Family-run since day one

Guns & Glory

A family-run shop with firearms down one wall and scripture down the other. Everyone welcome — first-time buyer, lifelong collector, or just curious about the taxidermy in the windows.

600+guns
in stock
100+year-old
building
guns we'll
order in
Inside Guns and Glory — firearms displayed along the left wall under taxidermy mounts, Christian Living book section labeled on the right wall. The two-aisle layout shows the shop's unique combination of gun shop and Christian bookstore.
The shop

Guns down one wall. Bibles down the other.

Probably the only shop like it you'll ever walk into. We typically keep 600+ guns in stock — handguns, rifles, shotguns — plus ammo, accessories, and a Christian bookstore on the other side of the room.

Stop in, be nosy, take a look at the taxidermy. Whether you need a gun, a Bible, or just want to chat — we're glad to have you.

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What we do

Six things, done right.

Buy, Sell & Trade

Every type of firearm and firearm-related item. Don't see it on the wall? We work with many distributors and can order in whatever you're after. Selling? Bring in one piece or the whole collection — we'll work out a fair deal.

Gun Transfers

Local transfer or an online purchase from out of state — we handle the shipping coordination and all the paperwork. Simple and straightforward.

Cleaning & Repair

Handguns, rifles, shotguns. We disassemble, clean, and inspect for safety and proper function. Need a scope mounted, a trigger job, or custom work? We've got you.

Concealed Carry Classes

Illinois CCL classes with small group sizes so we can give real, individual attention — for the seasoned shooter and the total beginner alike. Call for the next date.

Bibles & Christian Books

New and used. Your first Bible or your fifth — come browse. As we like to say, a Bible is as powerful as a gun if used properly.

Gift Registry

Stop in and fill out a wish list card. We keep it on file so when family and friends come looking for a gift, they actually get you something you want.

"We're probably the only gun shop and religious bookstore combined you'll ever find. We don't run the shop like a big-box store."

— Matt Garvin, owner
What folks are saying

Reviews from satisfied customers.

★★★★★

Great place!! Very friendly and likable folks, knowledgeable, helpful and overall atmosphere is pleasant and welcoming. They have a large selection of books and firearms and can get you what you are looking for, many tools and accessories to select from. I HIGHLY recommend this shop! Stop in and see for yourself.

Keith Henry Google review
Hours

When we're open.

Hours can shift — if you're driving in from out of town, give us a ring first. We can also schedule appointments outside these times, including on closed days.

Monday 4:00pm — 7:00pm
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 4:00pm — 7:00pm
Thursday 4:00pm — 7:00pm
Friday 12:00pm — 4:00pm
Sunday Closed
Call to confirm — 309-962-9143
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On Facebook

New arrivals, news, & shop happenings.

Inventory rotates fast. The quickest way to see what just came in is to follow us — Matt posts shop updates, new pieces, and special editions there first.

Stop in, be nosy, say hi.

Need a gun. Need a book. Just want to see the taxidermy. All good reasons.