MEET OUR GUNSMITHS
LEAD GUNSMITH
DAKOTA HENDRICKS
I was born and raised in Boise, Idaho and took an interest in firearms at a young age. I learned a lot about firearms and how to shoot from my grandpa; growing up, he saw that I was interested in firearms and taught me all that he could, including how to hunt. I always had a fascination with the rich history of firearms and mechanical workings, so if there was any work that needed to be done on a family or close friends firearm, I always tried to be the one to do it for them to learn as much as I could. I got my first firearms industry job at Tactical Solutions at age 22, where I learned how to build AR style rifles, Glock 22lr conversions, X-ring rifles and many other products they had to offer. I worked in both the machine shop and assembly, going from raw materials to building the final product.
ARMOR / GUNSMITH / ENGRAVER
WILL HALVERSON
Born in Idaho Falls, I grew up watching and helping my father in his garage and shop, where he ran his own firearms business. By age 9, I had attended many shooting competitions with him and helped with tool assembly and .45 reloads. Starting in 2018, I spent summers in Boise working in the gunsmiths' shop, learning through hands-on experience in disassembly and cleaning. After years of developing my skills, I built a long-range rifle for my senior project, which led to a full-time position at Independence as a laser engraver and armorer. With certifications in Photoshop and graphic design, I now combine my passion for firearms and design to create personalized and cherished pieces for the community.
ARMOR / GUNSMITH
Christopher Bowers
I grew up in Las Vegas and got my first Norinco at 18, which sparked a lifelong passion for firearms. I earned a degree in criminal justice and began my career in the legal field before transitioning into the manufacturing side of the industry. At Anderson Quality Spring I worked closely with respected partners such as Benchmade, Noveske, Kershaw, ADM, Pro-Tech, and Franklin Armory, and represented the company at SHOT Show’s Supplier Showcase for four consecutive years. I am a Glock-certified armorer and am continually expanding my technical knowledge and certifications to better serve our customers and support this team.
