Gun Shop reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 153 Reddit reviews across 29 subreddits and 41 posts to rank the best Gun Shop brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/CAguns, r/COGuns, r/Miguns, r/frederickmd, r/ILGuns. Top-rated brands include Gunrunners (4.6/5), Alaska Tactical (5.0/5), Freedom Firearms (4.8/5).
Stats
Reviews153
Subreddits29
Posts41
Brands100
Products5
153 reviews from
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By Brand
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#1
Gunrunners
4.6
(5)
"Go see Bob at Gunrunners!"
"Don’t buy from a shop. Buy online and get it shipped to gunrunners. Super awesome nice guy but his hours are a bit weird. If you’re into used stuff he’s got a lot on consignment"
"Bob at gunrunners on patrick"
"I've always had a good experience with Gunrunners downtown. Great rep and are listed on most sites as an FFL."
"The guys that run gun runners down town are nice but their selection/prices aren't that great."
#2
Alaska Tactical
5.0
(4)
"Alaska tactical is my choice. They are knowledgeable! Tom is my go to guy for everything and Steve is an amazing teacher."
"Alaska Tactical, Cabela’s, Bass Pro"
"Second for Alaska Tactical."
"My first choices: Alaska Tactical - focus is more on training."
#3
Freedom Firearms
4.8
(4)
"Best-rated gun store on Yelp and Google."
"I like Freedom Firearms. They don't sell any garbage or gimmicky bullshit."
"I'm partial to Freedom Firearms."
"Freedom firearms, sportsman warehouse."
#4
Not Just Guns
5.0
(3)
"NJG has a very wide selection."
"Not just guns in Mason has a ton of everything in stock!!!! Coolest gun store I have ever been too."
"I'll add Not Just Guns in Mason, Uncoiled Firearms in Livonia, and Ann Arbor Arms in... Ann Arbor."
#5
Cranston Gun & Coin
4.7
(3)
"I went to Cransont Gun and Coin today and had a fantastic experience! They even let me have a free glock hat after I expressed interest in buying it when I go pick up my purchase Saturday! What great people and an impressive inventory."
"Bert and Sean are great people over at cranston gun and coin. Knowledgeable, very helpful and friendly."
"I like Cranston Gun & Coin personally."
#6
Rainier Arms
4.3
(3)
"Rainier all the way"
"Rainier Arms is my favorite gun store/range in town and where I usually cosign guns to sell. But Range 54 is also good and seems to have a bigger selection of handguns."
"Rainer has a good selection and is a Sig dealer if you’re into Gucci guns, Jer Arms is a PSA dealer if you want to go in a cheaper direction."
#7
Range USA
4.3
(3)
"Range USA has a great selection. With the premium membership (60-70 a month), you can get free rentals, transfer fee waived and 5% off all firearms."
"You can easily see what’s in stock in-store at Range USA and Bass Pro in Bolingbrook"
"Range USA has a wide selection and solid pricing."
#8
Tractor Supply
4.0
(3)
"Just got mine from Tractor Supply a few months ago and no complaints at all"
"Tractor supply black Friday deals are almost half priced safes."
"For all my safes, I’ve always waited for a good sale and bought at Tractor supply or Cabelas"
#9
Bass Pro
4.0
(3)
"Bass Pro is a much bigger store."
"Don’t count bass pro out, lucked out one day when the shelves were restocked."
"They have pretty good prices for long guns."
#10
Rearden
4.0
(3)
"Check out Rearden, good stuff."
"Rearden is the one everyone (including myself) loves and recommends."
"Reardan is the preferred mounting solution of this reddit."
#11
Triple A
5.0
(2)
"Best selection is triple A in Vallejo."
"Great staff and selection."
#12
Good Guys Guns and Ammo
5.0
(2)
"Good guys guns and ammo in Huntington- they just opened up in the last month ago but the guy who runs it is super nice"
"Good Guys Guns and Ammo, Nanuet NY"
#13
Salida Gun Shop
5.0
(2)
"Salida gun shop was 1 of top 10 best gun shops I’ve ever been in, very impressed."
