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Rhino First Arms
FL
•Rhino First Arms takes its name from 1st Platoon C Co. ("Charlie Airborne"), an Army airborne unit stationed at Ft. Wainwright, Alaska in the mid-to-late 1980s. The owner was handpicked by SFC Williamson to join "The Rhinos"—2nd Brigade, 6th Infantry Division (Light). That military legacy shaped the...
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Rhino First Arms takes its name from 1st Platoon C Co. ("Charlie Airborne"), an Army airborne unit stationed at Ft. Wainwright, Alaska in the mid-to-late 1980s. The owner was handpicked by SFC Williamson to join "The Rhinos"—2nd Brigade, 6th Infantry Division (Light). That military legacy shaped the company's core value: maintaining a level of excellence worthy of the name.
This is a custom gun shop, not a high-volume retail operation. They specialize in three platforms:
- •Glocks – Custom builds and customization of existing models
- •AR-15s – Full builds and upgrades including AR pistols
- •1911s – Custom 1911 builds and modifications
Every build is made to order. If you have a specific vision, they'll execute it.
| Service | Details |
|---|---|
| Custom Builds | Full-spec builds on Glock, AR, or 1911 platforms |
| Customization | Upgrade existing firearms to your specs |
| Stippling | Grip texture work on pistols |
| Engraving | Custom engraving on select items |
| Gun Sourcing | Special order firearms through four major national distributors |
| Gun Transfers | FFL transfer services |
| Lay Away | Financing options available |
| Trade-Ins | Accept trade-ins on custom builds |
| Consignment Sales | Sell your used firearms through them |
Their Instagram (@rhinofirstarms) showcases completed projects. Portfolio pieces include:
- •Day of the Dead themed Glock 19
- •"Megatron" Sig Sauer P365
- •Punisher-themed builds
- •Viking G19
- •Black Mamba P365
- •Custom AR9 builds ("Dead Orbit" model)
- •Stormtrooper P365
- •Ford-themed Glock 19
- •Restoration work on vintage firearms (Ruger cylinder restoration example took a full week)
They also work with 80% lower receivers for custom AR builds.
Guns are sourced by special order through four major national distributors, giving them access to a wide range of inventory without warehouse overhead. This means:
- •Faster turnaround on popular models
- •Access to brands and configurations you specify
- •No artificial markup on in-stock pricing
Authorized Laugo Alien Dealer – Rhino First Arms is an official authorized dealer of Laugo Alien pistols. Contact them for pricing and availability.
By Appointment Only
This isn't a walk-in shop. The by-appointment model means:
- •Dedicated time with the builder
- •No waiting or time pressure
- •They can focus fully on your project
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Hours: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. EST
- •Special Accommodations: Will arrange later appointments with 24 hours notice if needed.
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Contact: roly @ rhinofirst.com
Rhino First Arms actively supports Second Amendment advocacy organizations. They've donated custom firearms to fundraising efforts for legal challenges against regulatory overreach—including support for Firearms Policy Coalition's litigation against the ATF.
They're not a volume dealer churning out builds. Every project gets attention to detail. The military background shapes their approach—precision, accountability, and a standard of excellence worth maintaining.