Peabody Sports

A very good gun shop with experienced, helpful salesmen. Not a huge inventory, but enough to make it worth shopping and looking at high-quality guns, and they're great about ordering things for you. My wife even likes to go in with me.

I have shopped at almost all of the gun stores in the dayton area and Peabody Sports is BY FAR the best gun store in this area. They are not only knowledgeable about the products that they carry but are able to fix any problem that i have had with all of my guns.

I have gone to this store since it opened for a few years now. I really try to support local businesses; especially ones like this that some day may be driven out by those that hate and fear firearms. No really bad to great stories and experiences either way. I guess it is reasonable in some ways such as a nice store front. They also reluctantly matched an advertised price on a long gun from another local store which is reasonable. On the negative side they seen a bit pricey for everything and they do not have much of a selection (especially in accessories and ammo); and I go away more empty handed than not, and have to seek out other businesses (often very far away or on the Internet). I always call first now to check their inventory before going; otherwise you may waste your time and a trip.

One of the Peabody Salesmen lied to me about a law enforcement/military discount (for which I am eligible). When I came back to the store to confront the owner/manager, I told him I wanted to cancel my layaway and get my money back. He then flipped out on me, called me a liar, and repeatedly insulted me. I did get all my money back, but not without enduring a verbal assault from the owner. He must be hurting for business pretty bad to get that upset, but with a short fuse and a willingness to berate his customers like he did, I could see why he might be hurting. Learn some customer service skills!!!