I took five steps into the store and was greeted by staff. I had a long gun in a case and was asked…read morehow I can be helped. I was sending a rifle to a relative out-of-state. I was asked to go to the main counter where I of course allowed staff member to open the case and examine the arm for safety purposes/standard protocol anywhere. I explained what I wanted to do and found the staff member to professional yet very personable. I am relatively new to the area and so this was a welcomed contact. I had been quoted a price for the action over the phone prior to my visit and the price was the same. This is very good-to find a business with the integrity, know how and desire to help the costumer with their needs. There was a large amount of firearms, equipment, ammunition and other shooting needs available. I have found a new gun store I can do business with, no need to go anywhere else. Thanks Camarillo Gun Store. I'll be back.

Went in for a repair on my rifle. Ruger would fix it for free. It seems it was delayed a few weeks…read morebecause they forgot to send it till I reminded them. I had to go back in twice because ruger replaced my reciever and it was being treated as a new gun. I signed paperwork that said $0 owed 3 times. I was told I'd have to pay $40 for shipping wich is fine. Than at the last minute as they're handing me my gun they let me know if can't leave with it without paying +$200 in California taxes. Keep in mind I was there 4 times amd they never once mentioned I'd have to pay that much to send it out and send it back. I could have had it repaired here for that price. I have all the paperwork to prove it. I understand the mistake, but I don't understand the lack of explanation and attempt to make it right. Disappointing. There's a lot to like about that store.

I'm really happy I found this place. I recently needed a DROS done on a firearm being shipped in…read morefrom an online retailer. Had it sent to VC Armory. A lot of dealers these days arent keen on doing that these days. I called them, and they said no problem. They notified me less than an hour after I got the UPS notice that the package arrived at their location. I showed up just a short while later to start the process. Its a nice small shop in a quiet part of town. I really appreciated how chill the atmosphere was. I think it took all of 10 minutes to get the paperwork done, and off I went. 10 days wrapped, and I went for my pickup today. Again, the shop was super chill. Took less than 10 minutes to wrap everything up. Start to finish, the process was painless. Most gun shops are typically not places I'm super comfortable at. They tend to have semi aggressive staff, customers, or both. And they also tend to be very vocal about their political affiliations. VC Armory had none of those things. That alone is going to make them my go to LGS from here on out.

I see a lot of good reviews. And I understand why. My issue was a technicality in their wrong…read moreinterpretation of the law. Here is the real problem I have with them. They do not understand all gun laws and there for make their customer jump through more legal hoops than need be. I don't expect every customer to know the laws so they are unaware VC is slightly incompetent. I even pointed out their error but they just raised their voices and yelled at me. In California , when buying a rifle, it is NOT necessary to show two forms of ID. If you have a California True ID (Golden Bear in corner with no restrictions) that is all you need. They insisted I needed more. Here's the law: Only if you have restrictions or are purchasing a hand gun or it's a PO box address etc... is a secondary ID proving address required). But they are so arrogant and elitist blow-hards they wouldn't even turn the page on the form that they used as their proof showing me. I said on the first page it states NO secondary ID required for rifles. But he refused to even look at the 1st page and read where it clearly states the secondary ID rule is ONLY for hand gun sales. So lazy. So every single rifle purchaser that had a California DL True ID with no restrictions and their address correct on the iD was and is made to show a secondary ID. Completely unnecessary so I asked them to send my "receiver(rifle) to their competitor down the street who is up on the law. And they're cheaper too (and very friendly with no attitude. VC waste their customer's time making them jump through hoops needlessly and are very argumentative when you show them the law. Shame. By the way...I had lost my registration for my car and was in the process of renewing my registration so I didn't have it as secondary proof handy and I wasn't going to stand in line at the DMV just to get a copy when they would send me my new one a couple weeks later. Nope. I rather deal with the competent FFL guys down the street. My history: Gun collector of 50 years with over 350 purchases over a lifetime. I was an FFL myself and I am very familiar with the laws. Most gun buyers will assume their FFL knows the laws. Fact: Not all ffl's understand things they read and need it explained to them. We're all human. But when they get arrogant, loud and insistent by refusing to acknowledge they misread their own DOJ documents in front of them....that's just a ignorance and incompetence. These are guys I would think should not be doing their own Taxes let alone filling out gun transfers.

I recently got to spend time on the range with Todd and Trent. I'm fairly new to shooting and they…read moreboth were incredibly patient and informative on teaching me both gun safety and how to shoot. Their guns were incredible, especially the .300 Win Mag that they had for sale. I didn't get a chance to shoot it, but I can only imagine what an experience that would be. I HIGHLY recommend at least talking with these two brothers if you have any thoughts about customizing your weapon.

Their attention to detail is spot on and the end product came out great! I am also very impressed…read morewith the promptness of their work. I was in and out in a few days. If you need any custom work or repair done, go to Griswold Brothers!

