What do you look for in a Gun Shop?

[Aiko492]

1. inventory (forget "i can order it for you"-that's what the net is for)
2. Good, respectable service
3. Competitive pricing (notice behind service, pricing for me needs to me competitive but i DO pay more @ LGS's that have good service and selection).
4. Extras-Accessories, ranges, classes...
5. Variety of inventory

 

[dbb1776]

On ammo I don't mind paying more at lgs. But it's hard to compete with Wally world. Don't mind paying a little more for guns. Especially if they are in stock.
I will pay for service.

 

[blaisenguns]

Well what I look for things that almost no store in SFLA has. One being reloading components. I hate paying hazmat fees when ordered online. To be honest those fees usually about double my order, so you can mark up your powder and primers and I will pay.

 

[tarosean]

Have "learner's kits" that include everything a beginner needs to get started. Package rates on Cleaning supplies, first 100 rounds of ammo, scope, and case would be nice. Remember, growing the shooting population should be the goal of every LGS.

That is something I havent seen in many many years.. Its a very good idea thou.

 

[kyhunter]

Havent read all the replies so here goes.
Depending on size of store....
-Optics lower end as well as a few higher end not tailored to a specific group. Red dots, Fixed power, multi-power
-Accesories ( mags,lights,grips,nightsights,etc)
-used guns, police trade ins, etc
-bolt,lever,semi,SA,DA, you name it. Everyone has their flavor.
-ammo in pallets, as well as boxes
-clear prices
-reloading components
-hunting supplies (not a lot) but calls tailored to the season, camo etc
-a gunsmithing service if available
-lubes, solvents,patches,rags
-test firing on used firearms
-long guns in public view and handling ability. sidearms under lock and key
-targets,tannerite for those who like it(waste f money but hugely marketable)
-ears and eyes available
-basic safety practices taught to everyone before handing them a weapon.
-honesty,reliabilty,repeatability,extra knowledgeable staff during peak hours (id pay extra insted of waiting)

 

[Plan2Live]

A store that understands there are other letters in the alphabet besides G.

 

[Bubbles]

At this moment in time, INVENTORY would be all I require

Good luck with that, right now distributors are culling their smaller accounts and not taking on new ones.