Chris Laubach - Williamsburg Forge

About this episode

Chris Laubach discusses his transition from a tool and die maker to a muzzleloading craftsman, inspired by his childhood experiences and mentorship.

Something that started as a "side business" has turned into a second career for Chris Laubach of Pennsylvania. Trained as a Tool and Die maker turned product development designer, Chris' focus has turned to his boyhood time in the shop with his father where he designs and manufactures locks, sights, and other muzzleloading accoutrements for today's enthusiast. In this episode we talk about Chris' background, being a student of icons like Wallace Gusler, and how this recent leap of faith has changed everything. Follow Chris here: https://williamsburgforge.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077024997427 Learn more about this and many other things related to muzzleloading at ILoveMuzzleloading.com Don't miss the Kalamazoo Living History Show, March 21-22, 2026. Learn more at KalamazooShow.com Music by Hawken Horse and used with permission Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in this episode

Host: Ethan Yazel

Guest: Chris Laubach

Topics covered

• muzzleloading
• craftsmanship
• history
• product design
• personal journey

Keywords

• muzzleloading
• craftsmanship
• locks
• sights
• design
• history
• Kalamazoo Living History Show

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Williamsburg Forge, Hawken Horse

Places: Pennsylvania

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