To all the people complaining about the customer service and being rude, cry us a river! This is a firearm store and if you're trying to acquire a firearm in the state of California, be ready to jump through hoops. This place has some of the CHEAPEST prices in the Central Valley! Before buying a firearm do your homework. Learn everything you need to do before even entering a store like this. Know all the paperwork you will need to bring and testing you will need to take. You're not buying shoes! If you want someone to kiss your azz while purchasing a firearm, I'm sure there's plenty of other stores that will comply and fluff your buns, while charging you an additional 20%. If you want to window shop, they have a website showing you everything they have in stock. You can then watch reviews on YouTube about the firearms you have interest in. Walking in and having an employee show you a bunch of different firearms is wasting everyone's time. The shops and the buyers. The amount of paperwork and background checks to keep everything legal is a nightmare. Sometimes mistakes happen and you might have to wait extra time to receive your firearm. BIG DEAL! The new laws that have been placed over time has made purchasing a firearm extremely difficult. Make sure all your "T's are crossed and i's are dotted." I've been a long time customer 20+ years and yes had issues with time delays and inconveniences. Again this is a firearm store not a shoe store. I'd rather have a stern "buy the book" firearm dealer that will do all the paperwork properly and get me on my way, then someone that will hold my hand and tell me everything will be alright. read more

If I could give Alquist Arms more than 5 stars I would! Great service; you might want to get there early because they can get busy! Bobby and Richard have many years of knowledge between them, their business is pretty well known in the valley. They have a great selection to choose from and their prices are hard to beat. We've been doing business with them and only them for years. read more

Excellent customer service, they have good stuff!! Always they help you with ur needs

You won't regret going. The knowledge is there and the service is amazing. Get there early so you don't have to wait! Selection is what the market allows. Prices are not bad either. Always try to come here just to see read more

The service needs to improve. I called looking to spend a generous amount of money. They told me to look online and hung up on me. Clearly online doesn't tell me an out the door price with fees and tax. read more

I live in Atwater with a gun store here and I rather go to Turlock to buy a firearm this for me is one of the best places I've ever been too the guys their are awesome they always try there best to help you understand any questions you have the prices are also not bad at all I will continue to do business with them as long as I live the best part is I don't even have to be there to look at firearms they have a online store that not many gun shops have thank you Alquist. read more

Great folks great selection and great prices. I utilize them for most purchases, if you're in the area stop by they will make sure your taken care of. Wait times can get a bit busy due to all the people who enjoy and love this establishment, so be prepared for that. The wait never feels too bad cause they have plenty of good items to windowshop and add to the wants list for your next purchase! read more

Amazing place- My wife and I paid them a visit from Fresno . Richard was absolutely amazing and literally spent hours with us to find us the proper skeet/trap shotgun. We will be customers for life. read more

Good people willing to help you prices are reasonable as well. They always seem to have new stock in firearms and ammunition willing to answer all your questions and help you through the process. read more

Followed the requirements and got what I asked for. Couldn't be more satisfied. Space was accessible and safe. No pressure felt. read more

Go in for yourself or save yourself time and money and go to stage stop . Place has gone downhill.

Great place for your arms supplies. Bought my M18 there and the service was superb. Will definitely coming back for more business. read more

Alquist Arms - California Sig M18 - Guns & Ammo Near Me - Turlock, California

Best guns. Best people. Definitely the best pricing on both guns and ammunition. 16 years dealing with Alquist Arms. read more

Definitely recommend this place! Great customer service, they really go above and beyond for the customer needs.

One of the few retailers with their inventory online. When busy, they're still friendly and efficient.

Two months ago I went in for the first time and discussed trading in a Smith and Wesson 40 caliber shield, and was given a verbal offer of $300 of which I would turn around purchase a Sig P365. Unfortunately at the time they were out and instructed me to come back in a couple months and they would honor their Trade-in value. I went in today only to be told that they are heavily stocked in shield 9mm and 40 caliber and will not honor their previous commitment to trade in my firearm for the purchase of theirs. Instead they proceeded to offer me instructions on how to Sell my firearm on there marketplace which I have no interest since they reneged on their commitment. It is my personal opinion that you cannot trust any business or person who goes back on their word. Take that information for what it's worth. read more

I love this place, great prices and straight to the point. Sometimes they get a little busy, so be prepared. Pretty much the only place I would buy a gun. read more

