Ljutic closing?

Discussion in 'Trapshooting Forum - Americantrapshooter.com' started by ARK80, Apr 17, 2025.

  1. ARK80

    ARK80 Active Member

    To anyone curious,
    Jere Irwin has decided to close Ljutic. Pressure due to Washington state’s new FFL requirements going into effect.
     
  2. farmerfranklyn@yahoo. Om

    farmerfranklyn@yahoo. Om Well-Known Member

    Al and Nadine plus the incredibly famous Ljutic smoothbores create terrific memories!
     
  3. bobski

    bobski USN Retired Range Owner

    wonder if any smiths will continue serving them afterwards?
    maybe a buyout like winchesters custom shop was bought out?
     
  4. Dietz65

    Dietz65 Member

    Phillips Gunsmith in Texas will service Ljutics.
     
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  5. bobski

    bobski USN Retired Range Owner

    ya suppose he'll buy them out for the parts?
     
  6. rrisum

    rrisum Mega Poster

    Problem with aftermarket, specialty made parts are often much higher price than the factory with all the jigs and specks the factory has. Can keep them going, but will cost you more.
     
  7. jamesbalog

    jamesbalog Mega Poster

    im fairly sure he already had them… at least the parts for the oddball Ljutics the factory wouldn’t even service
     
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  8. backfencer

    backfencer Active Member

    Last year, Phillip went completely through my Spacegun; replacing the main spring, tuning up both pull/release triggers, and tightening up my stock while glass bedding it also. Total cost was $200, including shipping from Washington State to Texas. Fuel to drive from my house to Yakima, IF Ljutic was open would have been $100. I believe Ljutic repairs are securely in good hands with Phillip, and like usual, you'll be treated better than you deserve!
     
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