I've been going to Jones Fort for well over a decade, and I've always found them friendly and…read morehelpful. Patrick is THE man to talk about about shotguns, Marshall Jr is THE man to talk to about reloading, and the others behind the counter have always been knowledgeable about anything I've asked. I have bought firearms from Jones Fort and have also used them as an FFL. In both capacities they are good people to work with. Some shops try to discourage internet purchasing by setting their FFL fees way high (like $100). Jones Fort, last time I did a transfer, was $35 (EDIT: Not anymore, it's $100). Ammo prices are definitely reasonable in comparison to other shops around town. You might find a firearms cheaper elsewhere, but after dealing with the VERY misinformed people at Nice Shot and the lack of professionalism at Great Outdoors (EDIT: closed now), I'll be doing any future purchasing at Jones Fort. If the price is a little higher, I'll consider it worth it so that I can deal with professionals. EDIT: Well, unfortunately Jones Fort now charges $100 for transfers, and for the love of me I don't know why (save my theory that they wish to discourage internet purchasing). If the gun is used, though, and not likely to be found locally, why punish your customers? Does it really cost $100 for the labor and time to do transfers? If so, then I'll gladly pay, but the price seems inflated since I was able to do transfers through an FFL in Sacramento for a third the cost. Grinds my gears; not enough to not do it, but there's goes the fifth star.

I recently purchased a firearm and did the private party transfer through Jones' Fort. I live seven…read morehours away so this purchased required two trips up north to the store as well as multiple calls with questions that I had. Each phone was answered by friendly staff. They were patient and answered any questions that I had. In store I got to deal with both Jaime and Jacob. Both of these guys were very friendly, helpful, and professional! Had great conversations both times in was in the shop. I didn't experience anything like previous negative reviews indicated. I think they may have gotten a bad rap! All in all a great place for all your firearm needs!

I down graded them to three stars, I made a special trip for a pickup, and they were closed. No…read moreexplanation on the door and their phone had no answering message. Customers expect posted hours to be honored.

I've only visited this business twice, but I already look at it as my go-to gun store in Redding…read more Today cinched it: I had a revolver with a dragging cylinder, and happened to catch one of their gunsmiths at an idle moment. In fifteen minutes, he corrected the problem for a reasonable fee. Look, y'all, I actually like that place across town that doubles as a pawn shop. The guys there are friendly and knowledgeable enough, but sheesh, sometimes I wish I could find an Army cot to nap on while I'm waiting to talk to someone. I recently bought a gun at THAT place, and paid fifteen dollars less than what Bastiani Arms charges. But then, if I'd bought the gun at Bastiani, I'd have about an hour of my life handed back to me. If saving every dollar is important to you (and believe me, I can get behind that with my Scottish ancestry 'n all), go to that other place and wade through the throngs of people as you wait for what passes for customer service. But, if you're willing to pay a few bucks more (or in the case of a brick of .22 ammo, eighty cents more) to deal with a shop that has it together, go see the folks at Bastiani Arms. Sometimes, you really do get what you pay for.

My go to gunsmith. And they have a Great Selection of Guns and Ammo. If you aren't going here your…read morewasting Valuable Time

I needed my rifle serviced in one day. He did it! So rare to find this kind of service. He's my…read moregunsmith from now on. Frank Ryan

Buying ammunition at this store is an odyssey. I think the ammunition counter guys flunked out of…read morethe DMV for being too slow.

Great selection and great prices with a knowledgeable staff. Easy to find your way around and more…read morethan ample parking. Only thing I wish they had more of were coolers.

I usually don't give reviews but I wanted to share how great and thorough my experience was. I…read morehired this agency for a private investigator and they were very professional and thorough! This really is a great company and I would not go to anyone else!

Store staff was very polite and helpful. And their website has a very well organized catalog and…read morethe best prices in town.

I had ordered a custom barrel for my Remington 700, it came to me with a raw finish. I searched for…read moreplaces that would do a blue or parkerized finish. I found a couple highly rated places on the East Coast, but not much inside CA except for Hot Flash Refinishing. I was able to find a few good reviews on the BBB.org and on CalGuns so I reached out to them by email. Scott responded to each of my emails the following morning. He answered all of questions and gave his professional opinion when requested. I felt extremely comfortable sending him my rifle. He originally quoted 3 weeks to get my rifle back, but it came back to me after 1 week. I was extremely happy with the results. The barrel looks great and my receiver and bolt look new again. I would recommend Scott & HFR to anyone and would use them again.

I recently sent a disassembled AKM for a dark Parkerize finish. Scott did a great job - the finish…read moreis very dark and even. It looks so good I am tempted to just leave it alone rather than apply the Poly Cote finish I have planned. Definitely recommend.