"Salida gun shop. My favorite in southern colorado. Staff is always welcoming. Lots to look at. They also have an indoor range."
#14
Elk River
5.0
(2)
"Bought my first gun from Elk River!"
"Elk River Guns in Steamboat. Owned and operated by real shooters who literally own and shoot everything they have in the store. I’ve bought most of my collection there. They know their shit."
#15
Williams Gun Sight
5.0
(2)
"Another vote for Williams gun sight. That’s where I got my 1911."
"I made the drive to Williams gun sight co. The place is huge and a great to work with."
#16
Ventura Munitions
5.0
(2)
"Ventura Munitions, have to second that one."
"Ventura munitions. Hands down best service and selection."
#17
GA Firing Line
5.0
(2)
"Guy behind the counter saw my eyes and my look of hesitation."
"Great selection, and friendly and knowledgeable people."
#18
Desert Eagle
5.0
(2)
"Boris can get you 'anything' you need."
"Boris and Maria are the best."
#19
Nashville Gun & Knife
4.5
(2)
"I bought my Glock at Nashville Gun & Knife. The owner was great at explaining options and information."
"If you are new to gun ownership I found the staff at Nashville Gun & Knife to be fantastic."
#20
Marengo Guns
4.5
(2)
"If you’re looking specifically for good deals, Marengo guns in Marengo IL."
"I like marengo guns. Great prices."
#21
Royal Range
4.5
(2)
"Royal Range is pretty great in my experience."
"Definitely Royal Range, Franklin Gun Shop has knowledgeable employees but can be pricey."
#22
Oregon Rifleworks
4.5
(2)
"Is awesome! Pretty much all the employees are extremely nice."
"I’ve had good luck at Oregon Rifleworks and G4 archery (they sell guns too)."
#23
Bullseye Bishop
4.5
(2)
"Bullseye bishop has been my go to since I got into guns"
"Bullseye Bishop. Good selection and helpful employees."
#24
Eastern Security
4.5
(2)
"Eastern Security in West Springfield carries a bunch of legit safe brands. Way better than the crap you will get at Tractor Supply and the likes."
"Eastern Security... Not the cheapest, but great customer service and delivery services."
#25
Springs Armory
4.5
(2)
"Springs Armory in the Springs. Fantastic staff and they will never try to sell you anything. They've been more than happy to answer questions when I was just simply researching my options and wasn't ready to buy anything."
"To buy my favorites are the springs armory and sds guns."
#26
Sportsman's
4.5
(2)
"Never had a bad experience there and the staff are always friendly."
"Good guys and good prices, if they don't have it they can get whatever you want in a couple days."
#27
Sportsman’s Warehouse
4.0
(2)
"Sportsman’s warehouse."
"Sportsman’s warehouse has always been good to me."
#28
Peninsula Guns and Tactical
4.0
(2)
"For buying from the store, I like peninsula guns and tactical in San Bruno."
"Peninsula Guns and Tactical out by SFO is great."
#29
Eagle Gun Range
4.0
(2)
"As others mentioned, you can try out different guns."
"Their gun rentals are like 5 bucks and theyre super helpful."
#30
GrabAGun
4.0
(2)
"Buy from grabagun and pick it up at their warehouse in Coppell."
"I’ve used grabagun.com multiple times and have been happy with the transactions."
#31
Pinto's
4.0
(2)
"Pinto’s in Renton, Ben’s Loan in Renton, DJ’s in Bothell."
"Pintos usually has some."
#32
Johnson's
4.0
(2)
"Johnson's for sure if staying in SE MI."
"Johnson's in Adrian always has a great selection."
#33
Bi-Mart
4.0
(2)
"I bought my only firearms at bi mart and recommend it to anyone."
"I'd recommend Bi-Mart as being the least offensive chain store."
#34
New Frontier Armory
4.0
(2)
"Another vote for New Frontier and Spartan is nice too."
"In store to view and handle stock New Frontier Armory."
