Humphreys' Gun Shop is Del Rio's first and only full-time gun shop. It is also one of the oldest sole proprietorships in Del Rio!

​Doing business in every state in the Union, and several foreign countries, we continue to give that personalized service that is expected in a small town atmosphere. Gary will always stop to talk and have a conversation with his customers, at times he may even pull out an old Henry or Colt Walker!

Serving Southwest Texas since 1973

​Humphreys' Gun Shop has a rich history that spans almost half a century.
​Take a look at five decades' worth of significant events from our past. 

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Gary Humphreys
Owner

Gary was born and raised in Del Rio, Texas, where he has spent 49 years and counting as the local gunsmith at Humphreys' Gun Shop.

• Lifetime member of the NRA
• Texas-certified License to Carry Instructor
• Lifetime member of the Del Rio Host Lions Club, Del Rio Chamber of Commerce, and the Val Verde Masonic Lodge 646
• Member of the Sons of the Republic of Texas, Alamo Defenders Descendants Association, and the Former Texas Rangers Association
• Project Leader of the Val Verde 4-H Shooting Sports. He has led his shooters to five state second places and two State Championship titles!

He enjoys mornings spent at Benny’s Café, driving his 1929 Model A pick-up, and spending time with his wife, daughter and grandkids. 

Holly Humphreys York
General Manager

Holly is also proving to be a leader in the business. She has competed in both small bore and air rifle, and still holds the county record (as of 2022) with a score of 561. 

• Lifetime member of the NRA
• NRA Certified Pistol Instructor
• 4-H Certified Rifle Coach

She spends her time wrangling her kiddos, working on Jeeps, shooting out at the range, and traveling whenever she can. 

Competitive Highlights

• In September 2011, Holly placed 8th in 3X20 Smallbore and 7th in Air Rifle at the Champion of Champions, in Fort Benning, Georgia. 
• In January of 2009, she won Gold in the U.S. Jr. Olympic State Championship. This qualified her to compete in the USA Jr. Olympic Nationals at Colorado Springs, Colorado.
• In June of 2009, Holly competed at the USA Nationals held at Ft. Benning, Georgia, and won Silver in the Women's Prone in E Division.
• In 2007, she helped bring her 4-H Val Verde Shooting Sports rifle team to a 1st Place finish in the State 4-H Roundup.
• In February of 2007, Holly's Comstock High School Team placed 1st at the NRA Sectional at Rosenberg, Texas, which also placed the team 4th Nationally. 
• Holly also won the Clifton Lowry Best All Around Shooter award for 2004 and 2006.