Alquist Arms

It’s quite a drive to go down to Turlock but this place is well worth it.
Great selection on both handguns and long guns which are mainly brand new at this location.
Quite a bit of wait as well to be serviced. Do remember to pull a number tab before you go in even if you just wanted to look around as you will need it if you want them to pull an item out of the display case.
GREAT prices on most of their items and as of right now, in-​store purchases have a sales tax of 7.63%. If you have a pricey item to buy and Alquist has it, it is normally discounted in price plus you pay a lower sales tax.
Btw, you can also park on the street before you turn into their lot. Funny how people are waiting in their cars for other cars to back out and the street is open for only 25 more steps.

Great place to purchase a firearm! Staff is pretty cool and knowledgeable. A friend of mine told me about this store, and I’m sure glad I stopped by. Their inventory is top notch; while some places have only a few handguns and rifles in stock, this place has plenty. My first and only purchase (as of now) was for a Sig P226, and that was more of an impulse purchase. I knew I was going to buy one sooner or later, but I jumped on it when I asked for pricing and after learning that that was the last one in stock; asking price was around $ 35 or $ 40 cheaper than other stores after taxes and fees. The thing that I REALLY like is that they offer two payment plans: a layaway plan where you don’t start paperwork until you pay off the item, and another plan where if you put down ¹⁄₃ of the cost, you can start paperwork and be ready to pick up after you finish off the balance, given that 10 24hr periods have passed. The ONLY downside to this store, and this really doesn’t have anything to do with the store itself, is that it’s rather far away from home.

Very good customer service. Just make sure you have the right address because they have two shops. Both had very helpful and knowledgable staff. Although the wait to be seen may take some time, it’s definitely worth it. Thanks guys!

Awesome guys, very friendly and aways helpful. Plus the best prices in cali = my bank account empty lol. Thanks alot bobby, see you soon.

This is a great place to buy a gun. Wish I heard of them sooner, though. I bought my first gun elsewhere in the central valley, and a week later, I found these guys on facebook selling the same gun for $ 40 cheaper! Love how they keep updated prices (usually cheaper than other shops) on their facebook page and are quick to respond to inquiries.
I finally visited the new shop today, and it was overall a good experience. It’s really helpful that the prices of each handgun are visible, so you don’t need to ask about each gun like some other places. Yes, it was busy the whole time during my visit, but their number system is very helpful. Once I was being helped, the whole paperwork/​buying process was smooth and quick. They also sponsor events and donate guns for raffles to support groups like the American Mining Rights Association.

If you’re looking to buy a firearm of any size or caliber, this is the place to go. I personally have bought many rifles and a few guns there. Richard and Bobby, along with the other personnel, are nothing but professional and courteous. Their prices are amazing dirt cheap, and I look forward to doing business with them for many years. Thank you very much for your great customer service,
Sincerelly;
Timbo

Got my rifle here the first time I went there I got great customer service from a guy by the name of John. Great guy really knew what he was talking about and informed me about everything I needed to know. The second time I was there the guy that was helping me process my paper work wasn’t so helpful kinda seemed like he didn’t want to help actually but maybe he just wasn’t havering a good morning lol. Overall a good experience other than the grump that was helping me the second time.

Always has the best prices around! Great customer service, and always very helpful.
I do and will do as much of my business here as I can! Highly suggest checking them out.

The new store is awesome but if you get a chance stick with the center street store owner Richard is awesome and will take care of you people don’t believe in the art of old school buisness anymore

I really think this is one of the better gun shops here in the Central Valley. They have a great selection and on top of that customer service is organized and excellent. I can really appreciate great customer service and these guys give great customer service. The guy with the tattoos helped us out and he was super friendly and knowledgeable.