#35
Harbor Freight
4.0
(2)
"Harbor freight has all different kinds for good prices"
"Harbor Freight has a safe that was like $100"
#36
D&L
4.0
(2)
"D&L in Warwick has a massive hand gun inventory, and they’re super friendly for the most part."
"D and L has the best selection, but you will pay top dollar."
#37
Hafer's
4.0
(2)
"I've been a customer of Hafer's for a long time, their Hagerstown store is top notch."
"Haefers in Hagerstown in the only localish shop with a good bit of inventory."
#38
Heritage
4.0
(2)
"Heritage is great."
"I have always had good experiences at Heritage."
#39
NW Armory
3.5
(2)
"I've purchased from all 3 over the years and had good experiences."
"I disagree with the NW Armory Tigard recommendation, on purely ideological grounds."
#40
Powder Keg Guns & Ammo
5.0
(1)
"Here is Powder Keg Guns & Ammo"
#41
High Desert Heat
5.0
(1)
"High Desert Heat in Fort Mohave"
#42
Manzano
5.0
(1)
"I'd highly recommend it, also their shop is well stocked with quality/Gucci products but support and customer service is top notch there"
#43
Texas Gun Trader
5.0
(1)
"TexasGunTrader will get you the most cash."
#44
Bastiani
5.0
(1)
"Best prices, like BEST prices? Bastiani up in Redding."
#45
RangeUSA
5.0
(1)
"Ask for Kate. She's excellent at walking new owners through the options that fit YOUR needs rather than trying to upsell."
#46
Triumph Sporting Arms
5.0
(1)
"Everyone behind the counter knowlegable and willing to talk to you about whatever your needs are."
#47
Bauer Precision
5.0
(1)
"If you are in Denton, Bauer Precision is the place I would send you to."
#48
GA Gun Store
5.0
(1)
"Friendly staff and good prices."
#49
KF Armory
5.0
(1)
"Great advice too."
#50
Hot Gates Armory
5.0
(1)
"I’ve been using Hot Gates Armory for years. Scott’s a great guy."
#51
Redmond Precision Armament
5.0
(1)
"I've since talked with Alex at RPA and he's a solid dude."
#52
Lynwood Gun and Ammo
5.0
(1)
"Lynwood gun and ammo is great, tons in stock too"
#53
Bighorn Firearms
4.0
(1)
"Bighorn Firearms is worth checking out for sure. Great staff and a solid selection of curio & relic guns including some serious antiques."
#54
Bowers
4.0
(1)
"I’d also suggest Bowers but only if you’re up for a long chat with the owner about politics and gun laws and like his old timer stories."
#55
Westminster Arms
4.0
(1)
"You way want to check out Weatminster Arms off Wadsworth in Arvada."
#56
Specialty Sports
4.0
(1)
"Specialty sports in Colorado Springs has a huge inventory."
#57
Mantiques
4.0
(1)
"Mantiques in Florence always a wide variety of firearms."
#58
Ark Tactical
4.0
(1)
"Ark Tactical. Good, unique selection, lots of accessories, and if you own a Glock they have tons of parts to keep you shooting. Plus friendly."
#59
Damage Factory
4.0
(1)
"Damage factory, Triple J armory, Warriors revolution, Spartan Defense, Salida Gun-shop. Just some of the ones I like."
#60
M&K
4.0
(1)
"M&K in Winfield is good"
#61
Machine Gun Nest
4.0
(1)
"Honestly, if you're buying online and doing an FFL the Machine Gun Nest is great to work with."
#62
Northwest Armory
4.0
(1)
"I’ve had good experiences at Northwest Armory and Keith’s ( in Gresham)."
#63
EDC Alaska
4.0
(1)
"EDC Alaska has some neat firearms. Nice dude too."
