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S3 Weaponworks
72 Emery St, Sanford, ME 04073, United States
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Review №1

Store has a friendly environment and reasonable prices for the most part. Not a huge selection when I was there but thats probably because guns really fly off shelves these days. Ill probably amend this review to a 5 star after Ive been there a few more times

Ar
Review №2

Very good experience with this shop and the owner John. Ordered my firearms online and had them sent to the store. Everything went smoothly and got a chance to talk with John. Very informative man who is deeply passionate about his work, a rather rare quality these days. I will continue to go to this shop for custom parts and will make sure to recommend them to everyone that I know. Thank you.

Mi
Review №3

John and his team are awesome. Just bought my wife a brand new Taurus G3C. They went over the weapon and how it works. They are my go to shop for weapons and ammo. They know their stuff and are always open to talk. Friendly and personable every time I go in. I would HIGHLY recommend S3 weaponworks to anyone looking for a new or used weapon or even for additions or service.

Jo
Review №4

Awesome gun shop, decent variety of firearms. Seems very family oriented which is cool. Had a decent assortment of ammo + magazines. Firearm selection was meh, but I understand with how things are going right now. Wish they had better display tags for pricing + what the firearm was. Dont want to bother them asking what each one was and its price as some didnt have tags.

Ja
Review №5

My experience with S3 began a couple years ago when I worked with John and his company as an intern. This experience was incredible with John teaching me how to perform almost all of the tasks that were in his day to day routine, from making sales and doing paperwork, to assembling firearms, and learning what to look for on used firearms that were being sold to the company or needed to be repaired. Based off of what I was taught, I now run a gun store in a different state. When the idea for custom AR lowers came across my desk, I immediately reached out to S3 to have the work done. While the order has taken longer than the initial time frame, John has kept me appraised of any and all delays that have occurred, many of the delays stemming from a high level of quality control that S3 has in place. I cannot recommend S3 highly enough as I am always confident that the product I need will be top notch and exactly what I was promised. Stop by his store to find out why S3 is Maines one stop gun shop.

Ji
Review №6

The best experience I’ve had with a gun shop! John helped me in jam a gun for me on the spot, dropped everything he was doing. These guys are friendly and full of knowledge.I enjoy going there, these guys are happy to see all their customers.I recommend that everyone stops by

Mi
Review №7

Great place to browse. Good selection of handguns. This visit did an internet transfer there with owner, John. Great guy, easy to deal with, very helpful. Very knowledgeable. Excellent stock of ammo for the new toy. Even had a good selection of the more difficult to find stuff. Looking forward to going back. Highly recommended.

Co
Review №8

Probably the best experience at a gun shop I have ever. There was a great selection of guns and ammo, and the staff is very knowledgeable. I will definitely be back and will highly recommend S3 Weaponworks to anyone in the market for a firearm. Thank you John and staff for the smooth and easy purchase.

fr
Review №9

First time at this store but not the last. The owner John Mohr was very knowledgeable. I definitely will be back.

Wa
Review №10

Awesome shop. Hope to see it grow even more. Glad it has new ownership. Knowledgeable, super friendly and helpful. Goes above and beyond.

De
Review №11

Owner very nice gave fun safety demonstration on how to be safe where I never owed a hand gun. Liked the gun I was picking up and traded for a gun and ammo worth more than what I bought

ia
Review №12

Nice shop, reasonably priced ammo available and in stock, lots of quality tools on display, theyre helpful and knowledgeable. Even got a few free targets for date night with the wife 😘.

Mi
Review №13

Very nice selection of various guns. Owner knows what he is talking about on everything in his store. Quick and friendly staff! Highly recommend!

Al
Review №14

Had an ar build that had a botched paint job and was desperate for some help getting it fixed up. John at S3 assured me that he could make it look great again and man he DID NOT disappoint. Awesome guy, fantastic work, extremely fast turnaround time. Great experience all around. Thank you very much S3!

Ru
Review №15

They had just the ammo I need for my old colt, grate and friendly environment. Definitely a repeat customer.

Na
Review №16

Came in to get a front site put on my P226... was in and out in about 15 minutes. Great friendly service.

Ky
Review №17

Best little gun shop in Maine. John the owner is a great guy and willing to help you out, I am new to all this and He has taken his time to explain alot of things I didnt understand. He is willing to go above and beyond to help you out! Dont just take my word, check it out for yourself

Cr
Review №18

Brad and John helped me with obtaining a lower for my AR build. John is running a solid operation and made it clear that he loves taking care of our Veterans. I am looking forward to doing more business with S3 in the future. Thank you gents.

Mi
Review №19

I went in for a repair on my pistol. The staff was very helpful and repaired my weapon while I waited. I have not had better service since I was in the 8th Infantry! Great job, nice people. Shop and buy with confidence.

Ka
Review №20

Really friendly and helpful they have awesome stuff for good price and if they dont have something you want they can get if for you way better then all the other gun store around so help them out and stop buy support your local business

Em
Review №21

I have had nothing but great service there. Have had several interactions and so far all were great. Competitive prices. Even had a custom build that came out amazing.

