Dark Sun Surplus is a Richmond-area sales and service dealer with a large estate and appraisal business. Dark Sun is a significant presence at most Virginia gun shows, usually renting a large amount of floor space relative to other dealers. The company does not maintain a retail location and so is appointment- and show-only.

There's a surprising amount of hate for Dark Sun evident at a number of gun forums. Generally the reason given is that the owners are abrupt or rude - I haven't seen anyone accuse them of anything unethical or illegal.

As shooting ranges go, Dominion is Richmond's quick and dirty solution. It's in a dumpy old building next to Cloverleaf Mall off Midlothian Turnpike, and shooters are obliged to buy its proprietary range ammo. However, the ammo at Dominion is pretty cheap, and the staff is friendly to everyone and patient with inexperienced shooters. The range itself is old and a bit decrepit, but it's kept neat and tidy. Bottom line: Dominion isn't anybody's first choice but it's got convenient hours and gets the job done.

Green Top is a legendary Richmond-area shooting sports retailer. The store has a broad selection of new and used firearms: semi-automatic handguns, revolvers, hunting and military rifles, plus shotguns. Also, Green Top sells ammunition, holsters, cleaning supplies and other shooting accessories. And the store also has a knowledgeable staff eager to answer any of your questions.

Additionally, many local "gun guys" prefer to use Green Top as their local FFL dealer when they buy guns from remote sellers.