Grandpa’s Pawn & Gun in Longmont will close its doors at the end of December, ending a 32-year run that began on Main Street and continued with a relocation to Ninth Avenue. Owner Rod Brandenburg cites a recent railroad crossing safety project that eliminated the store’s only viable exit, deeming the property now unsafe for customers and impossible to operate.
Brandenburg, who took ownership in 1999, notes that multiple inquiries to city officials have provided inconsistent responses regarding access to his property. The closure reflects broader challenges, including evolving firearms laws that he believes have hampered sales. The shop has been a community staple, offering not just firearms but unique items like jewelry and rare coins, leaving many loyal customers shocked by the impending loss.
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