History of Modern Gun School

For more than seventy years, Modern Gun School has successfully educated over 60,000 students using time-tested projects and materials. As one of the oldest, distinguished distance learning gunsmithing schools, Modern Gun School continues to offer quality courses for today’s gun enthusiasts.

History of MGS
Modern Gun School Founded
Modern Gun School (MGS) was founded in 1946 in Marshfield, Wisconsin by Mr. Frank Bauer and Mr. Neil Nolt.
1946 - The Beginning
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Ralph T. Walker Arms Company
Developed and implemented time-tested curriculum and hands-on projects with the assistance of The Ralph T.
Developed and Implemented Materials
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Online Student Center Launched
With decades of experience in distance education, MGS launches its online student center in 2012. Modern Gun School now available online, supplying all study guide materials in a convenient digital format so student can study on their own time, at their own pace, and from their own workbench
2012 - Digital Developments
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Manufacturers and Firearm Experts
MGS partners with manufacturers and firearm experts to maintain relevant curriculum, and be a resource for the firearm industry.
MGS Partners
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Educated Thousands of Students
Since inception, MGS has successfully educated tens of thousands of students.
Educated Thousands of Students