combined with COD, restricted delivery, or return receipt. Postal insurance is provided for articles with a declared value up to a maximum of $25,000. Only items with no declared value may use registry service without insurance.

Priority Mail

Priority Mail offers 2-day service to most domestic destinations. Items must weigh 70 pounds or less and measure 108 inches or less in

combined length and girth.

Features

Priority Mail envelopes, labels, and boxes are available at no additional charge at post offices or by calling 1-800-222-1811.
Pickup service is available for $8.25 per stop, regardless of the number of pieces.

You may also send your shotgun via the following carriers:

STANDARD OVERNIGHT

 NEXT DAY AIR

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R & D CUSTOM BARREL SERVICE  IS PROUD TO HAVE PERFORMED WORK

 FOR THE FOLLOWING FINE ORGANIZATIONS

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