Tobey's Pawn Shop

Tonya Tyree

2024-04

We have got a lot of things for Tobey's Pawn. The staff is so nice and friendly and willing to help. We love going to the one that was on main St that is know on Pantops easy to get into and we really like all the staff there they are very helpful and friendly. We give them above a five star and a ten star they are awesome. Thanks so much. God Bless

Stephanie Smith

2024-01

My husband came here and RAVED about their customer service, honesty, knowledge, and his trade offer. They took a gun that others didn't want and gave him an amazing price which he used towards a trade for a new pistol. He hasn't stopped talking about how great this shop was- Didn't feel transactional, it felt personal. Definitely check them out!! Thanks for helping my husband get something he absolutely loves!!

David Firewicz

2024-02

I've been getting my ammo and magazines from Toby's since before their move from the Main Street location. The staff are always very knowledgeable about the items they sell as well as helpfull and friendly. Their prices are be usually reasonable (for a pawnshop) on the firearms they carry as well.

Austin Sebetzki

2024-05

Bought several guns from Tobey's pawn. They always have the best selection and prices.

Andrew Campbell

2023-05

Bought a rifle. They were able to work the price quite and bit and even threw in a free case and a few rounds. Would definitely buy from them again. Staff are super helpful.

Humberto Gonzalez

2023-08

Went here with my daughter and never felt so out of place. Folks inside just stared at us and made no effort to ask if we needed anything. Folks inside were chatting away, we slowly looked around and left. Wouldn't go back.

Caleb Gibson

2023-08

Sadly I had to get a loan on my xbox, the person who processed it noticed it needed a cleaning on the fan vent. When I picked it back up it was cleaned (not taken apart) thoroughly. My point is Tobeys cares about it's customers, regardless of other reviews.

Mike McAuliffe

2022-05

Tobey's slogan is "Changing Pawn For Good". Lots of business's have slogans, but Tobey's stands behind theirs. You feel extremely welcome as soon as you walk in the door at either location and the staff treats you like you're the only customer in the store. Their prices are fair, the products are top notch and the overall experience is great. Thank you!

Mitchell Magee

2023-05

I've shopped at toby's since 2010 when I was at uva fighting cancer, was in need of small cash loans dourng my treatment because I was flat broke and out of my job awaiting disability. Now I'm retired and still shopping at toby's, mainly in firearm buying, the shop and staff are wonderful, toby, is a great owner and, Rachel, Ashley and dear Britney are wonderful, this is my go to store, weather buying, selling or a trade, toby's is 5 star's. Love you guys and, yeah gal's. I'll always shop at toby's. Mitchell Magee, customer. God bless. And thanks.also I wanted to give my praise for the newest store on pantops, the staff there is awesome like the Rio road location, for me easier to commute to the Newhouse Rd location and the guy's are awesome, extremely great prices on firearms and murchsndise as a whole. I love every experience at toby's and am glad I'm a customer. Keep up the extreme great service and, God bless the usa and our second ammendment right to keep and bear arms. Lawful people don't kill, guns don't either, idiots that are unlawful are the problem in our great country. God bless the usa. Mitchell Magee, customer, charlottesville Virginia..

Micah MacDonald

2017-05

Fantastic place to find a good bargain. Friendly staff who are always willing to haggle a little bit, which makes it fun. Tobey stands behind his merchandise and has always treated people fairly. Great selection of guns particularly and many knowledgeable staff who can guide you through the background check to purchase a firearm legally - I've bought 3 there myself.

Kristen Pierce

2019-05

My husband (Dustin) and I absolutely love this place! We've dealt with several pawn shops in the area over there years and none of them can compare to Tobey's service! Every time we've pawned or sold something we've always gotten what we've asked for. They provide many services others do not. We've purchased many things from fire arms to speakers , tools, electronics and games. Never has anything been defective or over priced! They have an extremely wide variety of items including fire arms. The employees are always helpful and fun to deal with! I would highly recommend Tobey's whether you need to pawn or sell items or are looking to do some shopping for an affordable price! Thank you to everyone at Tobey's we look forward to dealing with you again soon! -Dustin & Kristen

Robin Hardy-Small

2021-05

Being my first time in a pawn shop I had no idea what to expect, much less my first time buying a firearm! Ashley was exceptional! She made me feel so comfortable around the guns, explained the differences in the guns, including her personal experience. I learned more in half an hour with Ashely about the gun I purchased and about gun safety than any other YouTube video or friends trying to explain it to me. Thank you for having such a patient and kind staff - we will be back!

