I was introduced to Skagit Arms by my partner's brother who is a law enforcement officer with the…read moreState of Washington. High praise for the store. I'm a bit shocked by the negative reviews, which -- frankly -- seem to come more from uninitiated people or lunatics who are afraid of inanimate objects. The selection of firearms is exceptional. Service is superlative. What I find very satisfying is that, unlike the sporting goods giants such as Sportsman's Warehouse where the people behind the counter are mere sales clerks, the people who work here are not only experienced, but they know their products very well. I began shooting 57 years ago in U.S. Air Force Basic Training, in one of the last groups that did marksmanship training during the Vietnam War; not only did I qualify for rifle, but my job at a SAC Command Post required that I qualify for pistol as well, shooting the Colt combat masterpiece, the 1911 Series 70. I've been teaching for about 46 years and have had certification as a pistol and rifle instructor. I've been trained in a number of military schools and been to three marksmanship academies that are the most highly rated in the U.S. Granted, I don't know everything about firearms -- but I know almost immediately when someone knows what they're talking about. What's more, I'm a facilitator and instructor who is an end-user of industrial psychology... and can smell BRAVO SIERRA readily... as noted on quite a few of the reviews posted for Skagit Arms. Not one of those I talked with tried to snow me about firearms, were rude, or were anything but polite and pleasant to talk with. I saw one "customer" asking about pistols "sweep" the store and its customers with a pistol -- a definite safety violation and no-no -- until the salesman stopped them almost immediately. Thankfully, the salesman didn't offer any other firearms to the individual who left in a huff. (I've been a Range Safety Officer for almost 9 years, and if this kid knew anything at all about firearm safety, I'll eat my hat. Yours, too.) And, if I may add, I think there were a number of individuals whom I believe may have been in the store to cause trouble -- including a number whose IDs failed to pass muster at the door. I'm NOT a Washington resident, but I have a Conceal Carry certificate from the State of Washington (which I've had since the 1970s): I usually show the certificate before handling a weapon. I closely watched every salesman in the store handle weapons, and they were all very well-trained, safety-conscious, and professional when it involved handling firearms. The store has an excellent selection and I will do some research on prices, quality, and track-record of the few firearms I'm interested in purchasing, as well as obtaining the FFL information from my local (Arizona) proprietor for transfer. Last of all, I appreciate the discount offered to this veteran. Well done, Skagit Arms.

Customer service is pretty much nonexistent. Really rude…read moreworkers. It's like they really don't want to make a sale. They sound really arrogant. And they seem to hate it when we ask if we can see a firearm in the case. They just huddle up together talking story and laughing and never acknowledge and greet us. If it weren't for their assortment of ammo I wouldn't be shopping here. But after today I'll take my business elsewhere. Not worth your time and money I can guarantee it!

So far, so good. Quick response time from their staff for online price queries AND very quick…read moreresponse from Paula in making arrangements with an FFL. I had a pal who introduced me to this place after he a smooth order and delivery of a Savage rifle. Everything is in process, so assume the 5-star service stands... if something goes awry, I'll be sure to update. Hopefully those old 1 star reviews are a thing of the distant past. I've had the opposite experience thus far.

The store online have breached my privacy and security…read more Owner has canceled my order for Ammo and decided was a good idea to send a single cancellation and list everyone's e-mail address in the "To" section. Now me and everyone else who has their orders canceled have their e-mail address disclosed to the public without our consent. Also on the their stores website you can view the full credit card information including credit card number, CVC number, and expiration date when you edit your account information. So if my account is compromised the assailant has full access to my registered credit card as well. So since you have disclosed my e-mail address to other customers and the public who has canceled orders as well, my account user name is now vulnerable to attack compromising my account and my credit card info. Anacortes Gun Shop privacy policy: "Your Personal Information is secure. Anacortes Gun Shop retains your personal information in a safe and secure manner. Anacortes Gun Shop will not disclose your Personal Information unless acting under a good faith belief that such action is necessary to conform to legal requirements or to comply with a legal process, and/or protect and defend the rights or property of Anacortes Gun Shop."

Staff is very friendly, beginner or expert they are very knowledgeable on everything in their…read morestore, Jessie I think that's how you spell his name has helped and talked to me about numerous things and has always gone above and beyond. These are a great group of guys that know what they are doing. Plus they play movies in the gun rooms so who can complain about listening to Scarface while buying guns?

The best staff, very knowledgeable. Great to work with! If you're thinking about getting a…read moresuppressor go here.

