Allison & Carey Gunworks

Allison & Carey Gunworks Inc sits at 17311 SE Stark St in Portland and has built a solid reputation for turning around firearm repairs fast and doing them right. This isn't a high-volume gun store—it's a shop where gunsmiths actually work on your gun.

• •Custom gunsmithing and firearm modifications
• •Repair and restoration work
• •Remington Authorized Repair Center (Pacific Northwest only)
• •Trigger recalls and manufacturer-specific work
• •Free float conversions and handguard/gas block upgrades
• •Cosmetic refinishing
• •Firearm consultations for first-time buyers

"They called me the next day and said my gun was ready for pickup." — Craig Gardner

The standout thing about A&C is turnaround time. Jobs that other shops quote at weeks get done in hours. Multiple customers mention dropping off firearms expecting 3-4 weeks and getting calls within 45 minutes to a day saying the work is complete. One Seattle customer drove 2 hours to Portland for a Remington trigger recall, had it done (plus a picatinny rail installed) while running errands, and drove home same day.

Inside, it's clean and organized—not cluttered or chaotic. Modern display cases mixed with practical workspace. The staff is knowledgeable and patient, especially with first-time gun buyers who want to understand how things work before committing to a purchase.

• •Phone: (503) 256-5166

One negative review mentions extended delays on a cosmetic repair job (quoted 3-4 weeks, took 2.5 months). The shop acknowledged the issue and eventually completed the work. Worth noting if you're dropping something off—call ahead about expected turnaround on your specific job.