Lakeshore Tackle and Firearms

Aaron Sybesma started Lakeshore Guns in 2007 with one goal: follow his passion for firearms and serve West Michigan shooters right. What began as mostly fishing tackle has grown into one of Michigan's largest independent gun dealers. Today they stock over 1,000 new and used firearms across a 4,000 sq ft retail location in Saugatuck.

• •Note: The Saugatuck location is closing December 20th. Lakeshore Guns will reopen in Holland in February 2026. Until then, email [email protected] for sales inquiries.

Lakeshore Guns is the largest buyer of used firearms in West Michigan. They don't just handle single gun sales. They regularly purchase collections of 150+ firearms and travel across the country to evaluate and buy large collections. They've got references available if you're sitting on a serious collection.

• •Ship for free. Once you agree on a price, Lakeshore sends you a prepaid shipping box with detailed instructions. They cover all shipping costs.
• •Get paid fairly. Owner Aaron Sybesma has 20+ years in retail firearms. Prices are based on current market conditions and a network of past sales data. No games.
• •Federally licensed. All paperwork happens online. Any buyer who purchases your firearm must pass a federal background check—your info stays private.
• •Quick turnaround. Fill out their submission form, include photos showing condition and any wear, and expect a response fast.

• •All types of quality firearms (modern or antique)
• •Military arms
• •Hunting rifles
• •Custom fabrications
• •Collector's items and rare guns

Guns cannot be altered or modified, and serial numbers cannot be removed.

Lakeshore Guns handles estate appraisals, insurance valuations, and collection assessments. They're trusted by Michigan law firms including Varnum, Warner, Norcross, and Judd.

Why you might need an appraisal: - Estate planning - Insurance coverage - Legal compliance - Sales and resale - Collectible investments - Tax purposes

They assess everything from antique treasures to modern firearms, military arms, hunting rifles, and custom builds.

They also stock silencers, ammunition, and rare collector items.

Lakeshore Guns partners with West Michigan Concealed Carry for Concealed Pistol License training. Ryan Veenman, an NRA certified pistol instructor and Lakeshore Guns employee, runs the program. His instructors include current and former law enforcement.

• •Cost: $110 (includes range fees)

What you cover: - Firearm safety and pistol knowledge - Selecting a self-defense or home defense firearm - Ammunition and defense ammo selection - Basic defensive pistol skills (shooting from cover, concealment, drawing) - Clearing jams - Avoiding criminal attack and controlling violent confrontations - Mindset, responding to attack, and aftermath - All Michigan concealed carry laws and deadly force laws

• •Range component: 3 hours of hands-on instruction with laser blow-back trainers and your actual firearm (or rental).

You need: - Pistol and 50 rounds of ammo (or rent for $30—includes ammo) - Hearing and eye protection - Light snack or lunch - Paper and pen

• •Cost: $200 individual / $300 for a pair (spouses, parent/child, friends)

Customized to your home defense plan. Morning classroom work, afternoon force-on-force training with lasers and airsoft. Includes one-on-one time if you need firearm fundamentals.

"We are not in this for a one time sale, it is our desire to earn your business for years to come. Knowledge, selection, and value are the fuel that have propelled our business."

They source inventory strategically, price competitively, and hire staff who actually know firearms. The goal: be the place West Michigan shooters think of first—whether buying, selling, or training.

• •Current location (closing Dec 20): 6398 Blue Star Highway, Saugatuck, MI 49453
• •Phone: (269) 857-2248
• •Email: [email protected]
• •GunBroker store: Online sales available

• •New Holland location opens February 2026 – details coming soon on their Facebook page.