The gentlemen who works there (owns it probably) is one heck of a nice man. Great customer service…read morefrom him. The lady that works there is VERY, VERY rude and has the worst customer service you could imagine. She is as disrespectful as someone can be. (And I spent $2200 on some goodies). She cuts you down and talks down to you. On that note, I would not recommend going in there because she's always been there when I've been in there. I will not be going in there again because of her. She ABSOLUTELY ruins the experience of being there.

As a new shooter, I really appreciate that they take time to explain things to me and answer any…read morequestions I have. They are also meticulous about making sure that paperwork is handled properly, ensuring that my transfer went through without a hitch. This is my store of choice.

Great service and awesome staff. I've made many purchases and transfers at Tenex and will continue…read moreto. Full service gun shop. No reason to go anywhere else.

I have been to many firearms shops over the years and many in the PNW. TENEX is by far the best…read moreshop in the region. Alittle hard to find but definitely a step above most other local locations. Both the says staff and the Gunsmiths are to the point when it comes to inventory and price. I went in with an idea of what I was looking for and they were able to give me many options that fit my requirements and budget. Price wise I saw nothing that seemed unreasonable (especially considering how many other shops in the area were taking advantage of the political situation). The sales staff was able to get me set up with the paperwork relatively easly (first time buying in WA) and their gunsmiths were able to answer questions regarding other projects very quickly. If your in the PNW and looking for a shop, definitely check this shop out.

Kris and Cliff have always been extremely helpful with everything. We got into hunting about 2…read moreyears ago and being new to the hunting and firearms world they were patient and got us what we needed. They are about a 45 min drive from us but man it's worth it every time. We can't recommend them enough! Geoff and Kendra

Purchased a KSG from these guys and absolutely loved the service. Kris really knows his stuff and…read morehe gave me a private tour of his amazing home and gun shop. A truly great and humble human being and just all around nice guy. Will be back for next purchase.

Great small business. The owner orders in anything I've wanted in a very timely manner and there is…read morevery little hassle involved. He also offers transfers and ffl deliveries from online purchases! Over all a great business!

I shop here because I'd rather support this store than big box like Dicks, etc…read more They have a decent inventory that covers most of the bases to serve outdoor enthusiasts. I shop here when I know what I need/want, not when I'm looking for help, information, patience, etc. The service can be iffy, also reflected in other people's reviews. The location is off a thoroughfare so very convenient and parking is ample.

This is a great place to buy bait and lures but I would recommend taking large purchases somewhere…read moreelse. I have been doing business here for 20 + years and spend an average of 5 to 7 thousand dollars there per year. Because of there poor return policy on defective equipment I will now take my business elsewhere. And I encourage my friend, family, and the rest of the public to do the same.. Hopefully not taking back the 200 dollar defective Penn Real was worth losing a long time customer and this poor review... Buyer Be Ware!!!

Great spot to get almost anything sports related. Great…read moreselection of sports related clothing, sports memorabilia, golf attire, water bottles, and so much more! Decent prices on their items, and good customer service. Dick's is a regular stop for us for new clothing for football season, golf balls, or rain jacket.

I purchased the Calloway AI Smoke Irons for my boyfriend for Christmas. They were a big purchase,…read morebut I was given lots of helpful information to help me feel comfortable they were the right choice for what my boyfriend wanted and needed to elevate his golf game. They were ordered in store @ Smokey Point, and delivered to me in Arlington by Saturday morning. The irons were well packaged, no damage. Both Smokey Point and Bellingham locations are awesome. I look forward to referring business to the stores from my golf circle and also utilizing their golf repair service in the future! 10/10 Jadyn and Amanda were the employees that helped me, thank you guys for your help!

Came in specifically to see if we could find the husband a pair of fishing shoes. Can be very…read moredifficult when you were a pair of size 13's. Found them along the back wall. They carried about 8 different styles/brands. So hubby ended up trying on all the 12's hoping there would be a brand that sized large. No luck. We noticed a box way above our heads that indicated size 13. Went over to the gun counter and asked the employee if he would get them down for us. He said he would be there in a minute. He had a headset phone on, I didn't realized that he was on the phone. He finished his conversation and went back to stocking some shelves. I went over, he looked up, said he was sorry and grabbed a ladder to get them for us. Happy to report that they fit.

First and foremost, Bry the manager here provided excellent customer service! I spent $400 on…read moreequipments. Although it was curbside at this time, he was professional, friendly, and helpful. Because of this experience, I have the confidence to buy anything here at this location. Thanks Bry!