I've been going to Trader Jerrys for many years, and have always had a great experience. Ive sold and traded some guns there, and Aaron has always been fair with me with that process. They know guns, and can get you whatever you want. They will also install sights on a gun if you need, as well as help with any other processes(mag release switch on a Glock, installing decocker on a Beretta,) and they get it done quickly. I recommend them to anyone, and will support them as long as they stay in business. read more

Always been honest and fair. When trading they make sure you talk to the correct person and stand by their offer ever later on. Good place to do business. read more

My personal favorite place in the Roanoke area to make a purchase. The guys that work here are knowledgeable without being opinionated like most gun shops. read more

Bought couple of supposedly new guns, they had some markings on them of being used. Watch for this and call ATF if you suspect anything. Alse trades in some ammo, got two boxes of Remington 22 shorts taped together, later I opened them and both had some old 22 shorts just dumped into the boxes, not 50 like it was supposed to be. I dont buy from them anymore.If they will cheat on a small thing --LOOK OUT. read more

I just bought my second Ruger from the Salem location. I didn't even bother shopping around because my first experience was so good (LCP II), that I was going to buy my 10/22 from them, with a scope and larger capacity magazine, regardless. Very nice store and staff. Highly recommend. read more

Trader Jerry's II - My new Ruger on the bottom with a vintage Walther and a Savage Stevens - Guns & Ammo Near Me - Salem, Virginia

Just thought I'd chime in. The inventory for the gun shows is separate from the store inventory. (Jerry told me.) The prices and selection overall are good. Can you get something cheaper on line? Maybe but when you add in shipping and transfer fee, not as clear. In addition, with on line sales, if theres an issue with the gun, who you gonna call, ghostbusters? The staff is helpful but not intrusive. They don't want to discourage people from looking around. I have yet to find a perfect store, guns or otherwise. Trader Jerry's is clean, well lit, and sells a wide variety at fair prices. You can pick up and hold a firearm you might be interested. I go there often and have purchased from them. read more

I was looking for a pacific Glock and had ask him if he had one and he showed me a picture of something similar but not the gun. I was warning and told me he would look the next morning and let me know and then he message me later on the next day and let me know that he did not have the gun. I want it and never even offered to try to get it for me, so I'm not too enthused with him at all. It's not very good customer service. read more

They have everything I want at a good price. The guys are helpful with good gun related info. I have been a happy customer for over 20 years !!! read more

There Firearm selection is very good but the Staff is condescending and arrogant. I've purchased 13 Firearms from Aaron, I ask for Aaron and if he's not there I JUST LEAVE!! If you know of a different Gun Shop then go there. I actually make the Trek to SafesideTactical if Aaron is not there. I'm very loyal to merchants that are helpful but Trader Jerrys's Employees are by far not that. Aaron is the Heart of Trader Jerrys and it's sad that his Shop suffers from his help that works there. I used to frequent Trader Jerrys at least 4 times a week and now it's maybe once a Month. ALL due to his Staff. Southwest Virginia Arms in Salem now has my business and way cheaper on Firearms transfers. Truly sad for Aaron. Semper Fidelis USN/USMC/DAV read more

Called earlier this week looking for a Browning Cynergy in camo, they said it was in stock, guy on the phone couldn't tell me anything other than the price, couldn't remember the camo pattern, drove up 2 hours away on April 9th to check it out, asked the 2 slicks behind the counter about it, one of them was able to look up but not at me and pointed his head to a locked glass case, I found the gun in the case and asked the slick with the head nod if I could get the case opened to check it out, he didn't even acknowledge me and kept on talking about his high school days to his numb coworker I felt bad for interrupting their conversation. $2,100 sale lost to 2 slicks behind the counter. I'll take my money somewhere else thanks guys. read more

If you know what you want, you are likely to find it here. The store layout makes sense, and there is plenty in stock from muzzleloaders to old trade ins to new high end stuff. The only downside is that with the exception of Aaron the staff just doesn't seem very engaged. Do not walk in there expecting a warm welcome or expert technical advise For someone who usually likes to shop in peace, that's OK with me. read more

Place was being rearranged. Went in to buy snap caps, ammo, and put a rifle on layaway. Nobody at ammo counter would help me because he was in a conversation. Got snap caps and walked to counter and was ignored while a conversation about car accidents took place. I was wearing sweats so I figured I may have looked broke so I pulled out a $100bill and said "man I need some ammo" no response so I simply left. The other shops in town should thank them because someone will want to sell me ammo, snap caps, and a rifle. read more

I have purchased and traded guns with Aaron for years both at his shop and at gun shows. Took my CC class there. Could not ask for better service! I always deal with Aaron so I can't speak about his employees. If he does not have it , he can get it! read more

While I have never been to the physical location, I first did business with Jerry in the mid to late 90's. Since then, at countless gun shows, my friends and family have purchased most of our guns from him. If you want to know how he stays in business, check out how much he sells at the Dulles Gun Show. I have always been very happy with how special orders and standard transactions have gone. I will give a good example, I saw announced that in 6 months Ruger was to release a limited run of Super Blackhawk flat tops with gold scroll work, for the 50th anniversary. I called Jerry right away, he said that he would put me on the list and try to get one for me. The cost, standard Super Blackhawk price, and lower than most carry that for. I offered to leave a down payment, he said nope, I will call you when I get it for you. Almost 6 months later, Jerry calls and says he will have it set aside at the show table for me. When he pulled it out, four guys started trying to bid on it. Even offering twice the price asked and he declined stating he had entered a verbal agreement with me and that was that. Anyway, Jerry and his staff have always done right by me...I always check with him when I am looking for something. read more

I do not see how this place stays in business. I have tried to purchase items in this store on two occasions, and they did not have the items in stock. One was a set of Trijicon night sights, the other a rifle. Both times they just said they did not have them. No offer to order them. With the rifle they just told me to keep checking back and maybe they would get one some time in the future. This is why I find it hard to feel sorry when I hear the cries of the " small business owner" that can't compete with the internet retailers. Use this store to see in person an item, then go home order it on line, and give your money to an online retailer that will give you honest customer service! The one star is being generous, it would not let me give them any less than that. read more

Went in to buy a wasr ak-47...what I found were two beat up and rusty pieces of crap.Was in the store over 10 minutes with 4 "workers" and 2 customers including me.No one said hello,No... Can I HELP YOU,No....what are looking for? NOTHING. Guess my tattoos and longhair doesn't make my money any good here.When you treat customers like something you stepped in they take their money elsewhere.That's fine...because SAFESIDE TACTICAL sure helped me.Guess who will get all my business from now on?? Need a hint?? read more

Been buying from them since they opened over 10 years ago. They have a great layaway program. Will order guns for you without you paying for them up front. Also stock a lot of higher end pistols, rifles, shotguns that most local shops do not. The help in the store is alway very up to date on the latest offering read more

Trader Jerrrys is the most well stocked and maintained firearms dealer in the Roanoke Valley. I've been doing business with them for years and have never had a issue. Consider me one of their non-picky patrons.The previous commenter may not (probably doesn't) realize the difficulty in getting certain firearms related items in the political climate that we have today. read more

I have purchased several firearms from Trader Jerry's. Their prices are comparable if not lower that other gun sellers. Staff is friendly and very knowledgeable. If they don't have it in stock they will search for the item in their other store or from a distributor. Good bunch of guys. read more