WJS Guns
WJS Guns operates as a complete firearms resource in Merritt Island, Florida, combining retail sales, professional gunsmithing, firearms training, and transfer services under one roof. They carry inventory from industry manufacturers including Glock, Sig Sauer, Colt, Mossberg, Ruger, Smith & Wesson,...
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WJS Guns operates as a complete firearms resource in Merritt Island, Florida, combining retail sales, professional gunsmithing, firearms training, and transfer services under one roof. They carry inventory from industry manufacturers including Glock, Sig Sauer, Colt, Mossberg, Ruger, Smith & Wesson, and Savage Arms.
Firearms & Ammunition - Major brand handguns, rifles, and shotguns - Davidson's Gallery of Guns dealer (lifetime replacement guarantee) - Law enforcement pricing available with proper credentials - Extensive ammunition selection with expert guidance on caliber selection - Body armor
NFA Class III Items - Suppressors - Short-barrel rifles (SBRs) - Short-barrel shotguns (SBS) - Powered by Silencer Shop with in-store kiosk for digital fingerprints and photos
Same-day kiosk service available for NFA transfers—speeds up Form 4 processing significantly.
Firearms Transfers - FFL inbound transfers: $40 (long guns or handguns) + $25 per additional firearm - NFA Class III transfers: $75 - Private party transfers: $30 per party (in-store only) - ATF Form 4 preparation and submission: $25 - Silencer Shop kiosk: $40 (waived if silencers purchased through WJS)
Professional Gunsmithing
WJS offers a full range of gunsmithing services on a first-come, first-served basis:
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| Quick-Clean (field strip, clean, lube, safety check) | $45–75 |
| Sonic Cleaning (complete disassembly, sonic bath) | $65–95 |
| Sight installation (single) | $25 |
| Sight installation (pair) | $40 |
| Red dot/reflex mount (with boresight) | $75–125 |
| Precision scope mount (base, rings, optic) | $125–175 |
| Muzzle device installation | $75–150 |
| AR upper build | $150–250 |
| AR lower build | $125–225 |
| AR trigger installation | $50 |
| Striker fire pistol trigger kit | $75–125 |
| Hammer fire trigger job | $150 |
| Action job (polishing/honing) | $125 |
| Headspace & safety check | $50 |
| Test fire | $35 |
Shop rate: $65/hour minimum half-hour charge. All test-firing uses factory-loaded non-steel core ammunition only.
Training & Certification
WJS Guns offers comprehensive firearms education from basic safety to advanced tactical scenarios:
- •Concealed Carry Classes ($65) — Meets all Florida CCW permit education requirements. Two-week turnaround for permit after application to Brevard County Tax Collector's Office
- •Basic Pistol Shooting (6 hours) — Fundamentals, safety, ammunition knowledge, includes range time and ammo
- •Basic Rifle Shooting (8 hours) — Safety, rifle operation, multiple shooting positions, cleaning
- •Defensive Shooting & Home Protection — Handgun defense strategies, self-defense law, confrontation response
- •Personal Protection Inside the Home — Advanced course on home defense tactics and legal self-defense
- •NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home (14 hours) — Concealed carry tactics, holster options, situational awareness
- •NRA Refuse to be a Victim Seminar — Crime prevention and personal safety mindset training
- •Countering the Mass Shooter Threat — Threat evaluation and community protection strategies
- •NRA Range Safety Officer (RSO) — Certification for range personnel
- •Emergency First Aid Fundamentals — Tourniquets, trauma response, life-saving techniques
- •Hand to Hand Defensive Skills — Gun retention, defense against knives and weapons
- •Force on Force Training — Real-scenario training with training ammunition and thinking opponents
WJS provides detailed ammunition selection guidance for concealed carry and home defense. Their ammo guide covers:
Top Concealed Carry Calibers: - 9mm Luger — Best capacity and control balance (10–15+ rounds) - .40 S&W — Higher energy, snappier recoil (9–13 rounds) - .45 ACP — Powerful option, lower capacity (6–10 rounds) - .380 ACP — Compact carry option
Recommended Defense Ammunition: - Fort Scott TUI - Federal HST - Speer Gold Dot - Hornady Critical Defense - Winchester PDX1
Home Defense Options: - 12ga shotgun with 00 buckshot (devastating close-range power) - AR-15 in .223/5.56 NATO (low recoil, high capacity) - 20ga shotgun for lower recoil alternative
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wednesday–Friday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Address: 2137 N Courtenay Parkway, Suite 24, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Phone: (321) 735-9842
Online: Shop 24/7 at their webstore. Davidson's Gallery of Guns and Silencer Shop kiosk services also available online.
WJS offers law enforcement pricing on firearms with proper credentials: - Sworn or Retired Police Officers - Active Duty or Military Reserve - Retired Military with credential - Firefighters - Licensed EMTs/Paramedics - State licensed security guards - Court judges - Parole/probation officers - Corrections officers - District attorneys
Call (321) 735-9842 for pricing and availability.
"Total Awesome & Knowledgeable group of people. Great Store & Customer Service! A++++" — Gretchen Laiuppa
"Very friendly staff, they treat you just like family. I don't like shopping at corporate stores." — Paul Hugin
"WJS is the absolute best place for all your gun needs! Bill and Troy are awesome!" — Katrina Lower-Rupe
Customers consistently mention knowledgeable staff, competitive pricing, large inventory, and willingness to help find exactly what you need.