I've been shopping at Alquist for years. The staff at this family owned business is genuine and honest. The pricing is by far the best in California and worth the drive from where I live. The store has an awesome website with a ton of variety. I'm on the website daily looking for new things that's are added to their inventory. I've recommended this business to all of my friends and family. I took a long pause from the hobby but I'm getting back into it. It's a great hobby to get into that helps individuals focus on discipline, obtaining education on the safe use of firearms, and developing a good sense of security. I recommend taking local firearm safety courses to learn best practices. We are fortunate enough to have some good courses/schools in the Central Valley. Everyone that works at Alquist Arms is very friendly. I've always felt welcomed shopping there. I look forward to continued years of being a loyal customer. read more

Great place! Awesome people. I had a bad experience one time in Modesto at sierra arms, my name had came back undetermined I had already paid for a fee and they wanted to charge me a restocking fee too, because they did not want to go on with the sale even though my name did not come back denied, you the DOJ sometimes they be doing extra, and that's ok but with Alquist Arms even though DOJ made me wait an extra 30 days every thing was successful. I will definitely be back they made feel like a human being. read more

Went in to get some information and they answered all my questions. Thank you. Great store and location

This is my favorite gun store that I have been to living in the Central Valley Area. I moved up to Sonora but I still make the trip out to see these guys. They have been awesome they are not like typical dicks in the gun stores they didnt act like they were too busy and I have only been there once when there was a long wait and line. I have purchased several firearms from them and my latest one they took the extra time to install sights I had purchased for the gun. I just put in a purchase for more ammo from them and I would like to get a shot gun eventually. Another thing I really like is they have one of the best online web stores where you can purchase things they will hold until you can get into the store. I like to shop online. They are constantly updating the website to reflect whats actually in the store in a real time manner and they have one of the best selections of weapons. Just all around this has been one of my best experiences with firearm shops. Thanks guys. read more

The guys here are great! They all are fun to chat with, have a lot of knowledge and make purchasing a firearm or ammo a good time. Their website is absolutely top notch! I've probably checked out at least 15 websites for local gun shops and they are trash compared to Alquist. I intend to give them all my business and recommend checking them out. read more

I was looking for a cheap 22lr plinking pistol. When Alquist Arms posted a nickel Phoenix Hp22, I immediately contacted them to make arrangements to reserve the gun. The employee was courteous and took my order without any problems. Looks to me that I purchase my guns away from the bay area to find better deals. Without question, Alquist Arms is one of them. A numbered ticket upon entering is helpful. It defeats people cutting in line and gives employees good attention to customers. What I particularly like about Alquist Arms' employees is that every one of them, whether he is my contemporary, younger or older, treated me exactly the same. Too often I see in a gun store where an older employee in his high horse rain down on his subordinate customers. All mighty and all knowing, this older employee's knowledge is absolute. Quite the opposite at Alquist Arms. In fact, I had a great experience talking to their employees as we walk through the process of buying the gun. Top notch customer service. And did I mention great prices? I am from the bay area, travelling to Turlock to purchase a firearm speaks volumes about their great prices. I'd like to think of it as a mini road trip to get some goodies. Add them in your FB page and see their deals as they come. read more

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Fast and easy process. Everyone was helpful. Bought online, showed up for paperwork, showed up another 10 days later. Done read more

Alquist Arms - G22 - Guns & Ammo Near Me - Turlock, California

Was treated great by Bob and John. John, (hes the young man with the long white hair in a pony tail and white beard) helped me with my first purchase completion. The fsc test and background check process was a great experience. Prices are very reasonable considering that i live in the bay area. I will definitely recommend this place to friends and family. God bless Alquist firearms, God Bless America!!!!!! read more

Best gun store on the planet wont go any where else if I can help it ! Hands down best customer service you can get ! Great web store ! Thanks Alquist Arms......I'll be back! read more

Alquist Arms - The shirt ! Had to have one while I was there! - Guns & Ammo Near Me - Turlock, California

I went in only once so I can't speak for the whole staff, but the individual that "help" us, basically said I was wasting his time and didn't want to let my sister take the FSC test unless she was gonna buy a gun. I'll never come back. I'll just stick with stage stop. Much more helpful and willing. No matter how busy they were -Edit- Turns out it is common for gun stores to not do the test without purchasing a firearm. He was still a jerk read more

