Thunder Guns West is a trusted gun store and gun shop in Harlan, Iowa, serving local firearm owners and customers nationwide. Our story begins with Thunder Roads Magazine of Iowa, founded in 2010. After years exploring Iowa’s roads and riding season, we noticed slow periods in the fall and winter months. Combining a lifelong passion for firearms with teaching weapons classes, we launched Thunder Guns from a home-based shop in 2019. The business grew rapidly, leading to the creation of Thunder Guns West as our primary retail location in Harlan. Today, we continue to provide firearms, accessories, and expert services to customers both locally and across the country.
Thunder Guns West offers a wide selection of firearms for enthusiasts of all experience levels. Our inventory includes handguns, rifles, shotguns, and silencers. We also provide custom-built or customized firearms designed to meet your exact specifications.
In addition to retail, our gun shop offers specialized services including:
All firearms and services are delivered with a focus on safety, precision, and customer satisfaction. Whether you shop in Harlan or order online, our team ensures that firearms are available locally and shipped nationwide with care and compliance.
Quality, safety, and responsible ownership are the foundation of Thunder Guns West. We carefully vet all products and services in our gun store and advocate for safe firearm practices. Our team is actively engaged in the community, supporting local law enforcement initiatives and national firearms advocacy organizations. Customers trust us for expert guidance, reliable service, and firearms that meet the highest standards.
Founders Vernon and Melanie Schwarte bring decades of firearms knowledge, shooting sports expertise, and a deep commitment to customer service. They lead a skilled team of gunsmiths, knowledgeable sales staff, and certified instructors, all dedicated to helping customers find the right firearms, accessories, and services.
“Vernon and everyone at the shop are incredible. Always willing to answer any questions and won’t try to upsell stuff. I will continue to do my present and future business with Thunder Guns West and will recommend anyone and everyone I can to do the same.” – Matt Greteman
“Very friendly staff. Lots of inventory. The staff is very knowledgeable about guns and can easily answer any gun questions that you may have. I highly recommend Thunder Guns West.” – Jeremy Lehman
Thunder Guns West is your local gun store and gun shop in Harlan, Iowa, providing firearms, expert services, and nationwide shipping. Whether you visit our retail location or order online, our team is ready to assist with all your firearm needs.