I was looking for a cheap 22lr plinking pistol. When Alquist Arms posted a nickel Phoenix Hp22, I immediately contacted them to make arrangements to reserve the gun. The employee was courteous and took my order without any problems. Looks to me that I purchase my guns away from the bay area to find better deals. Without question, Alquist Arms is one of them.
A numbered ticket upon entering is helpful. It defeats people cutting in line and gives employees good attention to customers. What I particularly like about Alquist Arms’ employees is that every one of them, whether he is my contemporary, younger or older, treated me exactly the same. Too often I see in a gun store where an older employee in his high horse rain down on his subordinate customers. All mighty and all knowing, this older employee’s knowledge is absolute. Quite the opposite at Alquist Arms. In fact, I had a great experience talking to their employees as we walk through the process of buying the gun.
Top notch customer service. And did I mention great prices? I am from the bay area, travelling to Turlock to purchase a firearm speaks volumes about their great prices. I’d like to think of it as a mini road trip to get some goodies. Add them in your FB page and see their deals as they come.

Quite disappointed in Alquist. I moved to Turlock last year and was looking forward to this being my shop. I waited anxiously like most for the new location for more room and inventory, but the variety of accessories and parts are quite limited. What really disappointed was my attempt to make my first purchase with them yesterday. I called in more than a dozen times. Left a message about 30 hours ago now, and no response or call back. When I finally got a hold of someone, I asked to see what sig 1911 they had, and I was told «well it’s hard for me to get to that side of the store right now». Seriously? This is a new store and there was no thought put into «getting to that part of the store» involved? Sounds like they didn’t want to help phone customers, even though they may have been busy as he mentioned. I asked to be put on hold due to the difficulty to get them to answer the first time. He put me on the phone with someone who sounded quite young. I again asked what sig 1911’s they had and I was told it was black, 45 and 5″ and that I could get a part miner if I wanted to look it up myself. I declined and asked to order one. I was then put on hold for 20 minutes and ignored until I hung up and called Elite Arms in Manteca who answered on the first call and got my order taken within 5 minutes. So much for supporting my local shop. Every other time I’ve gone in it’s been mostly to browse, and the sense I get is that the people they know they help without hesitation, but if you’re not a regular, you get overlooked easily. Whether that’s true or not isn’t the case, it’s the fact that businesses are ran in large part by perception. And my perception is they have crappy inventory for accessories and didn’t want my business enough to not keep me on hold for way too long to be acceptable. 2 starts cuz I’m generous.

Great store! Huge selection, great service, the best price (we shopped) & everything you need to accessorize & maintain your fire arms.

Do not do business with alquist arms.
Four months ago I ordered a p938 and was told it would be in within 2 weeks, 4 weeks later I reversed the charges and went down to PRK in Fresno. Yes, PRK is more expensive (about 8 percent more across the board) but they usually have a better inventory and can order and deliver faster.
Because I believe in supporting local business; I gave Alquist a second chance and ordered a Springfield xds… I was told I could DROS within the week; more lies and delays. Two weeks later I was finally allowed to DROS, and they put me (the whitest guy you have ever met) down as Vietnamese on the form. I was told that it wasn’t important and to just sign the paperwork.
After a phone call with the CA DOJ, I was informed that by signing the form I committed a misdemeanor which will be investigated.
Thank God Prk arms is opening a store here in Turlock; atleast when I buy a gun from them I don’t get investigated by the CA DOJ!

Alquist Arms is the only place I will go for firearms. Bobby is the Owner and has dedicated this shop to CA shooters and giving the best deal possible. I would trust them for all of my shooting needs. They post most of their special items and sales on their FaceBook site and it’s the best way to keep up with what’s hot and instock. You can also ask question there and get reliable answers in a reasonable time.

First time at Alquist at the Freitas location. Originally at the S. Center location and was steered there by Richard so I could view their large selection of Kimber firearms. Not knowing what to expect, I was quickly helped by John. Showed me a few compact style Kimbers and choose a SS frame Custom Kimber. Very nice and priced well.
Picked up an additional mag as well. I’ll definitely shop here again. Great inventory of All Things Guns.
Thanks Richard & John, you both made my first visit to Alquist a good one at both locations.
Highly recommended.
Picked up my gun today 7÷8÷14 and would like to make a suggestion to improve customer service. Please have a number system for customer servicing, kind of like Costco’s Eyeglass Dept. Pull a number tag and when a spot opens up the clerk calls it. When I arrived today the store was busy and while standing there waiting some people just walked in and were immediately asked if they needed help. In the meantime, the people already there are just looking at each other wondering what the heck just happened.
Please fix this and you’ll keep «everyone» happy if that’s important.