B
Review №22

I am very satisfied with my experience at S3 Weaponworks. I am a first time gun owner and I felt very comfortable and confident that I was getting the best service. The owners son helped us and was extremely knowledgeable. He answered all of our questions and was thoughtful in recommending a weapon that would not only be good for us as first time owners but also a weapon that would be right for both my husband and myself.I plan to go back. The entire staff was friendly and accommodating.

ch
Review №23

Welcoming atmosphere, easy and smooth purchase. Will definitely return for future business. Custom work looked impressive as well.

br
Review №24

These guys are absolutely awesome, so helpful, they set me up with the right firearm for what I was looking for at a great price, and when my apartment was robbed they were able to give me the information that I needed so that I could make my claim hassle free . I cannot say enough about how good these guys are, I will be going back there you can guarantee that. I highly recommend them, anyone that wants to purchase a firearm, do so through S3 weapon works, they are amazing

Pa
Review №25

The owner is a great guy, really nice and easy going hes willing to help you out in anyway possible and will help you find what youre looking for if he doesnt have it he can order it for you or build it, I recommend him to anyone. I will definitely be going back!! Thank you!

Al
Review №26

We had a great experience at S3 Weaponworks! The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. The shop was very busy when we went, but they still had no problem answering all of our questions and helping us find exactly what we needed. They were also so patient and kind to our kids! I highly recommend this place!

an
Review №27

Awesome experience today. Very helpful staff. It was very busy today and I had no problem getting help and all of my questions answered. Very friendly with my kids too. I highly recommend this business. The prices are all great too.

Ad
Review №28

S3 Weaponworks was a great help in locating and helping me purchase a specific firearm I was looking for. They were also able to save me more than $200 compared to other local dealers. I would recommend their shop to anyone looking to buy, customise, or service any firearm.

Ry
Review №29

John and the guys down at S3 were great and very informative in helping me decide on a purchase. Got to take my .223 wylde out today that they built and had a blast! Definitely look forward to purchasing more through S3 down the road. Exceptional customer service. Go see these guys if you haven’t already!!!Originally posted this two weeks ago but didn’t post due to Google disabling reviews.

Ry
Review №30

John and the guys down at S3 were great and very informative in helping me decide on a purchase. Got to take my .223 wylde out today that they built and had a blast! Definitely look forward to purchasing more through S3 down the road. Exceptional customer service. Go see these guys if you haven’t already!!!

Ch
Review №31

First time in yesterday and I must say the owner and his son were great knowledgeable people..I bought 2 firearms from them for a great deal..I have found my place to buy firearms..Definitely my go to shop from now on..I highly recommend

Dr
Review №32

Very knowledgeable and friendly. Best prices, well below msrp. The gun i bought goes for $150-$200 more than I got it for. Will definitely return.

Li
Review №33

Ive gone to S3 a number of times now and John & co. have yet to steer me wrong. Very knowledgable and courteous. Both my major sidearm purchases have gone largely without a hitch.

Sh
Review №34

Very disappointed with S3. Horrific communication, dropped off a rifle for work to be done. Owner said parts were in stock and could have it done in 4 to 5 days. Rifle sat for just over a month with no progress done! No communication from owner on what was happening, short of me making multiple phone calls to the business inquiring on my rifles status to be met with excuses! If this is their businesses model they wont last long. Lost my business and cannot in good faith recommend them to anyone.

JA
Review №35

I went to John to get an exchange for a firearm.he was eager to help and willing to go the extra mile even when he didnt have to to help me walk away with what i wanted.good man great customer service. Will be back soon

Br
Review №36

I absolutely love everything about this shop. They are very knowledgeable about everything they have in stock and more and I highly recommend them with all you’re questions and/or needs.

Ju
Review №37

Supper friendly knows what they’re talking about best place around to get a firearm they will take care of you no problem

Na
Review №38

I would recommend this place to everyone I know. The guys in there are extremely knowledgeable and the owner is a stand up guy, he will take care of you. 5 stars I will be going there from now on

Le
Review №39

Great people always friendly. Have know John for quite a while very knowledgeable and willing to help

Jo
Review №40

Staff had loads of knowledge to share and always answers any of your questions, would go through them again

BO
Review №41

Extremely helpful staff, very friendly and knowledgeable! I will do all my business here from now on! Thank you for a great experience.

Ty
Review №42

Although the estimated time was off, the work done was incredible. I had a revolver Cerakoted and engraved. The owner is an awesome guy as well. Prices are great too.

An
Review №43

Great to deal with. They have a kiosk, makes processing a cinch!

Br
Review №44

Awesome customer service , friendly ,knowledgeable, and respectful. Really enjoyed my service and interaction I highly recommend ! Will definitely be doing more business with S3 Brian

Ja
Review №45

These guys know their stuff and theyre very friendly towards all of the customers.. My background check got delayed somewhat and they had no problem staying a little later than normal business hours until it got cleared up and I was on my way with my new firearm. I live over an hours drive from S3 Weaponworks but I plan on doing all of my business through them from now on when it comes to buying from a shop. The prices are very fair and they will take care of you.

