If you're looking for a great place to get firearms in the South Bay, stop looking and come over to…read moreCAP tactical! I felt WELCOMED the moment I stepped into the store, due to the professionalism of the staff. Nothing is more important to me than great customer service. I couldn't get the guns I wanted due to the CA bans, but I am a man with backup plans! I already did research on a 2nd, and 3rd gun. One of my paperwork wasn't good, but I had a backup utility bill Thanks to Patrick for your help, professionalism, knowledge, and patience! A+ service

Bad experience from start to finish…read more We came in for a PPT and waited nearly an hour while the staff talked with someone who wasn't making a purchase. They weren't friendly or welcoming and seemed much more attentive to regulars or people they knew. They took the seller's ID right away, but only checked my information much later. They then denied the PPT because my California driver's license was missing a space in my last name, even though my passport card and FSC showed my correct legal name. They explicitly stated that the ATF does not allow this exact situation, but four other FFLs had no issue with the same documents and I could not find any ATF guidance supporting that claim. It felt like an excuse rather than a legitimate requirement. Had I been buying directly from them instead of bringing in a $10 PPT, I doubt this would have been handled the same way. I won't be returning.

Pete was an amazing instructor honestly I've taken a few courses before but I learned more from him…read morethan I've learned from anyone before. He's polite, helpful, and supportive and he really helped me learn very helpful safe handling and technique. Honestly the value of the class was very worth it for the knowledge I gained and the practice and training I received. I would definitely recommend this business if you are looking to learn real life applications of your training and not just read a book.

Course taken: Beginner Pistol Training Course…read more Summary: 2-day course. First day was in the office where topics were covered via PowerPoint presentation and Pete allowed us to do dry firing with airsoft guns. Second day was at the range for about 1.5hr where he taught us safe operation (i.e. grip, stance, aiming, accuracy, loading, unloading). Special remarks: Pete's dedication to gun safety and safe gun operation is apparent in the way he teaches. He is passionate about safety and an enthusiastic teacher which made the class fun. One of his most valuable strengths is that he was able to teach in a way that I could understand. (Side note: I am afraid of guns but took this class to combat that fear!) Pete was able to keep the class engaged, provided constructive feedback, and attention to detail. With his guidance and support, I was able to see a significant improvement in my grouping and decrease my fear of guns overall. Also, I made new friends in the class :) **I will be returning for other classes. Definitely recommend.

I had a very disappointing experience with Walser's Gun Shop. I ordered ammunition from out of…read morestate (Kentucky), where no sales tax was charged, and had it shipped to Walser's for pickup. Upon arrival, I was hit with a laundry list of unexpected and questionable fees: 1. 10% Sales Tax - Understandable since I'm in California. 2. 11% Excise Tax - This is absolutely not supposed to be charged directly to the customer. Excise tax is a federal tax paid by the manufacturer or importer and is already built into the price of ammunition. Charging me this separately is either a mistake or outright dishonest. 3. $15 Transfer Fee - Understandable. 4. $1 DOJ Ammunition Fee - This fee is legitimate. When I asked why I was being charged excise tax, I got an explanation that didn't make sense. It seems like Walser's is either unaware of how excise tax works or deliberately overcharging their customers. I will be filing a formal complaint with both the ATF and the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) to address this issue. Charging customers improperly like this is unacceptable. This experience felt like a blatant money grab, and I won't be coming back. If you value transparency and fair treatment, I'd recommend going elsewhere. Save yourself the frustration.

Great, local, family owned business with friendly, professional service. Will take their time to…read moreprovide options and information to help you make the right choice. We need more businesses like this and we should be doing all we can to help them thrive.

Portside Armory has quickly become one of those places I genuinely enjoy stopping by. The selection…read moreis excellent, but what really makes this shop stand out is the people working there. The entire staff is incredibly knowledgeable, respectful, and clearly passionate about what they do. Whether I'm looking at firearms, accessories, or just checking out some of the fun toys they have in stock, there's always someone willing to answer questions and actually take the time to explain things. Their knowledge has helped immensely with several of my purchasing decisions, and I've never felt pressured into buying something. What impresses me even more is how well they know the industry. I've asked about firearms that haven't even been released yet, and somehow they already know what I'm talking about. It makes stopping by just to see what's new, what's coming out, and chat with the staff something I always look forward to. I do want to give a special thank you to Colin for all of his help and support. He has always gone out of his way to make sure I'm taken care of and has been a fantastic source of knowledge whenever I've had questions. That same level of care really extends to the entire team. There's a genuine passion behind this place that's hard to miss. Great selection, high-quality products, and, most importantly, a group of people who know their stuff and treat you with respect. I immensely appreciate everyone at Portside Armory and always look forward to my next visit.

Phenomenal customer service. Not only are they fast and professional but they are very welcoming…read moretoo. Took my handgun to get serviced and it was done in the same day. Fair pricing too. 10/10 experience. Highly recommend

Only Gunsmith in Carson where I trust to take my pistols and rifle…read more Very knowledgeable and always willing to help. Follow Red Rifle on Instagram @RedRifleltd.

Excellent gunsmithing service and fast turnaround. I'll…read moredefinitely be coming back for all my firearms needs.

This is the best Turners location HANDS DOWN! The staff is friendly and helpful. I've never had an…read moreissue with anything at this location! If possible ask for Kelani or Cristian for assistance, they're awesome! Because of my experience with staff here, I will ONLY go to this location going forward, and if you're reading this, you should do the same! And all the talk about long wait times is true, however, they now have appointments online you can make ahead of time! And you can join the waitlist if you're close! No more excuses or bad reviews!

Great customer service- definitely recommend this location - can't wait until I make room for more…read morefishing gear

Doing business with you was very easy. You made this an amazing experience! Thank you for listening…read moreand helping me! SoCal is an Honorable & Trustworthy business! Fast shipping! Excellent Communication and very knowledgeable!!! I can't say enough great things about these guys! They're Awesome! Thanks again, Jeff

New to firearms, these guys were the best. Easy transactions, knowledgeable and fast…read more Would highly recommend.