Jims dad Charles Madison started the gun business here in 1966,

Jim grew up in the house next door to Bulletstop!

He worked with dad for many years!

Jim and Doreen Started with just six guns in 1989 and have

grown to several hundred on hand at all times!!

They have sold over Thousands of guns !

Jim met Doreen in spring of 1981, Doreen is an avid bowler,fisherman,

ebayer and shooter. Jim and Doreen have been married

for Over 25 years.Their son Steve is currently working on a degree in programing.

Jim and Doreen have worked here side by side since 1989

Mike Stone, Our newest employee is responsible for many tasks

at bullet stop from the call in desk to firearms repair.

His background includes many years in the security field and

has been a Glock&Bushmaster armorer for many years !

Mike worked here in the early 80s, we are glad to have him back !

Jim & Doreen Madison opened the BULLET STOP GUN SHOP as a small "mom and pop" business back in 1989. They still own and operate it today.

Jim & Doreen are proud members of the NRA. For 14 years Jim was the Chairman for the local chapter and Doreen has was Co-Chariman. They were in charge of the annual NRA banquet held in Rockford Illinois.

The BULLET STOP GUN SHOP is an "old fashioned" gun shop with personalized service, great prices, and a wealth of gun expertise. We also have an indoor shooting range.

The BULLET STOP GUN SHOP is located at 2100 Harlem Road in Loves Park IL

Hours are:

10 AM to 6 PM Tuesday - Friday,

10 AM to 5 PM on Saturday.

Jim and Doreen started the Missouri store in June 2006,

its rural location has been a very popular spot !

Hartfords hours are :

Thurs-Fri-Sat

10am til 5pm

Both stores have many special events stay tuned for more info !!

Email, FAX, or call...either Jim or Doreen will be available.

Lay away plans are available. Scope setups are done while you wait. All used guns are guaranteed to be in good working condition.