I get that you want a 'smith close (although Florida is a huge state; I used to live there) so you don't have to ship the gun but with few exceptions, the best specialists are spread across the U.S.
I'm sure someone will be along to tell you who the Baker guy is, or the best for evaluating Damascus. I hate shipping my guns too, but that's just the way it is with this hobby. That's why there are periodic threads here about which common carrier is best to ship guns. There are barrel guys, action guys, wood guys. Seldom are they in the same place, although a 'smith may act like a general contractor and sub out the work he is not a specialist in. Good luck in your quest.
Bruce
