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Precision bolt-action builds and elite gunsmithing by Fritz Ahlquist, a Mile High Shooting alum. Black Canyon Customs delivers handcrafted rifles for serious shooters who demand excellence.


Black Canyon Customs is a high-end rifle builder and precision gunsmith based in Denver, Colorado, led by Fritz Ahlquist—a seasoned craftsman with over two decades of hands-on experience. Trained at the Colorado School of Trades and battle-tested at Mile High Shooting®, Fritz has earned a strong reputation for delivering rifles that meet the highest standards of performance and reliability.
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Specializing in platforms like Tikka T3/T3x, Black Canyon Customs tailors each build to the shooter's needs—whether it's for long-range hunting, match competition, or tactical deployment. With FFL status and national shipping, clients from across the U.S. rely on their craftsmanship.
Trusted by shooters who expect more than factory performance.
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