Just went into the West Marine in Port Charlotte looking for a much needed small part, worth only…read more$15. Was helped by Kevin who greeted me as I walked in. They did not have the part but Kevin said, there has got to be something in here that will work". Within 4 minutes, I walked out of the store with a part that was superior to what I was looking for. Thank you Kevin for the extra effort. I hope your bosses value you as an employee.

Contrary to the word "closed" at the end of the name, this business is not closed. This location…read moreis very small and the staff not that knowledgeable. They are quite helpful with what they do know, but it is few and far between. If you have a choice and have the willingness to travel, go to the West Marine on NorthBound Tamiami Trail in Punta Gorda just over the bridge. The associates are more knowledgeable and the inventory is much greater and more varied.

First, it's hard to believe that a West Marine, in this wonderful boating community could have only…read morefive reviews and the most recent before today, was in 2016! Maybe we are not the boating community I thought we were. Further, I can't believe when someone leaves a review for West Marine, and they complain that it is pricey. It's a specialty store, they have what you need and they have it here in your community. Get over the price! Finally, went to the store in Punta Gorda yesterday. It was staffed by two children. I know, makes me sound like an old guy, which I am, but still these two very young people with absolutely zero boating knowledge provided absolutely zero help. At least the young man stayed to listen to me ask questions which he couldn't answer, while the young woman simply walked away as I approached. I have been to West Marine stores that were a wealth of knowledge and real asset to the boating community. Yesterday, this wasn't one of them.

I shop this store often. They have a good selection of boating products and stainless steel…read morefasteners. The customer service has always been good when I am there. I have bought rope, chain, fittings, plumbing supplies, electrical supplies, life jackets, stainless fasteners, you name it. Only reason it is not a five star is their pricing is a little high, but I save time and gasoline by shopping there.

I've caught the fishing bug during our month long stay in nearby Palm Island. As a beginner…read morefisherman I knew I needed help figuring out -well everything ! I had a rod and reel but that's it. I googled tackle shops and Captain Ted's Tackle was closest. I was a little nervous that whoever worked there would have little patience with a newby. The owner Jeff greeted me right away and then spent the next 30 minutes asking questions and listening to me as I told him where I was fishing (off the dock) and checking out the rod and reel I had been using. He was patient and took his time with me even when another customer came in. He set me up with the correct fishing line , hooks and lures. He even took the time to show me how to correctly tie the right knots to tie for the lines. He even gave me his card with the phone number in case I had any future questions. Supporting locals businesses is crucial and I can promise you that I won't buy anything related to fishing anywhere but Captain Ted's Tackle. That's a promise.

I went with my son to get a rod and a pole. We had the greatest experience. Jeff was super helpful…read moreand taught us a lot. He took all the time in the world to answer questions and help us get the right equipment and learn to use it. The price wa incredibly affordable. I had to go back the next day because my son had an "accident" and he replaced the pole at no cost. He is a sweetheart and really knows and enjoys his business. You also have to meet Jack, his Boston Terrier who is always in the store and enjoys a little attention.

I was vacationing in FL last month and went to J&J to see what they had as far as ammo and pistols…read more The service counter guy was very helpful, answered all my questions. Their prices are good - much better than I see in Illinois gun shops ( due to IL tax laws). They had an excellent selection of pistols and rifles too. Next time I am in port charlotte i will definitely go again and this time shoot some on their range.

A well stocked shop with a fairly good variety of self defense materials and accessories…read more Independent gunsmith on MWF to provide Gunsmith repairs and associated needs and advice. Over all this is one of the more popular gun shops around the Port Charlotte Area Featuring a gun range that is very adequate for small arms. This shop meets most everyday needs but it is not a deep in depth shop as you might find in Tampa or Ft Myers. Staff knowledgeable. Prices can be suspect so do your homework, before laying cash. IMO they sell at the high end for most items.

Great product and customer service. After 2 1/2 yrs my light wouldn't light up. Called for tech…read moresupport and Derek talked me through a system trouble shooting which indicated the main bix was okay, but the underwater cable and bulb had failed probably due to external forces i.e. fish hook, parrot fish, etc. He ordered a new cable and bulb and had shipped to me. Great tech support.

Russell W I received…read morethe fishlight as a long awaited gift. Shortly after installing it, it quit working. Everyone I spoke with on their staff were absolutely polite and accomodating. I don't judge a company by how they do while performing well. I judge them by how they react to a problem they have. These folks are top notch!! They are responsive, easy to work with and stand behind their product. I would recommend themto anyone needing a good fishlight.

This was my go to place while the former owner Diane was there. The store was well organized, the…read moreprices reasonable, and she had a great personality Under new ownership the store is overpacked with goods, the prices have gone way up, I know about covid and inflation, but many of the prices are not far off the new merchandise mark. Owners are professional but without the bubbly personality of the former owner.

New owners are more professional and organized than previous owner. I had left some items fairly…read morenice items at the store with previous owner and never heard back. Item was definitely gone but never received payment. Went back to store under new ownership and put item on consignment. Not long after, received check in mail for item and got a very fair price for it. Items in store are much more organized so that you can more easily find items you need. Overall, a positive experience if you are looking to sell some of your unneeded boating equipment.

The two people that work inside the store, two young girls have no idea how to handle firearms and…read morehave no knowledge of firearms myself. I'm a retired law enforcement officer, and also a military veteran. As far as I'm concerned I've been in there twice. They are very overpriced and very unsafe. You never hand someone a pistol or a semi automatic with a magazine in it without clearing it I don't care if it's brand new in the cabinet you drop the magazine you lock back to the slide and then you handed it to me anyone going in there be careful. I saw a customer yesterday. Unload a 9 mm at the front counter standing right next to me because he wanted to sell it. I felt very unsafe. I would not recommend anyone going there and I will never be back there again. One more note they're selling used guns at full retail market value with no flexibility at all to negotiate that's absolutely disgusting.

I am a lifetime gun owner and for the past decade have traded at the other gun shops in Port…read moreCharlotte. This place is new so we decided to take a look. It is well lit and stocked with guns and hunting gear. Unfortunately the man in charge, I believe the owner, was not friendly or welcoming. Maybe he was having a bad day, but, if a new customer came into my store, I'd be reaching out to them to find their interests and establish common ground. He did anything but do that. No questions about what my firearm interest where. I'm a decently dressed senior citizen, he acted like I was a bum or punk. As I left i toyed with the idea of telling him I wouldn't be back due to his unfriendly attitude. But held my tongue

A fair selection for its size, and good products at a good value…read more Best of all, they're courteous and helpful! I had a negative experience at Fishin' Frank's multiple times, and I'm done with that place. This shop doesn't gatekeep, and tries to help everyone get what they need, and just supports fishing. I'm definitely making this my go-to fishing shop.

Always have great help here, they are knowledgeable about their products as well. They don't have…read morethe biggest selection but they always have the exact gear I need for fishing locally here. Great place to grab live shrimp as well. Love this place and it's cheap!