WELCOME TO HUGHES DEFENSE
The Best Firearms Shop in Eastern Jackson County
HOLSTERS * CERAKOTING * PRIVATE LESSONS
GROUP CCW CLASSES
GROUP RATE CCW CLASSES AT YOUR OWN HOME!
Complete your Concealed Carry Course from the comfort of our own home!
Imagine you and your friends getting the training you need in the privacy of your home or safe location.
Treat your employees to a firearms course at the office.
Instructor: Gavin Hughes
*3-5 Trainees $400=$67 per Trainee
*6-10 Trainees $625 = $62.50 per Trainee
*10-15 Trainees $800 = $54 per Trainee
*Larger group pricing available
(Price comparison based on maximum Trainees)
*Range fee is included in price
The more you invite, the more you save!
GUNSMITHING
TOP NOTCH SERVICE
We offer Gunsmithing services at a competitive rate while getting you your firearm back in a timely manner. We have two gunsmiths on staff so that your questions are answered fast.
Not only do we service weapons in store, but many metro gunshops utilize our services. "Service so good the competition uses us!"
(We do not offer any milling, machining or lathe work)
We do offer laser engraving and Cerakoting.
Starting rate of $60 an hour
ABOUT US
We started Hughes Defense in 2019, and since our first day in business we’ve been bringing the best selection of products and merchandise to our customers. Our name has become synonymous with quality throughout the entire Kansas City area. We do our best to ensure a permanent variety of fantastic items along with unique limited edition and seasonal items that fit your budget. Our staff have almost a century of experience between them all.
SOME OF OUR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
HUNTING RIFLES
We carry a wide variety of calibers and rifles online and in store. Hunting has been passed down for generations and should be complimented with the correct equipment and firearm.
SPORT FIREARMS
WE SELL AR'S AND AK STYLE FIREARMS! Assault rifle is a term coined by those who wish to limit the second amendment. Assault is a term meaning to do harm. If you are looking for a weapon to assault someone, not for defense or recreation, please seek help from a licensed doctor.
AMMUNITION
We carry a variety of calibers in self-defense and target ammo. We are an exclusive FORT SCOTT MUNITIONS dealer.
HANDGUN
We carry almost every make and model of Semi-auto Pistols and revolvers in-store and for order. We are signed up for many programs such as "Glock Stocking Dealer" and much more.
CLASSES
*Concealed Carry
*Beginners Pistol
*Ladies Self Defense
*Youth Firearms Safety
*C.P.R.
*Beginners Carbine
*Ladies Beginner Pistol
NFA ITEMS
We carry NFA items such as short barrel shotguns and rifles, suppressors, and other distructive devises.
CUSTOM HOLSTERS
We make custom holsters for inside and out the waistband made to fit the customers needs.
TRANSFERS STARTING AT $15
Effective 07/15/2022
In addition to this process, all state and federal laws shall be followed,
Please, before transferring any firearm check prices and availability at www.hdfirearm.com
Face to face private transfers $15 per item.
If you are conducting a private transfer with another individual without an FFL, you may use us for the transfer. Both parties must be present in our store at the same time. We offer this to provide you with paperwork and offer a safe way to do transfers.
Transfers from other FFL dealers $30 per item unless otherwise specified(if using card, add $5)
Transfers from an Individual are $50 per item (if using card, add $5)
You as the receiving individual:
1.Make payment arrangements with the transferring dealer. (HD Firearms prefers only FFL to FFL)
2.Email us at hdsfirearms@gmail.com the following
*Your name and phone number
*Transferring dealer email
*Firearm (Make, Model and Caliber)
*Order or customer number if there is one
(Customer cannot have our FFL)
Once we receive your email with the proper information, we will email the transferring dealer our FFL and shipping info.
2.Once the firearm(s) is received and you have been notified, you may pick up your firearm Monday- Friday 10:00am to 5:30pm or Saturday 10:00am-3:30pm. Provided we are open on that day.
4.You must fill out a 4473 and receive a reply of proceed to leave with firearm.
Hughes Defense will call you to notify you of the firearms arrival and when it will be available for pick up.
FFL dealer additional fees: Transfers from the following dealers or websites will require an additional fee of $10. Bud's Gun Shop, Grab A Gun, Classic Firearms and Primary Arms.
**We do NOT accept Transfers from Palmetto State Armory (PSA)**
Any transfers recieved after October 11th 2023 will be turned away or will require a $120 transfer fee before the firearm can be transfered to the buyer or back to Palmetto State Armory (PSA).
Store front (Store visit) transfers are $20 per item. A store front transfer is when a customer physically visits the store front and needs to transfer to their residential state. We commonly do this with Kansas dealers.
Impersonal (Online or over the phone) transfers are $30 per item. From any dealer other than Hughes Defense. This is anytime time a firearm is transferred without visiting the store.
NFA transfers please call us at (816)255-9516.
Outbound Transfers are $40 plus $7 for packaging if needed. You will also be responsibly shipping cost through UPS. Our UPS account does give us a discount and you receive the full discount.
All Transfers: If you choose not to use cash there will be a convenience fee of $5 per item. This is to be collected before a 4473 is filled out. If we have to retrieve proper contact info (email or fax) by any means other via your email to us, there will be a $2 charge. This includes us calling the transferring dealer or retrieving it via search of their website. You will have 12 business days (2 weeks and 2 days) to pick up your firearm upon arrival. This includes day of arrival, even if store is closed at time of arrival or shortly after. This is why Hughes Defense allows the extra 2 day grace period. After the 12 days a $2 per day storage fee will be applied per day firearm is not collected going back to the day the firearm arrived. A delay on 4473 is given the customer will not be charged the storage fee for the days delayed. However once a proceed or open is given, the customer will have 3 business days to return for the firearm before a storage fee of $2 per day per item will occur. Hughes Defense is not responsible for shipping or any warranty work needed. Transfers do not qualify for a free gun cleaning from Hughes Defense. Hughes Defense does not transfer firearms not purchased for Hughes Defense to other stores. This includes individual transfers and shipping for repairs. All issues with transferred firearms should be taken up with transferring dealer. If a transfer is received from an individual, there will be a fee of $50. No exceptions.
OUR TEAM
Who We Are
GAVIN HUGHES "LEGEND"
Owner & Founder
Gunsmith, Head Holstersmith, Instructor
Chris "Murph"
Store Manager
Remington "Remi"
Asset Protection
CHRIS "PUDDIN"
Sales Associate
BRAD "BUSHMAN"
Sales Associate
NICK "HELMET"
Holster Smith (Training)
TESTIMONIALS
Don’t Just Take Our Word for It
"Gavin and the Pew Pew Palace crew are the best! Always helpful. I don’t feel stupid for asking questions. My holster is fabulous!! You can order ammo through the website and pick it up at the shop. They give back to the community. Top notch!! Support local! Support Hughes Defense!!"
Teresa Allen
"This is the best gun shop around. I've shopped at several throughout my years and have to recommend this store to anyone interested in firearms and accessories. Keep up the great work and thanks for helping our kids as you move forward with building your shop."
Craig Wilkins
"What else can be said except honesty, integrity, professional and knowledge. These guys (and ladies) are very customer oriented! The new shop is top notch, spacious, clean and stocked! Can’t wait to drop in again!"
Brian Bradley
SHOP HOURS
Come Visit
Sun: Closed
Mon: 10:00am-6:00pm
Tue: 10:00am-6:00pm
Wed: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Thu: 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Fri: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sat: 10:00am - 4:00pm
COME WORK WITH US
Join the Team
Apply today to join our amazing team!
Please fill out your application completely to be considered for an interview.
