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Simply the BEST

Coates Guns is the best shop in the business. Fast and friendly service, unique and common firearms, great prices and expert advice from the owner. The atmosphere is unmatched by any gun shop. Always a pleasure spending my money at a place that appreciates the business.

JJ
October 21, 2022

WoW!

Coates Guns is THE most squared away gun store I have ever visited! You simply MUST stop in and see this place!

Mr. Smith - Iowa
August 27, 2022

Exceptional service, Great prices and a clean well organized shop

This shop is a hidden Gem. Ive never felt judged or rushed. Honest answers to my questions. Casey will take care of you. Great prices and Exceptional service. It has a very modern feel yet small town family atmosphere. I enjoy this shop so much I drove an hour and a half to get there. Please support our veterans!!

Christian B
September 29, 2020

Online purchase

Found Coates Guns Store while searching the internet for a 450 Bushmaster Wolverine Savage Model 10/110. Most searches came to a disappointing end —out of stock—or priced too high for my budget. Fortunately for me, I found Coates Guns Shop on line.; not only did they have the rifle I had been searching for in stock, they also offered it a a very good price.
I contacted Casey, owner, to confirm the rifle was indeed in stock and he informed me that it was available for purchase. He informed to place my order online. I made the purchase on Tuesday, May 12, and to my surprise, the rifle was shipped the same day. Additionally, I picked up the rifle today, in Georgia, just two days after the purchase date
Finally, I have purchased several firearms online from a multiple dealers and I must say that the service provided by Coates Guns Shop has been the absolute best! I highly recommend Casey, his shipping team, and Coates Guns for your next purchase. Thanks again, Jim

Jim Brown
May 14, 2020

Great Experience!

Everything about the purchase went perfectly. Great communication, great shipping speed and great products. Thanks to the Coates Guns Team!

Daniel V
December 3, 2019

Fast Service

First time I purchased from Coates Guns, and surly not my last. Had what I wanted at a fair price. No problems here. What’s there not to like . Thanks!

D Vedros
November 30, 2019

Savage Model 12 .204

This was the best deal on a rifle a person could get, from very good price to a fine person to deal with. I will keep this company at the head of my list when I am looking for another firearm. Thanks Very Much Casey!

Frank T.
November 16, 2019

One of the best!

Purchased a Mossberg 590M. Great price, fast shipping and most of all the correct order! I can’t ask for more than that and Coates Guns will be one of my first stops when looking for the next “need”!

Harlan
October 9, 2019

Very Happy

Best service ever for an internet gun purchase.  My Radian Lower was payed for @11:00.  By 12:00 Casey had everything verified and good to go ready for shipping.  Three days later it was sitting at my FFL ready for pick-up.  Will definitely use Coates Guns in the future whenever I can. All the testimonials are true by the way.  I can’t believe I finally got a Radian lower receiver.  I can’t thank Casey at Coates Guns Enough.  I have been trying to get that lower for months and when Coates sent me the in stock notice I jumped on it.  Thanks again Casey.

Jose Munoz
October 5, 2019

Great Service

When ordering, I was not sure if the product was new or used and expressed my concern in an email.  I received an immediate reply from the owner.  He confirmed that the product was new and asked if he should proceed with the transaction.  It was reassuring to know that he was willing to cancel the order.

Giovanni Zeppetelli
September 18, 2019

Great Experience!

I received the Norinco MAK-90 today and I’m very happy with my purchase.  This rifle appears brand new – literally – and the adding of the tactical furniture looks like it was done by a professional, thank you very much.  I like it so much that if you get another one in with wood or not please contact me for an additional sale!

Norm P
July 1, 2019

Best customer service and fast shipping!

Casey, two thumbs up! I’ve never ordered a rifle on the 14 and had it in my hand’s by the 16. Other FFL’s should follow this example of awesome customer service!! Purchased my first big bore rifle from Coates Guns. Answered all my questions with the online chat window. Rifle look’s great and I couldn’t be happier. Thanks for making this an easy transaction.

