How do you decide what to charge?

[GoodOlBoy]

I mostly do basic gunsmithing work, just because I enjoy doing it. The problem is there are NO other gunsmiths in my area for probably 150 miles around. I am starting to get more and more buddies, of buddies, of friends, who knew somebody I had done some work for dropping guns off with me. An example?

Last year I fixed problems, or did custome work on about nine guns TOTAL. This week I have had three dropped off, and I have already done basic work or cleanup, or look at, etc on another dozen this year so far.

SOOOO what do I charge? I do it mostly because I enjoy it, but I am running out of free time since I charge little to nothing. 99% of these guys throw in a box of shells, buy me lunch, etc. But I have to do something to either start making my time pay some bills, or slow the flow somewhat or something. I mean sheesh! Its not like I do custom from scratch work. I fit parts, fit off the shelf stocks, replace springs, sights, etc. You know BASIC stuff. (Stuff I can't believe these people can't figure out themselves) It isn't like I am offering world class service here.

Anyway just curious since I know some of the folks on here have run or do run shops.

Thanks

GoodOlBoy