Visit Francis Manufacturing & Defense in Summerville, SC

If you’ve been searching for a gun shop or gunsmith in Summerville, SC, there’s a local shop you should know about.
Francis Manufacturing & Defense is located in Summerville and serves customers throughout the Charleston area and surrounding Lowcountry.
We offer firearm services, custom machining, laser engraving, firearm and NFA transfers, and other specialized work all under one roof.
Where Is Francis Manufacturing & Defense?
You can find us at:
We’re conveniently located in Summerville and welcome customers from Summerville, Charleston, and surrounding Lowcountry communities.
Have a project you want to talk through? Need a transfer? Looking for custom machining or engraving? Not sure if we can do what you have in mind?
Stop by and ask. Worst case, we tell you we can't do it. Best case, we get to work.
When Are We Open?
We’re open when you actually have time to come see us.
Tuesday–Friday: 10:00 AM–8:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday: 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
Monday: Closed
Our Tuesday through Friday evening hours make it easy to stop by after work, and we’re open Saturday and Sunday for weekend visitors.
What Can You Get at Francis Manufacturing & Defense?
We’re not just a place to walk in, buy something, and walk out.
We’re a hands-on shop that works on projects.
Firearm & NFA Transfers
Need a firearm transfer or NFA transfer in Summerville, SC?
We handle Title I firearm transfers and NFA transfers and can help guide you through the process.
If paperwork isn't exactly your idea of a good time, you're not alone. That's why we're here.
Custom Gunsmithing & Machine Work
Have a firearm that needs specialized work?
We offer a variety of machining and gunsmithing services, including pistol optic cuts, rail chopping, pin and weld work, finishing, and other custom machine work.
Have an unusual project?
Ask us.
John genuinely enjoys figuring out how things work, which is great news for you and occasionally terrible news for his free time.
Laser Engraving
We also provide custom laser engraving and NFA engraving for qualifying projects.
If you have something that needs to be engraved, bring us your idea and we'll let you know what we can do.



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