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Monday 10am - 6pm Tuesday 10am - 6pm Wednesday 10am - 6pm Thursday 10am - 6pm Friday 10am - 6pm Saturday 10am - 6pm

The Shootist

So-Cal's Premier Full Line-Full Service Gun Shop
{Family Owned & Operated Since 1991}
Instagram: The_ShootistGuns
Twitter: @TheShootistGuns

Come and experience the feeling of the old west at The Shootist, a family owned and operated gun shop located in the heart of Historic Downtown Murrieta. Established in 1991, we began as a small shop, as each of our customers recommended our store to their friends our shop continued to grow. Today we’re one of the largest FULL LINE-FULL SERVICE gun shops in Southern California! The shop was design

ed to create the atmosphere of a bygone era with a passion for fi****ms and the onset of decorations and accoutrements from a lifetime of involvement in the gun world. We're here to offer you an unbeatable combination of friendly service paired with years of firearm knowledge and a fantastic array of guns for you to choose from. WE HAVE OVER 2000 GUNS IN STOCK AND OUR SELECTION CHANGES DAILY! Our focus is always on you, and we offer one of the best selections around, with scopes, binoculars, and range finders to fit everyone's budget. Looking for a good knife? We carry a full array of knives for every sportsman. We also carry an extensive inventory of Defense Spray, Stunguns, Flashlights, Tasers and an Ammunition selection that would impress anyone trying to locate that hard to find box of ammo. You’ll be able to choose from an array of accessories and supplies for hunting, competition, and recreational shooting for the whole family. When it comes to guns, we can't be beat. We have the largest inventory of Home/Self Defense fi****ms in the region both New and Used, as well as AR-Type Rifles & parts. Another thing you wouldn't expect to find, our selection of African rifles for that Safari you've been dreaming about. With over 10 cases designated to just handguns and over 200 linear feet selected to showcase our Rifles and Shotguns, you'll be overwhelmed with our selection on hand. If you still don't find what you're looking for, just ask us… we place orders every day of the week and are direct with many manufacturers so we cut out the middle man saving you money. We have qualified gunsmiths who can handle just about anything set in front of them. As a part of our commitment to excellent customer service we offer a complete range of gunsmithing from basic gun cleanings to stock repairs and restorations, we'll even assist or orchestrate full custom builds. Customers who cross the threshold will be greeted by a professional staff with warmth and family-like friendliness eager to assist you. The owner and staff are extremely knowledgeable of fi****ms; thus able to help you find the perfect gun for your desired purpose! And… all friendly advice is free! Whether you’re a first time gun buyer or an avid collector we’re here to help every step of the way.

05/25/2024

R***r New Mod Blackhawk .44Mag

05/25/2024

Springfield MC Operator 1911 .45ACP

05/15/2024

Beautiful New Beretta 1301 Tactical in OD Green

05/15/2024

05/14/2024

03/30/2024

The Shootist invites you to join us along with Riverside CCW Training, a training vendor for the Riverside County Sheriff's Office for CCW Law Symposium on Sunday, April 7th, at Blackmore Ranch here in Murrieta, CA from 10am to 5pm.

The event is sponsored by USCCA and is open to anyone in the State of California interested in obtaining information on how to get a CCW and to those who already have one. We’ll hear from Chad Bianco, Riverside County Sheriff, legal experts Kasey Castillo, Castillo Harper APC, and Jon Plummer from Law Force Defense, on the current situation with regard to CCW laws, cases handled, and potential legal issues one might encounter. The Riverside County Sheriff’s CCW Unit will be there to speak on the new application process, estimated wait times, and the things that can get a person disqualified. The California Highway Patrol will be there to discuss transporting fi****ms in a vehicle and will conduct a mock vehicle stop to go over the “dos and don’ts” during a traffic stop.

