Wade Holbrook

POS January 28, 2026 22 min read

Using POS Data to Improve Profitability in Gun Stores

Gun stores run on thin margins, high inventory costs, strict recordkeeping, and fast-changing demand. The good news is that POS data (point-of-sale data) is one of the most powerful assets you already...

POS January 28, 2026 21 min read

POS Systems Designed for Shooting Ranges

A modern range is no longer “just lanes and a register.” Most locations now run a mix of range time, memberships, classes, rentals, events, and retail—often with regulated items that demand extra...

Card Readers January 28, 2026 21 min read

Best Card Readers for Farmers Markets (2026 Buyer’s Guide)

Choosing the best card readers for farmers markets isn’t only about taking tap-to-pay. It’s about getting paid reliably in crowded outdoor settings, keeping lines moving, handling weak signals, and protecting margins with...

POS December 25, 2025 18 min read

Best POS Systems for Firearm Stores

Choosing the best POS systems for firearm stores is different from choosing a general retail POS. A typical boutique POS might be great at barcode scanning and discounts, but it can fall...

EMV December 25, 2025 24 min read

Best EMV Terminals for Firearm Retailers

Running a firearm retail counter isn’t the same as running a coffee shop register. Your average ticket can be higher, your fraud exposure can be higher, your compliance expectations are usually tighter,...

Payment Processing December 25, 2025 20 min read

Best Firearm-Friendly Payment Processing Solutions for FFLs

Running a firearms business means you live in two worlds at once: the everyday reality of retail (inventory, customer experience, margins) and the high-scrutiny reality of regulated commerce (compliance, audits, documentation, and...

Credit Card Processing December 25, 2025 20 min read

Gun Store Credit Card Processing: Everything You Need to Know

Gun Store Credit Card Processing is one of the most misunderstood parts of running a modern firearms retail business. Many store owners assume “payments are payments,” only to discover that firearms-related transactions...

Credit Card Processing December 25, 2025 18 min read

Gun-Friendly Merchant Services: Complete Guide

Running a firearm or ammo business is hard enough. Payment acceptance shouldn’t be the thing that keeps you up at night—yet for many retailers, ranges, instructors, and parts sellers, it is. Gun-friendly...

POS November 25, 2025 23 min read

Cloud POS vs. Local POS for Firearms Dealers

Cloud POS vs. Local POS for firearms dealers is no longer just a “tech choice.” It affects ATF compliance, bound book accuracy, NICS workflows, inventory control for serialized firearms, and even whether...

POS November 25, 2025 18 min read

Gun Shop POS Features You Must Have

Running a firearms retail business in the U.S. is very different from running a typical retail store. You’re not just selling products; you’re managing serialized inventory, complying with ATF recordkeeping rules, navigating...

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