First Coast Firearms

First Coast Firearms started because the owner needed gunsmithing work done and couldn't find anyone locally who could deliver. Ten years later, they've grown from a custom AR finishing operation into a full-service gun shop that manufactures their own firearms and holds a Class 3 license for NFA items.

They're a licensed 07 FFL manufacturer producing the Ares Model AR-15 Carbine and Chaos Model AR-10 Carbine—both made in the USA right in St. Augustine. This isn't just retail; they make their own product.

• •Firearms: Glock (stocking dealer + armorer certified), Q Honey Badger/Sugar Weasel, Daniel Defense, Sig Sauer, Springfield, HK, FN, CZ, POF, Smith & Wesson, Taurus, Ruger, Mossberg, Remington, Beretta, and more
• •Suppressors/Silencers: Dead Air, Q, Rugged, SilencerCo, SureFire, Thunder Beast Arms, YHM, Sig Sauer (full Class 3/Title II licensed dealer)
• •Optics & Night Vision: iRay thermal for hunting, tested and vetted for quality-to-price ratio
• •AR Parts & Accessories: Bravo Company, Viking Tactics, Troy Industries, LaRue Tactical, Seekins Precision
• •Ammunition: Bulk ammo, Federal, Hornady, Winchester
• •Estate Services: Asset valuation, documentation, consignment

They know AR-15s and AR-10s inside out—built everything from 7 to 20 inch barrels. Beyond that, they handle:

First Coast Firearms simplifies the complicated NFA process. Buy a silencer, bring two fingerprint cards, two passport photos, and a check for the tax stamp. They handle the rest—ATF forms, trust setup if needed, everything.

Suppressors in stock: CGS Hydra, Dead Air Sandman, Q Trash Panda line, Rugged suppressors, SilencerCo (made in the American West), Thunder Beast Arms (precision long-range specialists), YHM (affordable steel/titanium/Inconel options).

NRA-certified instructors teach Florida permitless carry law—the only class specifically covering current FL statute. Class includes:

• •1 hour climate-controlled classroom instruction
• •Live fire qualification with suppressed .22 (gun and ammo provided)
• •USCCA services presentation
• •Eye protection required (sunglasses work)

• •Cost: $50 | Call to register: 904-217-3623

Private classes available for groups of 6+. No refunds—rescheduling available up to 90 days out.

Reopened with $50 fee. Email first at [email protected]. They'll contact you within 24-48 hours of item arrival. Storage is $25/week if not picked up after notification.

2570 US 1, Unit A St. Augustine, FL 32086 (South of the 2nd entrance to St. Augustine South neighborhood, next to Frankie's Hair Salon—former Ace Firearms location)

• •Phone: 904-217-3623
• •Email: [email protected]

"You will get the tested knowledge from someone who has shot, dropped, rolled with the equipment and is honest whether you like it or not." — Their actual approach. No corporate BS, just shooters who've validated every product they sell.