About Us

Our Story

The Defenders Armory story began as most small businesses, a couple of friends, having a dream to start a business that fills a need in the community. That dream started in 2018 in a small, 750 sq.ft. storefront with only $75,000 in inventory and one full time employee. We knew very little about running a retail business. What we did know was how we felt going into a cold, unfriendly gun shop and seeing the same old inventory at unreasonable prices. Probably because we didn’t know that much about running a business, we focused on what we did know, such as treating our customers as family, offering fair prices and stocking the super cool stuff that we never saw in any other local shop. Within the first few months we decided we needed a slogan. We chose, “When Second Place is Not an Option!”

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Much to our surprise, it worked, and our customer base grew and grew each month. As our sales grew, we made a choice to reinvest every penny of profit back into the shop and continued to seek out and stock the coolest and most desirable inventory such as Staccato’s, Nighthawk Customs, Taran Tactical and Daniel Defense. By the end of our second year of business, we had an inventory of over a $1,000,000.00 and over 10,000 repeat customers. It soon became obvious that we needed a larger location. So, in 2020 our quest began to find the new home of Defenders Armory. Listening to our customers suggestions of what they wanted in a new shop, we kept hearing over and over the desire for a state-of-the-art shooting range. After realizing that no existing building satisfied our need for quality, space and location, in 2022 we purchased the last piece of open land by the new casino and began the long process of planning, designing and constructing a new 14,000 sq ft, state-of-the art retail location and shooting range. Wanting the best shooting experience for our customers and members, we enlisted the expertise of Range Systems for the shooting lanes, retrievers, ballistic walls and backstop and Carey Small Arms Range Ventilation for the most pleasant shooting experience in the industry. Our 12 lanes of 25 yards include one of the only 180 degree shooting experiences in Pennsylvania. We offer a wide range of membership options for every budget and every skill level. The facility has two full size classrooms for educational training and private events. The new, highly expanded retail shop continues to stock the best of the best as well as a full selection of products for every budget while still being cool!

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At Defenders Armory, we are proud of our past and excited for our future., As we approach every new day, our mission continues, to provide a safe, welcoming, and educational environment for families and individuals of all skill levels to learn about responsible gun ownership and improve their shooting skills. We are committed to fostering a community-oriented atmosphere where respect for firearms and the law is paramount. Our knowledgeable staff offers expert advice and training to all skill levels, ensuring that every visitor, new or old, leaves more informed and more confident in their abilities than when they arrived. We strive each and every day to promote safety, sportsmanship, and family bonding through our comprehensive range of products and services. Most importantly, while we continue to improve and evolve, we never forget where we came from and what created our success, our loyal customers and the belief that everyone through our doors is a member of the Defenders Armory Family.

We Welcome you to the newly expanded Defenders Armory,

Where Second Place is Not an Option!

Community Support

At Defenders Armory, we believe in giving back to the community that supports us. Our dedication goes beyond providing top-tier products and services; we’re actively involved in local initiatives, support community events, and strive to make a positive impact. Together, we build a stronger, safer, and more connected community.