Jacen
March 17, 2019

You Won’t Find a Better Shop or Owner

I was introduced to Coates Guns a few years ago from a friend of mine I work with. Being as I live an hour away I was hesitant to make the drive initially as I’ve found most gun shop owners to be bad tempered and lacking in basic people skills. I’ve also found most gun shops to have a boring selection of basic hunting rifles and shotguns along with some cheap handguns and revolvers. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, but it doesn’t really blow my skirt up.

Upon arrival at Coates guns I met Casey, the owner. I found Casey to be very knowledgeable and extremely friendly. I was also pleased to learn that Casey is a Veteran. As a Veteran myself this is extremely appealing to me. How can you not support a Veteran owned business? Casey also stocks a wide variety of guns that you don’t see in most shops. SBR’s, subguns, long range rifles, and suppressors to name a few. Casey also has a Silencershop fingerprint Kiosk that makes purchasing a NFA item very effortless.

I’ve exchanged countless emails with Casey over the past few years, and he always makes time to answer my questions. I have purchased several firearms and some NFA items from Casey and even though it’s an hour to drive from me, and there are multiple shops within my vicinity I will continue to drive past them and do business with Casey. I enjoy doing business with him (if only the ATF would operate the way he runs his shop). I would encourage anyone reading this to do the same. As I stated in the heading you won’t find a better shop or owner.

Chase J
March 14, 2019

Excellent customer service!

I purchased a surplus Yugo SKS and am extremely happy with it. Casey is great to work with and promptly answered all questions I had prior to purchase. Shipping was quick and I have not had a smoother online firearm transaction. I highly recommend Coates Guns!

Andrew
February 14, 2019

Best small town gunshop in Iowa

Coates Guns is my favorite gunshop in Iowa. Casey has competitive prices and an amazing selection. I travel an hour each way to visit the store and Casey makes the trip worthwhile each time. If he doesn’t have what you are looking for in stock let him know and he will find it.

A Roseen
January 1, 2019

Glad I Found This Shop

Honest, easy to deal with. Would recommend Coates to anyone looking for a good person to deal with!

Bill G
December 21, 2018

A+ Service and Pricing

Just received my DDM4V7 via online order and it’s exactly as advertised. Great service, competitive price, and fast delivery to my local FFL. A+

John H.
July 28, 2018

FLAWLESS

Wow!!! That’s all I have to say… If you are looking for a trustworthy company to professionally and flawlessly process any firearm purchase, here they are!! No wonder their rating is 5 stars across the board. My experience was by far one of the best ones so far! Thank God I picked you guys…. Made it fast and easy!

Ronaldo G.
July 27, 2018

Smooth, fast transaction!

Smooth, fast transaction! Firearm exactly as described, shipped same day and arrived 2-days later. Great email communication with updates every step of the way. I will definitely shop here again. Outstanding online transaction. A+++++

John B
June 17, 2018

Great Owner, Worth Drive

Casey was super friendly, helpful and cared about getting me exactly what I wanted. Worth the drive!

John P
May 7, 2018

Great Service

Found Casey by accident & am glad I did. Great guy, knowledgeable, Lightning fast service, sells great weapons at a great price. Everything is pretty much done for you & you’ll have what you bought pronto. I’ve been using Casey for all of my purchases now. And he’s been totally honest. Can’t beat that.

Art
May 7, 2018

GREAT GUN SHOP

Casey is VERY knowledgeable. If he doesn’t have the product you want he can get it-and FAST. Worth the trip from anywhere in IOWA and surrounding areas to come to Corydon Iowa and see what Casey can do for you. Support our Vets and a local gun dealer. Customer service is unparalleled!

Brian
April 21, 2018

Professional, fast shipping, and great communication

I purchased a Beretta Cougar from Coates Guns a few weeks back and it is just as represented by the shop. They shipped it out fast and it was actually at my location shop in about 2 days which is really fast especially in late winter. Casey emailed me on the status and I knew where the gun was located even before my shop here knew.

Great little shop and I plan to make Coates Guns my local, home away from home, gun shop from now on.

I highly recommend and would do business with them again in the future without hesitation.

Great, great, great service.

Kevin M
April 3, 2018

First Class Gunshop!!

