Thanks to all for taking the time to share your experience! I will be separating the barrel for bluing. Although, it may be a year or two before I get there and I would rather have a better chance to get it right the first time. Between wife, kids, work, hunting seasons(archery, bird hunting with my gsp, muzzleloader, and rifle), and lately, shoveling snow, it has taken me the better part of 6 months to inlet the trigger guard in the practice blank. So no rush. I am enjoying the process and gaining more and more appreciation and respect for those of you practice this craft.

Steve, your seminars look fantastic. Someday I hope to be ready to attend! In the meantime, the photos you post on your site are very educational-thanks!

-Tom