Hi,

What is your favorite reference book pertaining the various things that can be done to a rifle to optimize its performance? I have heard a lot of talk on these boards about various things that can be done, but admittedly, don't really understand what they are or mean. Do these types of modifications/tweaks/etc... really have a significant effect on the performance of the rifle?

Also, I have a few gunsmiths near me, but I don't feel real comfortable guaging which one is good. Any tips you may have in helping me rate a gunsmith (assuming there are different degrees of ability in gunsmiths); it would also be a big help.

Thanks,

Dan