T G S

Actually, not closed! Just moved a little ways north – now on Buford Hwy just north of Jimmy Carter on the left. Same exact setup as the old place.

Closed.

TGS (aka «The Gun Store») is a little-​known shop in Doraville that has a pretty impressive selection for its size. Its main concentrations are mostly conventional (non-​NFA) self-​loading/​semi-​auto pistols and rifles, but they do manufacture some cool Class III hardware (short-​barreled Saiga-​12s, for instance) for those that can afford the paperwork. There is also a small assortment of bolt-​action weapons for the hunting-​inclined as well as some apparent C&R handguns. And unlike many mom-​and-​pop shops, TGS has kept up with recent trends in firearms — the displays are amply stocked with XDs, FNPs, and Gen-​4 Glocks.
The staff that I’ve interacted with are exceptionally helpful and prone to strike up good conversation, gun-​related and otherwise. After doing some post-​visit homework and talking with the manager/​proprietor during a second «palming,» I was offered a discount on an already competitively-​priced item. As expected, the process was very smooth and I walked out of the store a happy «future repeat customer.»
Two quick facts: TGS doesn’t charge for the background check and they do not perform transfers. Both of these may be minor points for most purchasers, but I figure they’re worth noting for the sake of completeness.
Why pay as much (or more) at a place with grumpy, overworked, and potentially inexperienced employees when you can buy quality from friendly people? I’d happily recommend TGS to both new and experienced shooters looking for a good local deal.