The Armory on Pima

The Armory’s principal virtue is that they are basically a state-​of-​the-​art shop selling mostly modern pistols in the most popular brands. In particular, if you’re looking for a current pistol from S&W, Sig, H&K, Glock, etc. they’re likely to have it in stock, and in the variant you’re looking for.
The trailer they’re in gives a weird (but cool) ambience or vibe when you walk in (see the photographs).
This is an in-​and-​out affair for me. I know what I want, I go in, fill out the form, they call it in, and I walk out. That said, this is a good place to actually hold pistols if you’re considering buying one. And because they have a current, modern stock, you can easily compare across brands, models, and variants.
This is probably my first choice for buying something new and current in Tucson. I don’t know that they’re the cheapest or anything, but I’ve had no problems.
The clientele in this place is a little different too, I’ve noticed. I can’t put my finger on exactly how, but they’re a little younger and a little quieter and a little less redneck than some other stores in the Old Pueblo.

This is not really a gun shop. They only sell «sionics» AR15s, whatever that means. Don’t waste your gas driving here.

Great service, awesome prices and if they don’t have it… ask! They will get it for you!

The Staff was very friendly, however «buyer beware.» I purchased a S&W M&P Shield for $ 509.00 a full $ 60.00 over Smith and Wesson’s MSRP of $ 449.00. By the way this was the Armory’s «Cash Price» so you can get a better deal. My father in law purchased the same handgun at the firearms store located next to the Armory for $ 395.00 several weeks before, needless to say I won’t be back and I’m telling all my friends and neighbors.

Great store. The owner (I forgot his name) has always been super nice to me, even when I’ve asked a lot of stupid questions. He helped me pick out the exact right gun for me. Other gun stores tend to talk to my boyfriend even though I’m the one interested in guns, or to show me pink guns and crap like that. This place isn’t like that at all.

I went to The Armory a couple of weeks ago and purchased a Glock 19 at the lowest price after shopping around. The ammunition was also priced very reasonably. The staff was very friendly and helpful and I will be going back to buy more ammo and some accessories for my new Glock. A friend of mine is a policeman and he told me about The Armory for great selection and prices.

Cons:
This place seems to be never open. Seriously, they have the most inconsistent hours. That being said its onto the pros
Pro’s:
Decent selection. They also have good prices if you pay in cash.
I really want to give them a shitty review due because of their stupid hours, but cant.

The Armory is how every gun store should be. It’s a bit small and cozy, but awesome.
First off, I’m a bit biased since the regular dude behind the counter is also named Brian, but what can you say. When I first started working on my addiction, I visited a ton of gun stores in Tucson. I knew what I wanted, did my shopping and looked around town, eventually settling on The Armory for my first purchase. They were extremely helpful, honest, and let me hold/​strip/​inspect anything I showed interest in. Advice and respect for customers regular and new alike are spot on. Honestly. Other places are pretentious or will try and sell you tacti-​cool stuff you don’t really need or only treat you like a customer if you already have a small arsenal. Not so with The Armory.
I’ve gone back three times now for additional firearms purchases, and other things as well including some TruGlo TFOs.
Their pricing is completely fair and right where it should be. Usually when I purchase locally I expect things to cost way above even MSRP, somehow Josh has prices even below what I see online. Take optics and sights for example — he prices based on optics planet. That’s totally the right way to do things. If you have something you want special, he’ll get it. I haven’t done an FFL yet, though.
Purchases are a bit cheaper if you use cash or credit card — debit is 1% more. That’s a bit odd, but forgivable.
If you’re starting out or just interested in home/​personal defense, this is definitely the place to catalyze an addiction. Honestly.

Shopping local get’s harder all the time. In this world of chain stores and made in China goods, the odd chance to shop in a store where the owner stands behind the counter now and again is rare.
When I went shopping for a new handgun I looked at a big chain store, got online and poked around — and was left feeling like I was not really getting what I wanted: un-​rushed sensible advice.
Then I found The Armory on Pima on Unilocal and away I went. The store is small, clean and kinda post modern in décor, which I thought was cool for a gun shop.
The Folks who work here are obviously passionate about what they do and making sure their customers have the right tools for the job.
I Ended up with exactly what I need and was even offered an ice cream.
Oh, yeah and the price is right — very competitive with the big chain stores that probably dominate your attention.
Do the right thing, make the drive and support local businesses not soul less big box retailers!

Josh and the Cool Cats at the Armory on Pima are quite possibly the best gun shop in Tucson.
They’ve reliably had the best prices on firearms (sometimes even cheaper than the internet).
Furthermore, they’re licensed to deal with NFA items, and are quite helpful in getting the paperwork done right.
Finally, the shop is just a great place to hang out. Drop by some time to talk to a great group of guys about guns.

I like to shop around for Guns and after being here, I can tell you it is definitely a place to shop.
While most people seem to buy a gun based on reviews, advice, and looks, how that gun feels is really the most important factor. Find what feels right (after shooting it, rent it if you have to) and then go here, because they have good prices on their fire arms.
I was talking to Mark and the other guys for awhile about my buying decision and their knowledge helped me flesh out what I would get.
The store was very clean and friendly. I am definitely saving up for a Beretta Px Storm, its the gun for me, but not everyone. They can order any new gun, and don’t waste your time looking for used guns here.
They also have a Desert Eagle on Raffle, you got a 1 in 200 chance so just go do it.