Gunsmith
8AI USED FOR8%moving to53%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSC
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
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Gunsmith
Gunsmiths repair, maintain and customize firearms. They combine engineering skill with craftsmanship to make sure guns work safely and reliably for hunting and sport shooting.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Organisations in this field
Organisations known to employ people in this area of work. This is not a list of current vacancies.
BrowningA leading manufacturer of firearms and ammunition, Browning is known for its quality and innovation.
PurdeyRenowned for bespoke shotguns and rifles, Purdey offers a rich heritage and craftsmanship in firearms.
Holland & HollandA prestigious British gunmaker, Holland & Holland is famous for its luxury shotguns and rifles.