Porter's Firearms
Porter's Firearms has earned the #1 Gunwerks dealer title three years running—not by accident. The team lives what they sell. Owner Shane Porter and his crew are active backcountry hunters who spend their year chasing elk, sheep, and bear across remote wilderness. When they stock a rifle, they've al...
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Porter's Firearms has earned the #1 Gunwerks dealer title three years running—not by accident. The team lives what they sell. Owner Shane Porter and his crew are active backcountry hunters who spend their year chasing elk, sheep, and bear across remote wilderness. When they stock a rifle, they've already tested it in conditions that separate the good from the necessary.
Gunwerks Specialist Inventory
Porter's is the nation's #1 Gunwerks dealer. They carry the full lineup including the Werkman Rifle System—Gunwerks' best value option that delivers 1000-yard performance without unnecessary frills. Small production runs mean limited stock, but their specialists can bundle custom configurations, finishes, and calibers to fit your hunt and budget.
"Our team trusts Gunwerks for high-pressure hunts because we use them." — Derek Huber, Porter's Firearms
Featured Systems & Current Stock
Recent inventory highlights include:
- •Ruger 10/22 Carbon Fiber (2025 model) — 16.1" cold hammer-forged barrel with carbon fiber sleeve, threaded 1/2"-28 for suppressors. Pairs well with the Hawke Vantage IR 1-4x20 Turkey Dot scope they stock. Total weight: 3.5 lbs with Magpul MOE X-22 stock. Ideal for small game and backpack carry.
- •Gunwerks Werkman Rifle System — Same 1000-yard capability as premium Gunwerks models, stripped of unnecessary features for best value in their lineup.
- •Custom Gunwerks Builds — Work with their team to spec caliber, finish, optics, suppressors, and cases to order.
Accessories & Optics
They stock: - Gunwerks custom gun cases - Suppressors (including threading services) - Rangefinders - Ammunition - Magpul furniture and stocks - Hawke optics (Turkey Dot reticle IR scopes, ballistic turrets) - Caldwell bipods and shooting support - M-LOK compatible rails and mounts
| Specialty | Focus |
|---|---|
| Backcountry Hunting | Long-range systems for remote terrain, elk, bear, moose |
| Whitetail Deer | Rifled slugs, traditional wood grain, modern precision |
| Big Game (Elk, Bear, Moose) | Weight-critical builds, reliability-proven systems |
| Turkey | Shotgun chokes, patterns, finishes for spring season |
| Muzzleloaders | Antique to cutting-edge options |
| Upland/Dove | High-round-count durability |
| Predator/Hog Control | Wildlife management and herd protection |
| Pistols & Compacts | Defense and recreational shooting across price points |
| Home Defense | Trench guns and defensive shotgun options |
Porter's isn't just selling hunting rifles—the owner has done the hunts. Shane was featured on the Backcountry Hunting Podcast discussing his spring 2022 brown bear hunt on the Alaska Peninsula with guide Steve Hallenbeck (Double Broomed Mountain Rifles), plus multi-day treks for 43-inch Dall sheep. This real experience shapes their inventory and customer recommendations.
Mountain Home, Arkansas 625 E. 9th St., Mountain Home, AR 72653 📞 870-701-0504 Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Sat: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Harrison, Arkansas 102 W. Commercial St., Harrison, AR 72601 📞 870-741-5626 Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM | Sat: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- •Gun Broker Store — They maintain active inventory listings online. Can't find your specific caliber or finish? Use their contact form and a firearms specialist will help source it.
Not seeing your preferred finish or caliber online? Contact their team directly. They work with multiple brands and dealers, can bundle systems for discounts, and specialize in custom combinations tailored to your hunt and budget.
1. Real experience — Staff uses the rifles they recommend on actual backcountry hunts 2. Gunwerks expertise — #1 dealer with direct relationships and production access 3. Complete systems — Rifles, optics, suppressors, cases, ammo—everything for a hunt in one place 4. Custom service — Specialists available to build the exact configuration you need 5. Multiple locations — Mountain Home and Harrison stores with consistent hours 6. Weight-conscious builds — Every ounce matters in backcountry terrain 7. Long-range proven — Inventory tested at distance and in difficult terrain