Gunsmithing Services

Founded in 2003 by Charles Dorrance, Sportsman's Finest has grown from a specialty firearms shop into a full-service outdoor retail hub. Located at the corner of Bee Cave Road and Highway 71, the store now carries firearms, optics, fly-fishing gear, tactical equipment, apparel, and accessories—all curated by people who actually use this stuff.

Current owners Tres and Alison Frey are multi-generation Austin natives who hunt whiteail in Llano, redfish along the Texas Coast, and regularly pursue big game across North America. Their expertise isn't theoretical—it's earned in the field.

Stockpiles include SIG SAUER, Smith & Wesson, Springfield Armory, Heckler and Koch, Nighthawk, Atlas, and Staccato 2011 pistols. Modern rifle brands like Christianson Arms and Bergara cover hunting applications. Strong inventory of Benelli, Caesar Guerini, and Blaser Jagdwaffen shotguns for upland, dove, duck, and quail hunting.

They build rifles to spec using precision actions, quality barrels, bottom metal, optics, and triggers tailored to your application. Whether you need a long-range hunting setup, competition-ready platform, or backcountry build, they handle the entire process.

• •Certified gunsmith staff on-site
• •Custom precision rifle builds
• •Specialty gunsmith work
• •NFA Class III and suppressor services (with lawyer partners for trusts)
• •Firearm transfers
• •Certified appraisal services
• •Safety and compliance consulting

Dedicated section with Noveske, SIG Sauer, and Heckler and Koch carbines in stock.

• •Rods & Reels: Abel, Hatch, Lamson, Ross, R.L. Winston, Sage, TRO

• •Apparel & Brands: Simms, Orvis, Filson, Sitka, plus local favorites like Howler Brothers, Yeti, Sendero Provisions Co., and Turtle Box Audio.

• •Fly Tying: Materials, vises, and Tuesday night fly-tying classes at 6:30 PM led by expert fishermen.

• •Accessories: Waders, boots, bags, packs, hats, eyewear, watches, knives, and lifestyle gear for the outdoor lifestyle.

Partnered with renowned local guides like JT Van Zandt and Jim Breck Bean. Sportsman's Finest handles procurement and logistics for hunting and fishing trips across Texas and beyond.

Active supporters of: - Coastal Conservation Association (CCA) - Texas Wildlife Association - The Wild Sheep Foundation

Tres is actively pursuing the Grand Slam of Sheep—already bagged a Rocky Mountain sheep in British Columbia (2024), with Dall sheep in Northwest Canada and Desert sheep in the Diablo Mountains planned. He's aiming to finish the Grand Slam with a Stone Sheep in the Yukon (2026).

"We are expert provisioners. We carry high-quality traditional brands but are also excited to offer great local brands. We work with partners in the firearms industry to bring a wide variety of solutions." — Tres Frey

Their staff is built on expertise and passion. Every team member is an avid outdoorsman or woman. They don't just sell gear—they advise based on real-world experience.

• •Monday–Saturday: 10 AM – 6 PM
• •Sunday: Closed

• •Address: 12434 Bee Cave Road, Austin, TX 78738
• •Phone: (512) 263-1888
• •Email: [email protected]