Buying a firearm second hand from these people and they've had me on hold for about 2 months, I…read morethink they're secretly racist they're making go thru hoops

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Been going here since they were at their previous location…read more I'm more of a collector than a shooter and I've bought some nice rifles from John and crew. They have some military surplus things - and modern accessories. I value their advice even on gun related issues and brands they don't sell. I try not to take up too much of their time when it's crowded. They seem to have a pretty large customer base including law enforcement, many of whom like to chat. I need to stop by soon and ask about mounting a period correct scope (hard to find) on an antique rifle I bought there. I've also been there a couple of times when a rude customer makes a scene over nothing and are politely asked to leave. Battlefield Adventures is always my first stop for anything firearm related.

Great place! Great staff! Great selection, they even have a Staccato! I purchased an annual…read moremembership at a great price! Can't wait till it reopens!

All of the employees are very friendly and courteous. I go every couple weeks to train, and I am…read moreoften greeted by name. Everyone seems very knowledgeable and the price is reasonable. Their selection of firearms and accessories is pretty good as well.

I think this place is closed ? A little pricey but good work in the past. Double check before…read moretraveling there.

DO NOT TAKE your projects to this place. I read similar reviews of people saying the same thing…read morehappened to them. I dropped off items and was told it would be done within a few weeks. After a month passed I called to hear a status and nothing. I contacted back after a few weeks and no answer, nor calls back with the status. Keep in mind, Months passed and still no response and They never answer the phones, and At this point I wanted my stuff back and went to shop several times and no one was ever there. I finally get a response back I can pick them up. They told me they didn't touch them and couldn't get to it after having it for months. After I looked at my project I was furious. Seems they started it and had it sit with the humidity . As you can see in the pictures rust is all over my lower and upper. Luckily I took pictures of it when I dropped it off. The gun was not dropped off in this condition. They claimed they didn't touch but then said we put it in acetone. So first they said didn't touch it but after the I sent them them the pictures they said they put it in acetone. No sense of what they did or anything. And left it and let rust accumulate. They offered to fix it but after dealing with them, they lost credibility to me and after months of no response there was no way I wanted to deal with them again. I requested to be reimbursed for my damages for another shop to remove the rust from my gun and they declined. If you'd like to see pictures of what I received back check out my google review on them, pictures are there.

A very conscientious and thorough business. I was very impressed. Will definitely go backread more

If it were possible to leave 10 stars I would. I have been searching for a particular gun since…read more2018 when they first came out and were legal in CA. Today I called this business for the first time, and I am simply blown away (no pun intended). This is a "one man show" business (like mine is), and Courtland (the owner) wears all hats. Of course you must make an appointment (like most other gun stores since the China virus arrived), but I would imagine this is Courtland's regular policy, as is THE only guy. Although I have not yet purchased from him, this will be my exclusive gun shop from now until if or when I leave CA. As you speak with Courtland you immediately recognize that he is extremely knowledgeable (as you might hope since he IS the store owner), and he seems to be an extraordinarily straight shooter. If he had what I was looking for I would be there now to purchase it. But like so many other gun stores, his inventory is quite limited at the moment. However, Courtland is happy to try to locate the gun you are looking for with his 4 distributors, plus other websites like GunBroker.com, and he will notify you and order the gun the next day upon arrival. The majority of Courtland's customers seem to be in law enforcement, but he also sells to non-professionals (by appointment). When I asked him about the best personal carry semi-auto pistol he would recommend, he told me his first choice. However, when I NEXT mentioned that I MAY relocate to Arizona, he switched his recommendation to a different gun due to the fact that it could also receive a much larger magazine as compared to CA. He is also going to call all 4 of his distributors, and if they don't have one they will order it notify him once received. WOW! I have been looking for this particular gun for over 3 years, and have called numerous other stores, and this is the ONLY dealer who not only gives you the time of day, but in fact WORKS for you to help you to find what you are looking for. At this point I am happy reminded of what a similar store might look like back in Mayberry in 1966. I would imagine that this is the type of service I MIGHT expect, but never in these times! This is now the ONLY gun store I will do business with as long as I stay in CA! THANK YOU COURTLAND, AND GOD BLESS YOU!!!

Excellent service and knowledgeable team! Purchased my first firearm in April and the staff was so…read moregenuine and honest about which firearm I should choose! As a woman buying any weapon; we want to be taken seriously and want to receive all the necessary information for operating our new purchase! Well these men know what they're selling and have the knowledge to back it! Love my new "girl" and will be visiting the range soon! Will also be buying again soon! The top of the line selections make this store my first choice!

Accompanied my son to buy his first gun and what a disappointment. The staff member who was helping…read moreus was rude and talked to us like we were wasting his time. We asked to see a few guns and could tell he was annoyed with us asking questions. The staff acted like they were above everyone else. I'm for our second amendment and freedom but overhearing "shop talk" amongst employees about recent ICE stuff and black people and how ICE should go after them instead was disturbing. As a Hispanic female and community member of a local organization, I was saddened how this shop viewed its community. In short we didn't purchase a firearm and instead went somewhere else.