Business Details
43 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pawn Shop in Raleigh, NC
J & R Pawn Shop has been serving North Carolina communities since 1983, establishing itself as a trusted partner in financial solutions and retail services. Founded in Greenville and now headquartered in Durham, we operate seven locations across the state with over 80 dedicated associates. Our business combines traditional pawn services with modern practices, offering collateral-based loans, jewelry and firearm sales, and merchandise trading while maintaining strict compliance with federal and state regulations. We prioritize customer respect and transparency, ensuring all transactions meet rigorous legal standards through daily reporting to law enforcement agencies.Our team's decades of experience in the pawn industry enable us to provide competitive pricing for gold, jewelry, and valuable items while maintaining a secure environment for both customers and employees. We distinguish ourselves through exceptional customer service, including same-day loan approvals without credit checks and specialized jewelry repair services performed by GIA-certified professionals. Our commitment to community impact drives our operations, reflected in our proactive approach to preventing stolen goods circulation and maintaining ethical business practices.
Services
Pawn Loans
Firearms Sales
Jewelry Repair
Gold Buying
Merchandise Trading
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We've provided reliable pawn services since 1983 with 7 North Carolina locations
- Offering instant cash loans with no credit check required
- Federal Firearms Licensed Dealer with comprehensive gun services
- GIA-certified staff for accurate jewelry and gemstone evaluations
- Proactive approach to preventing stolen property circulation
Services
Pawn Loans
We provide quick cash loans secured by valuable items like jewelry, firearms, and electronics. Our process requires no credit check and offers 90-day terms with optional extensions. Customers can redeem items by repaying the loan amount plus fees, with competitive rates determined by item value and market conditions.
Firearms Sales
As Federal Firearms Licensed Dealers, we offer legal firearm sales, pawn services, and verification. Our inventory includes rifles, shotguns, pistols, and revolvers. We handle all transfers through FBI NICS background checks and maintain strict compliance with ATF regulations. Online listings through GunBroker allow convenient purchasing options for local customers.
Jewelry Repair
Our GIA-certified staff provides expert jewelry repair using advanced techniques like laser welding. Services include ring sizing, stone replacement, and restoration. With a dedicated repair center in Durham, we offer quick turnaround times and competitive pricing. Custom design options are available through our Evan Drake Fine Jewelry partnership.
Gold Buying
We purchase gold, silver, and precious stones at competitive market rates. Our 40-year relationships with national refiners ensure top prices for scrap gold, broken jewelry, and collectible coins. We verify authenticity through professional testing methods and provide immediate payment for qualifying items.
Merchandise Trading
We buy, sell, and pawn a wide range of valuable items including electronics, tools, musical instruments, and collectibles. Our inventory features pre-owned merchandise at discounted prices, with daily updates across seven locations. We evaluate items based on resale value and condition to ensure fair pricing for customers.
Questions
How do pawn loans work?
Pawn loans provide quick cash using valuable items as collateral. We determine loan amounts based on item value, with 90-day terms and optional fee extensions.
What items can I pawn?
We accept most valuable items including jewelry, firearms, electronics, tools, and collectibles. Items must be non-perishable and fit in our storage facilities.
Do you sell firearms?
Yes, we're Federal Firearms Licensed Dealers offering legal firearm sales, pawn services, and verification. All transfers follow federal background check requirements.
Do you buy broken jewelry?
Yes, we purchase broken, scrap, and dental gold along with damaged jewelry. We also buy precious stones and silver items for their material value.
Is there jewelry repair available?
Yes, our Durham-based repair center offers ring sizing, stone replacement, and restoration services using advanced techniques like laser welding and CAD design.
Can I shop online?
Yes, we list firearms on GunBroker and feature select merchandise in our online store with the same quality service as our physical locations.