Alquist in Turlock has horrible customer service treated my kids and I like a piece of poop on the bottom of their shoe I was in complete shock when we left. Needless to say we will not be going back or recommending them to anyone! I have family who regularly shop there and have bought guns from them but they won't be anymore. I NEVER leave reviews but I was so embarrassed when I left I felt the need to leave a review. I work in law enforcement and will let all of my friends know as well. read more

Very knowledgeable and honest staff. This place kept prices very reasonable during this pandemic, while everyone else is cashing in. I love being able to purchase right off their website. Great people, I'll definitely keep coming back. read more

First time using them had a great experience! The owner & his son are super nice gentleman. Very knowledgeable about the gun laws in Cali. Very informative. Easy to chat with made me feel welcome. Great firearms store. I did a custom order , the rifle came in fast! There is one little old bearded fella in there that can be feisty but nothing to worry about. The other employees make up for his lack of his customer service and his rudeness. All the other guys behind the counter are outstanding & ready to help you!! Their selection is great & if they don't have it they can try and order for you. Semper Fi read more

To everyone saying that these people are rude, they're made of glass . These guys are the most professional gun store employees I've ever encountered . Been here multiple times to purchase firearms and ammo and I've always been treated right .I would definitely recommend this establishment . Their ammo prices cannot be beat ! read more

Very nice shop with a good assortment of guns to choose from. The shop is very well maintained and the staff are very knowledgeable about all the products they offer. This shop can get very busy so make sure you grab a number and expect to wait a couple of minutes. They have some great prices and deals, so don't be afraid to take the drive to turlock. It's well worth it read more

Alquist Arms - Guns & Ammo Near Me - Turlock, California

Best shop & owner is super respectful. Highly recommend. Don't know why there's "one stars" if they're busy of course it takes time to get to the next customer. They don't rush you. Took my test, looked at many guns. The next customer waited patiently and was helped after me. Also, no they don't stare at you "up & down". They're busy helping customers. Can't beat the prices either. read more

I've bought like 5 guns here , went in the other day and was treated pretty rudely, think I'll spend my money somewhere else from now on.

First time at Alquist at the Freitas location. Originally at the S. Center location and was steered there by Richard so I could view their large selection of Kimber firearms. Not knowing what to expect, I was quickly helped by John. Showed me a few compact style Kimbers and choose a SS frame Custom Kimber. Very nice and priced well. Picked up an additional mag as well. I'll definitely shop here again. Great inventory of All Things Guns. Thanks Richard & John, you both made my first visit to Alquist a good one at both locations. Highly recommended. Picked up my gun today 7/8/14 and would like to make a suggestion to improve customer service. Please have a number system for customer servicing, kind of like Costco's Eyeglass Dept. Pull a number tag and when a spot opens up the clerk calls it. When I arrived today the store was busy and while standing there waiting some people just walked in and were immediately asked if they needed help. In the meantime, the people already there are just looking at each other wondering what the heck just happened. Please fix this and you'll keep "everyone" happy if that's important. read more

Alquist Arms is the best gun shop in the Central Valley. I drive over an hour to buy from Alquist because the gun shops in Fresno county try to price gouge or have terrible customer service. These guys are friendly and have some of the best prices you'll find on firearms and ammo. read more

I'll start out by saying it's not the biggest and they don't have popular guns in stock a lot of the time like the Glock19 for example. Only because they literally have the cheapest prices in the whole valley in my opinion! The staff is very knowledgeable. Definitely are bigger gun stores with wider selections and keep most item stocked up but like I said it's because alquist has the cheapest prices. For example the Glock 19 is about 50$ cheaper than anywhere else damn near read more

I purchased a rifle last month. On purchase date I was told that the scope would be mounted when I picked it up. On pickup date, the "owner" told me that they don't do that. Another employee said that they did. The "owner" was adamant that they didn't. If there was a zero star option, I would choose that. What a waste of my time and money. I'll be taking my business somewhere else and you should too. The employees are great, except for the owner's son. read more

This was our first time walking into their store. The staff was very friendly and helpful. We walked in not really knowing what we wanted nor with any intention to buy that day and we were treated and talked to like they'd known us years on top of that we learned a lot. When we do "pull the trigger" on purchasing a firearm, it'll be with these folks here. read more

If you're looking to buy a firearm of any size or caliber, this is the place to go. I personally have bought many rifles and a few guns there. Richard and Bobby, along with the other personnel, are nothing but professional and courteous. Their prices are amazing dirt cheap, and I look forward to doing business with them for many years. Thank you very much for your great customer service, Sincerelly; Timbo read more