List of Shops Around Pittsburgh

[jms]

I just used Pfogner's and I was very happy with him. I called several stores in the area looking for a specific gun and he had the best price by far. Though it is a bit of a drive. plus a website is a huge deal to me. It lets me browse without having to leave the house.

Thomas Pfrogner
317 North California Drive
Coal Center, PA 15423
724-483-3363
http://www.pfrognersfirearms.com

[fullauto223]

Anthony Arms - (-6).....yes that's a NEGATIVE 6. Went there once, will never go back, overpriced merchandise, arrogant, rude salespeople, and not very knowledgable.

you hit the nail on the head with this comment, I had the same experience.

It's a shame too, I've dealt with Mr. Anthony a couple of times years ago and he is a generous man.

[BIG MIKE 2003]

YOU ALL NEED TO GO TO JOHN BROWN'S IN ROCHESTER.

IF YOU NEED A GUN HE HAS IT SOMEWHERE IN THE SHOP THIS PLACE GET'S A BIG 10 IN MY BOOK GUY'S ARE ALL HELPFUL AND THE PEOPLE IN THE SHOP WILL GIVE ADVICE ABOUT THE TOY YOUR LOOKING AT...........

[Mabuz]

I'll give Ultimate-Outdoors in Plum a "5 Thumbs Up" archery rating. I was unaware they were a FFL, as I didn't notice any guns in the store the few times I've been there, they are very knowledgable about archery equipment and are more than willing to answer any questions and help you get set up correctly.

[MOUNTAINORACLE]

I have bought firearms in these three shop on your list. rating on a 1-10 scale ten being the best rating.
Big Buck Sport Shop I would rate this shop as a minus (-)9
Braverman Arms Co rating of about an 8
Markl Supply Company, Inc. rating of a 10.

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[sinful]

YOU ALL NEED TO GO TO JOHN BROWN'S IN ROCHESTER.

IF YOU NEED A GUN HE HAS IT SOMEWHERE IN THE SHOP THIS PLACE GET'S A BIG 10 IN MY BOOK GUY'S ARE ALL HELPFUL AND THE PEOPLE IN THE SHOP WILL GIVE ADVICE ABOUT THE TOY YOUR LOOKING AT...........

I whole heartedly disagree with everything positive said about Brown's. I've been there a few times and each time I left with a bad experience.
I do not want to rehash the issues with him and his shop, but a common statement I've made every time my friend in Beaver Falls mentions going there for ammo or a firearm is "Fuck Brown's, I'll never set foot in that shop again."

I recommend avoiding them at all cost. I'd spend the extra gas money to go elsewhere. But that's just me, shop there at your own risk.

[1832]

A very big +10 for Markl Supply. Over the last 40 odd years, I've done a lot of business up there and everybody there is a total professional. Fair prices, great service, and fantastic customer service if you have a problem with the purchase. The place is worth the trip, no matter where you come from.

[mpi]

I've always had good luck with markl's, good folks. Brown's has been real good to me as well. Braverman's has always been pretty good too.

[highrider]

Duke's Sport Shop
2801 New Butler Road (Rte. 422 East)
New Castle, PA 16101

Nice selection.

[ScottP]

Hi everyone. I'm new to this forum, and I was wondering if you could help me out. First let me explain that I am in the market to buy a rifle. I don't know much at all about guns. I was in the Army for one enlistment, and I know the M-16 inside and out. I'm looking to purchase a rifle similar to the M-16, whatever the civilian equivalent is.

Can someone tell me what kind of rifle I should be looking for?

Also - this is a great thread. Can someone recommend a dealer in the Pittsburgh area who can sell me a rifle like the one I mentioned above?

I hear some references to online purchases and then picking them up at a local gun shop. Can someone explain to me how this works? Also - can someone highly recommend such a place for me to shop? I'm a big fan of online shopping. I never thought it would be an option for a gun purchase.

One final question - how do I go about getting licensed? Can that be handled at the gun shop where I purchase my rifle? Is there anything I can do in advance of the purchase?

Again, I apologize for the very amateurish questions, but civilian gun ownership is new territory for me.

Thanks very much for your help!