Brownells

Brownells operates out of Grinnell, Iowa as a wholesale and retail firearms distributor serving shooters, gunsmiths, and manufacturers nationwide. Their inventory spans complete firearms, components, ammunition, reloading supplies, optics, and specialized gunsmithing tools—making them a one-stop resource for anyone building, maintaining, or upgrading firearms.

Firearms & Parts: - 490+ Smith & Wesson products including revolvers, semi-auto handguns, and rifles - 188 distinct Smith & Wesson models in inventory - Semi-auto rifles, bolt-action rifles, lever-action rifles, and shotguns - Complete handgun and rifle parts catalogs (receivers, barrels, triggers, stocks, grips, bolt carrier groups, etc.) - Suppressors (rifle, handgun, rimfire, shotgun models) - Magazines for all major platforms

Ammunition & Reloading: - Handgun ammunition (9mm Luger, .45 ACP, .40 S&W, .380 ACP, .38 Special, etc.) - Rifle ammunition (5.56 NATO, .308 Winchester, .223 Remington, 6.5 Creedmoor, .30-06 Springfield, .300 Blackout) - Rimfire ammunition (.22 LR, .22 WMR, .17 HMR) - Shotgun ammunition (12, 20, 28 gauge and .410 bore) - Complete reloading press systems and accessories - Reloading dies (rifle and handgun specific) - Brass, bullets, powder, and primers - Case cleaning and prep equipment (tumblers, trimmers, chamfer tools, flash hole tools) - Powder handling tools (scales, measures, tricklers, funnels) - Shotshell reloading supplies

Optics: - Rifle scopes and scope accessories - Scope rings and mounts (bases, rings, mounting tools) - Red dot sights and magnifiers - Night vision and thermal optics - Binoculars and spotting scopes - Rangefinders and range cameras - Laser sights

Tools & Gunsmithing: - Bore and barrel tools (lapping, bore lights, bore scopes, reamers) - General gunsmith tool kits and screwdriver sets - Rifle, handgun, and shotgun-specific tools - Action and frame tools, gun disassembly tools - Sighting tools and staking tools - Paint and metal prep (bluing, abrasives, polishing) - Complete gun cleaning kits and supplies

Tactical Gear & Range Accessories: - Flashlights and tactical gear - Holsters and holster belts - Plate carriers and chest rigs - Shooting rests and bipods/monopods - Range bags and brass catchers - Chronographs and shot timers - Target stands, paper targets, steel targets, and reactive targets - Safety equipment (ear protection, shooting glasses, first aid kits)

Brownells regularly offers significant discounts on Smith & Wesson products—currently up to 45% off on select items. They feature active manufacturer rebates on 141+ Smith & Wesson products, making this a price-competitive source for popular firearms. Prices range from budget ammunition to premium precision equipment.

Beyond retail, Brownells operates as a knowledge platform: - Trigger Times content (how-to videos and guides) - How-to guides for AR-15 builds, pistol maintenance, shotgun maintenance, rifle maintenance - Gunsmithing schools and armorer courses - SmythBusters video series testing equipment and techniques - Daily Defense season content on self-defense application - Gun schematics for common platforms (Glock, 1911, AR-15, Ruger 10/22, etc.) - Reloading guides and precision shooting content

With 490 S&W products spanning 188 models, Brownells maintains deep stock:

Brownells operates primarily as an online retailer with a physical retail store location in Grinnell. They offer: - Sort by price, brand, customer rating, and product type - Filter by stock status, "Made in USA," rebate eligibility, and new items - Email subscriber discounts (10% off first order + $100 new subscriber bonus) - Gift cards and catalog requests - FFL locator tool to find licensed dealers for transfer requirements - International shipping to select countries

Founded on the principle of supporting DIY gunsmiths and shooters, Brownells combines retail sales with extensive educational content. Their catalog approach—selling individual components, complete build kits, and finished firearms—means you can either buy ready-to-go or customize to your specifications. The $0 hazmat fee promotions and rebate programs suggest an aggressive approach to moving volume on high-margin items like ammunition and primers.

"Smith & Wesson, established in 1852, is a leading American firearms manufacturer with a broad range of product categories. The company is well-known for its revolvers, semi-automatic pistols, and rifles."

Brownells maintains inventory depth across S&W's entire lineup, making them a reliable source for both new releases and discontinued models.