#64
Buffalo Range and Guns
4.0
(1)
"Buffalo Range and guns in Ottowa, IL has the best in-store prices you can find"
#65
Midwest Guns
4.0
(1)
"Midwest Guns had prices closest to what online+shipping+transfer would be on most handguns when I was browsing in store"
#66
Ann Arbor Arms
4.0
(1)
"I like Ann Arbor Arms for more modern stuff"
#67
Huron Valley Guns
4.0
(1)
"Huge store, really big selection."
#68
M&P
4.0
(1)
"I bought my M&P compact there."
#69
Williams
4.0
(1)
"Williams in Davison, and accurate firearms on the clarkston/ Waterford border off of Dixie hwy have a good selection."
#70
Black Dog Armory
4.0
(1)
"Overall good experience. Everyone was really helpful and informative, small shop but decent stock and prices."
#71
E2 Gun Vault
4.0
(1)
"E2 Gun Vault was great at my ppt."
#72
Northwest Sporting Goods
4.0
(1)
"Isn't bad, they've got a lot of used older stuff"
#73
Icebox Armory
4.0
(1)
"Hal knows what he's talking about and has some new handguns and rifles."
#74
Sportsman's Outpost
4.0
(1)
"Has really improved their stock lately."
#75
Tactical Store
4.0
(1)
"Try:
- https://www.instagram.com/tacticalstore.lb/
- https://josonsonline.com"
#76
HDS Armory
4.0
(1)
"HDS armory in Bristol has a lot of interesting stuff."
#77
Gun Mag Warehouse
4.0
(1)
"Gunmagwarehouse is a favorite of mine."
#78
RifleGear
4.0
(1)
"I have had nothing but good experiences at Riflegear in the colony."
#79
Daring Arms
4.0
(1)
"Dareing Arms in Valley View, and Triumph Sporting Arms in Flower Mound."
#80
Sac Black Rifle
4.0
(1)
"Sac black rifle and river city gun exchange have the best inventory by far."
#81
The Gun Range
4.0
(1)
"Good prices, good staff."
#82
Norcross Gun Club
4.0
(1)
"My preferred spot for tolerable prices, decent and knowledgeable staff."
#83
Dixie Gun Works
4.0
(1)
"Both are ran solidly and one of them can forsure get the job done for ya."
#84
Family Firearms
4.0
(1)
"Usually have good prices and are easy to work with."
#85
Silencer Shop
4.0
(1)
"I bypassed the local shops and bought from Silencer Shop."
#86
WCA
4.0
(1)
"WCA north through sliencershop has proccesed 3 NFA items for me and Ive had good experiences every time"
#87
Sportco
4.0
(1)
"I typically go through Sportco out of Fife"
#88
Pantel Tactical
4.0
(1)
"Just got a nice used rugar from Pantel Tactical in Renton. Would recommend."
#89
Southland Firearms
3.0
(1)
"Southland Firearms in Coal City is $35. But everywhere else by me is like 75-80 bucks!!"
#90
Buds, palmetto
3.0
(1)
"Buds, palmetto, grab a gun."
#91
Fox Valley
3.0
(1)
"Fox Valley, GAT, SOME Maxon firearms, Second Amendment (McHenry) have some guns which are at a decent price."
#92
Ammoseek
3.0
(1)
"Ammoseek for guns, but no optics option."
#93
Semper Fi
3.0
(1)
"Semper Fi in Addison or Cabela's in Dundee are also honorable mentions."
#94
Reed's
3.0
(1)
"Solid selection; indoor range so you can rent certain guns to try out"
#95
The Gun Store
3.0
(1)
"Has nearly everything you want."
#96
Gunworks of CNY
3.0
(1)
"Ra-lins, Gunworks of CNY, Franks shooting Supply."
#97
Butternut Sport Shop
3.0
(1)
"Butternut sport shop in Minoa mostly carries a lot of older hunting stuff."
#98
Josons
3.0
(1)
"Check Josons maybe."
#99
Backwoods Gun Shop
3.0
(1)
"Backwoods Gun Shop is on Mckay rd. in Edgecomb."
#100
Liberty Tree Arms
3.0
(1)
"Liberty tree arms in Waldoboro is a decent shop."
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