This is a first class shop and Casey is a first class guy!  I live in Des Moines (couple hours away) and have plenty of gun shop options to buy from, and I have driven here several times because of the excellent customer service and the way a customer is treated.  Easy to deal with and VERY fair!  I buy a fair amount of guns and would not hesitate to make the drive again!  You will not be unhappy if you give them a try, they’re worth the drive!

Jeff B
January 25, 2018

Fast Shipping & Impressive Service

Very impressed with the service from Coates Guns. The gun was shipped the day I ordered it. Shipping was fast and it arrived in a couple days. Casey was great to work with.
Jeff
November 29, 2017

Above and Beyond

Great service and great prices. He really goes above and beyond for his customers. He has gained my husband and I’s business for good.

Brianna H.
November 8, 2017

Can’t Say Enough

All the way from Des Moines bought a Sig silencer …… awesome experience and definitely recommend. Can’t say enough about this place, Corydon is lucky to have this place.

Justin A.
November 8, 2017

Fast Shipping

Excellent seller. Item exactly as described, fast shipping. Thank You.

Vladimir V
June 3, 2017

Open Late

Casey Coates is excellent to do business with! Great communications, he even stayed open and extra 15 minutes today so I could pick up my silencer today!

Dennis
May 21, 2017

Professional & Knowledgeable

Outstanding service and professionalism. Also very polite and knowledgeable. Had me in and out with my new silencers in no time at all. I highly recommend this shop if your in the market for a new silencer or firearm. I will definitely be doing plenty more business with them. Thanks! A+++

Budding
May 21, 2017

Excellent!

Excellent service! Highly recommend.

Nathan B
May 21, 2017

Great Seller!

Excellent seller. Item was exactly as decribed. Fast shipment. Do not hesitate to buy from! Thank you!

Richard W
April 21, 2017

Great Prices

Casey Coates has great prices, excellent communication with any questions, overall excellent to deal with!

Dennis
April 21, 2017

Very Organized

Casey the owner is excellent to deal with. He has always had everything organized and read to go when I get there and quick to answer any questions that I might have!

Dennis
April 19, 2017

Thanks!

Great service!

Josh K
April 13, 2017

I’ll Be Back!

Most knowledgeable suppressor dealer in Iowa. Will buy my next suppressor from Casey.

Ryan H
April 12, 2017

Very Fast Transfer

Form 3 was filed right away and quick to ship. Casey was quick to answer questions before and after my order.

Brett B
February 21, 2017

Accurate & Quick

Accurate item description, good packing , and quick shipment. This transaction was very smooth , and very professional. Thank you ! I really appreciate it !

Mark H
November 23, 2016

Good Knowledge

Casey is very knowledgeable about suppressors and how to acquire them.

Bryan C
August 12, 2016

Great Experience!

Casey is knowledgeable, helpful and very good to work with!!

Deana V
April 26, 2016

Good Business!

Excellent communication and item was very quickly shipped. This is the way to do business!

Gary I
April 23, 2016

Long Time Customer

Casey has always been helpful and has done everything he could to assist me in getting what I’m looking for.

Dave E
January 18, 2016

Great Family Business

Coates Guns has assisted many in my family… From the new gun owner to the experienced shooter. Keep up the great work. Thanks Mike and Casey. Always enjoyed chatting with Chris as well.

Dustin H
December 8, 2015

Shipped Very Fast

Excellent transaction, great item with quick delivery, A plus in my book.

Chase R
November 1, 2015

Perfect!

Casey handled transaction perfectly and professionally….I recommend highly….Firearm was in perfect shape and shipped ASAP…..Thanks again Casey….Steve

Steve R
February 27, 2015

Highly Recommended

Great seller. Communications were excellent, shipping was fast and the gun was just as described. Would highly recommend this seller. Thanks.

Dave M
September 28, 2014

Honest & Friendly

Item as described – Super fast shipper – Great communications – Honest, friendly, professional seller 5 STAR — I look forward to dealing w/Casey again!!!!

M Hamilton
August 25, 2014

Great Selection!

Great service and a great product line up. We will be back

Jory D
August 2, 2014