Sionics 2 Day Armorer Course- Greater Chicago Area 6/7 Oct 2012

I was contact today by an associate who says that there has been some interest generated for a class behind enemy lines. I know a few members here have contacted me as well. So if you leave in Illionois or the SE Wisconsin area this may be the class. Please PM me if you are interested and I will forward all info to Illinois POC.

Instructor: Iraqgunz
Dates: October 6/7 2012
Time: 8-5 both days
Location: To be Announced- Metro Chicago area.
Cost: $400 per person

Necessary gear:
Carbine (factory or parts gun)
Complete set of steel punches- 1/16, 5/64, 3/32, 1/8, 5/32
Complete set of roll pin holders- Brownells is a Premier Supplier of Firearms, Reloading Supplies, Gunsmithing Tools, Gun Parts and Accessories
Complete set of roll pin punches- http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=3...LL-PIN-PUNCHES
1” Nylon and Brass Hammer- Brownells is a Premier Supplier of Firearms, Reloading Supplies, Gunsmithing Tools, Gun Parts and Accessories
Small to medium pair of needle nose pliers.
Large flat tip screwdriver or variable tip screwdriver set.
Bolt Catch Pin Punch- Brownells is a Premier Supplier of Firearms, Reloading Supplies, Gunsmithing Tools, Gun Parts and Accessories
Pivot Pin Installation Tool- Brownells is a Premier Supplier of Firearms, Reloading Supplies, Gunsmithing Tools, Gun Parts and Accessories
Instructor will be bringing a variety of specialty tools to the class, to include a vise, vise blocks, etc…

NO live ammunition in classroom

Sionics Weapons Systems is proud to bring you the 2 day armorer course designed to cover the AR15 family of weapons. Unlike many courses that are restricted to law enforcement or military, Sionics believes in the right to bear arms for all law abiding citizens.

Overview
This class will be taught using various media sources (videos, powerpoints and pictures) as well as well as hands on with weapons provided by the students. At the conclusion of the course all students should be able to assemble a fully functional weapon from parts. In addition they should be able to recognize common malfunctions and be able to troubleshoot issues that are frequently encountered.

The course will conclude with all students taking a written test as well as hands on test which will include the complete disassembly and reassembly of the weapon followed by a functions test.

TD 1
-Introduction to the AR15 platform, its history, and cycle of operation
-Parts breakdown and nomenclature
-Required tools and equipment needed
-Basic disassembly and reassembly

TD 2
-Overview of TD 1
-Inspection criteria
-Troubleshooting
-Complete and detailed disassembly and assembly of weapon
-Written test and certificate issuance

Instructor Bio
This course will be taught by a veteran of both the U.S. Army and U.S Coast Guard. Having completed a deployment to the Middle East in support of operations Iraqi and Enduring Freedom in 2005 he entered into the private sector working in Iraq and Afghanistan as an armorer/ instructor for several large private military companies supporting the Department of Defense and the Department of State. He has attended and completed numerous factory armorer courses from such companies as Beretta, Barrett, Colt, Dillon Aero, FNHUSA, Glock, Knights’ Armament, Remington, and SigSauer.

No way I can make this one, but I would be able to next year if you plan to do another in the area.

Had a meeting this evening with the owner of Midwest Industries - http://www.midwestindustriesinc.com/index.cfm. The owner Troy has agreed to host a class at his location in Waukesha, WI at on 29-30 September, 2012. This is only a few hours from Northern Illinois/ greater Chicago area. Anyone interested please contact me and I will get you all additional info. You can also use the email me feature as well.

You can buy parts, lowers and other items that you may need for the course.