Al
Review №46

The owner is amazing very laid back! He made sure the gun was right for me and took time and effort to make sure I was satisfied! I will definitely be back!

Sc
Review №47

First visit, upon entering the nearly empty and disgustingly dirty store, after 5 minutes I was greeted by a boy. I asked about cerekote and he went out back. Five minutes later he came back out front and told me someone would be out to help. 15 minutes later there was a man whispering with the boy and totally ignored me standing there. This place is a joke! Dont waste your time going to a gun store with no guns and zero customer service. If I could rate it a zero I would!!

E
Review №48

I bought a .223 a couple months ago and I was very impressed,, especially for the price. Recently, I also had a lower receiver that I left with them for cerakote and even though John didnt have the obscure color I was looking for, he bought a bottle of it. The process ended up taking a few weeks-- I am still waiting on the upper receiver from another supplier so I cant even use the newly cerakoted lower yet and I tried to make sure it was clear I wasnt in a rush. When it wasnt finished the day John said it would be, he went very far out of his way to have it ready the next day, dropped the price and he even let me come in and watch him reassemble the lower receiver. The context and experience of seeing a professional re assemble a lower receiver alone was debatably worth the price I paid for the cerakote. He went out of his way to make good on his word despite the fact I was not in a rush and he definitely knows what hes talking about.** edit: upper finally came in and the cerakote seems to be matched flawlessley. Thanks again for everything, will definitely be back soon.

Kn
Review №49

Very nice, extremely personable service. The staff are knowledgeable and very willing to be helpful ensuring your experience is pleasant.

Jo
Review №50

Very nice gun shop! Should definitely come check it out.

Jo
Review №51

The best place to buy firearms around here. Very knowledgeable staff and great customer service!!! Stop in, you wont be disappointed

Ja
Review №52

The owner is super nice gave me a deal on a stock install

Jo
Review №53

Quick and Easy! Amazing service!

He
Review №54

Always very knowledgeable and professional!

Aa
Review №55

Great Service, Very Helpful and will be going again. Definitely Recommend

Da
Review №56

Just got an overpriced box of 9mm that was missing 7 rounds from the box... Concerning

Ra
Review №57

Went by today pick up a lower, these guys are great would recommend anyone who want good service thanks

Ja
Review №58

One of the best experiences my grandson and I have had. The guys are real and down to earth.

dr
Review №59

Shop is amazing. Great deals you guys rock🤘

Ad
Review №60

Personable and great knowledge. Great prices.

Ri
Review №61

Owner is a very nice guy, prices seem to be about what you would pay on gunbroker or at KTP. Inventory not super extensive as they are still building up. It is great to see a new gunshop in town. Very laid back atmosphere and the owner did a great job cleaning up the shop. I do miss when Phil ran it, but those days are gone. Gripes are that it cost me $75 to ship a gun to another FFL. Was told that UPS charged him $55 and his fee was $20. I shouldve checked somewhere else first. My fault. My only other gripe (more of a pet peeve) is the owner uses the slide release on empty pistols to slam them back into battery instead of riding the slide closed. It has always seemed like poor etiquette to do with other peoples firearms. Its a cool place to visit if youre in the market for a new firearm or want to get into the NFA game, in a country that is quickly running out of actual gun shops you can walk into. Be ready Be vigilant!

Am
Review №62

Friendly, helpful and extremely knowledgeable!

Ra
Review №63

Went in with a hopless barrle nut. Not only did they get it off. They also put my new hand guard on for a great price. They were vary knowledgeable and didnt mind answering questions. Hidden treasure.

Al
Review №64

Super helpful, awesome price. Had that old time gun shop vibe, will definitely be returning to them, Ford several different thing.

Da
Review №65

I have never had better customer service in any shop I have ever been in. Outstanding. This has become the primary gun store on my list.

Tr
Review №66

These guys know their stuff. Tastefully and professionally done cerakote and laser stippling work. They also have their FFL 02/07, so if you need Class 3 gear, they can help. Lots of pre owned pistols to choose from. Their prices are also competitive and fair. My only suggestion, which I mentioned to John (the owner) would be to inquire with SilencerShop as to the ability to obtain one of their kiosks.Good luck to you guys!

Jo
Review №67

The owner is doing a great job in bringing the store back to life. Inventory is coming back. He sells suppressors, Glocks (several varriations, some harder to find), and used guns as well. He does cerakote and sandblasting in the back, as well as most gunsmithing work on handguns and rifles.Absolutely recommend going here for all your firearm needs. He also does gun safety and training classes.

Ka
Review №68

Amazing company!

Be
Review №69

Local 2nd amendment

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  • Address:72 Emery St, Sanford, ME 04073, United States
  • Site:http://www.s3weaponworks.com/
  • Phone:+1 207-850-1230
Categories
  • Gun shop
  • Firearms academy
  • Self defense school
Working hours
  • Monday:11AM–7PM
  • Tuesday:11AM–7PM
  • Wednesday:11AM–7PM
  • Thursday:11AM–7PM
  • Friday:10AM–6PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:11AM–7PM
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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