We’ll raffle off a California Compliant firearm EVERY HOUR and one person who paid admission to attend will win a Grand Prize package that includes a firearm, eye, and ear protection, CCW fi****ms training (either a FREE Initial or Renewal CCW Course), 1 year membership to USCCA, and lots of other great gear!
In support of ATF, and in true American fashion, they promise to have Alcohol, To***co, and Fi****ms at the NON-SHOOTIING event.
Hear from legal experts and guest speakers, cruise vendor row, chow down on IN-N-OUT Burgers, smoke fine hand-rolled ci**rs, and have drinks provided by Happy Dad Seltzer, Monster Energy, Code7 Coffee, and Asombroso Tequila!

Many vendors in attendance and more being added daily…

The Shootist - donating over $15k in prizes (so far)💰😳
The National Rifle Association
Brothers & Arms USA
MaxTacs
MedicUp
SHTF Belts
Tactical Defense Company
Damsel in Defense
IE BlueBelles
California Rifle & Pistol Association (CRPA)
Asombroso Tequila
Happy Dad Seltzer
California Super Trucks
Hand-Rolled Ci**rs
United States Concealed Carry Association (USCCA)
and IN-N-OUT Burger

We hope you can attend, and if you’re unable, would you consider donating to the raffles? All proceeds from this event will go to the California Rifle and Pistol Association (CRPA) so they may continue to fight our overreaching gun laws and restrictions.

12/19/2023

The Grinch “stole” Christmas
G***k 17 9mm

12/10/2023

1000 rds SCORPIO 9mm,
115 grain, FMJ - case
On display with some of our favs

11/28/2023

And The winner for the Sig Sauer M400 is….. Bert P

11/22/2023

BLACK FRIDAY SALE STARTING NOW… purchase any firearm over $600 get a FREE DROS — use it on one of these new California Compliant Sig Sauer P365’s.
After supplying all of our Pre-Orders we were blessed with a third huge shipment of these great CCW pistols.

11/07/2023

We Also Got .30 Carbine Ammo Available

11/07/2023

Also 6.5 J*p Available Today As Well

11/07/2023

First Time in Years

7.7 J*p Ammo Available in Store Today!

Photos from Riverside County Sheriffs' K-9 Team's post

11/03/2023

Such a fun event to be a part of and Sponsor every year… and check out some of the guns donated — scan QR Code and get your tickets now! The 3rd page gun raffles are open to the public.
Gates open tomorrow 11/4 at 8am. 🐾

Riverside County Sheriffs' K-9 Team

10/25/2023

Springfield Hellcat Pro and Sig Sauer P365 Tacops

10/24/2023

Springfield 1911-A1 9mm 5” SS

10/21/2023

Springfield Hellcat Pro 9mm
Optic Ready
In on Consignment
Amazing CCW Gun

10/21/2023

Sig Sauer P365 Tacops 9mm
In on Consignment
Beautiful Pistol Great for CCW

10/13/2023

This evening, 10/13 come and hear the engines of classic cars roar as they cruise up Washington Ave from 4-8pm. On Saturday, 10/14 is the show and shine from 9-3pm… as a reminder our street is CLOSED to vechicle traffic from 8-3pm, only pedestrian traffic on Washington Avenue from Kalmia south to Ivy on Saturday — please plan accordingly.

🚗 Buckle up and get ready to rev those engines and cruise back in time at the Murrieta Rod Run 2023!

🏁 Whether you're a gearhead, a casual enthusiast, or just looking for a fun outing, there's something for everyone! Find all the event details at the official Murrieta Rod Run website murrietarodrun.com.

📅 Dates: October 13-14, 2023
🕒 Time: Friday Cruise 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Saturday Show & Shine 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
📍 Location: The Murrieta Rod Run is held in Historic Downtown Murrieta on Washington Street between Kalmia Street and Ivy Street.
🚘 Classic and custom vehicles
🍔 Food vendors and local restaurants
🏆 Awards for the best of the best

See you there! 🏎️💨