Dongfeng Pan

2020-05

I went to 3 gun stores and truly fee this is the best!!!! Thomas and all the stuff in the store were very patient with me. They are only professional but also kind. They sell gun but also teaching gun safety. They explained very detail about each gun and answered all of my questions. I am very happy with them and defiantly with use them again.

Tony Boese

2020-05

The staff here is excellent. They are friendly and professional, and are easy to work with. I would say the Main crew is better than the Rio crew, especially one member of the Rio crew, but even their weakest link is still strong. Prices are good, as are loan rates. Sell offers can trend a little low, but business is business. I give 4/5 instead of 5/5 because of the 'surprise' storage fee. The website describes that "Most loans work on a 10% + $3 interest fee per month, so if you pick up an item you received $100 for, all you pay is $113 at the time of redemption." Admittedly, it says 'most' and so one can imagine some things might have different rates, require a background check, etc. Moreover, it would be asking too much for the website to cover every contingency. Nevertheless, it seems the storage fee is pretty much a standard part of pawning with them regardless of item and so it seems like something the website should include as part of the picture. Still, overall, no better pawn shop in or near town - I am sure of it!

Erick “Roman” Barge

2018-05

Nice clean and bright environment filled with friendly, respectful, and down to earth people. The quality of the product is outstanding and the diversity of the product line is unlike most pawnshops I've ever seen. They really work with you on getting your items home ASAP and they are in a really convenient location. My experience was wonderful and I will surely be back soon ! 😀

Nick Shir

2015-05

I honestly avoided this place for the longest time because it was a pawn shop, and I have never heard great things about pawn shops. But when ordering a firearm from Gun genie, Tobey's had the best price. ($50 cheaper than my usual FFL). I decided to give Tobey's a try. I was impressed by the cleanliness and organization of the store. The staff is very nice, helpful, and knowledgeable. I have been back several times, to sell and buy. Great place. Give it a shot.

Victor Salas

2021-05

They are a professional and fair pawn shop. They have standars they abide by which on one hand, yes it means they will not take just anything, but on the other hand it means they take care of what they have, they have high quality items to buy, and if you are selling or loaning, you are in a select group. They are courteous and respectful. They are not trying to embarrass you if you are being something in for a loan or paying your month bill. They give really fair periods for loans and sales. I've been a citations for at least 6 years and I have never had a problem or mistake. I have seen the BAD pawn joints and this one sets the standard that the others should follow. Everyone either knows their stuff really well or is open to learning. They treat my items on loan as if its their own and they treat their customers like humans, not numbers or dollar signs. I won't go to any other shop. Once you build trust and reliability at Tobey's, you're in a special group. That means they won't harass you to buy stuff or try to convince you to spend twice as much if your keeping it simple. They have saved me from missing bills, missing rent, or missing beer moneyThere is a invaluable aspect of Tobey's that many business in general, especially pawn shops, lack; it's the humility of human respect. If you treat thee employees with respect, you will be greeted with a response that is a genuine and kind human connection while buying, selling, or getting your loan. DO NOT GO ANYWHERE ELSE!!! ONLY TOBEY'S!! 😄

Tim S

2018-05

I have had several items shipped to Tobeys for his FFL transfer, and purchased many accessories from both of his locations. Staff is very helpful, friendly, and willing to go the extra mile. I like to pop in once in a while to see what new stuff they have since it changes so often. And, you can't beat the prices.

kerry flowers

2020-05

I went and picked up my FFL transfer, my background check was fast and easy. The 2 gentlemen who were in on Friday are very nice and professional, do not make the mistake of buying firearms online, they have layaway and a great selection. I will always shop here first and last for anything, thank you gentlemen

Don Shotwell

2022-05

Excellent staff. Very helpful, knowledgeable and polite. They made me feel very welcome and were great throughout. Very pleased with my purchase and my experience.I will look for future opportunities to go back.

DrewPrkns

2023-05

I brought an Xbox in and the guy wouldn’t even plug it in to check if it worked. He said there was “too much dust on it” so he couldn’t touch it. Keep in mind, the dust that was on it was easily able to be taken care of with a hand or a can of air spray. He told me “take it home and clean it then maybe we’ll take it.” The guy was rude for no reason, refused to even check to see if it worked based on it having some dust on it, and treated me like he didn’t care that I was trying to bring them business. I highly recommend avoiding this place and going to Snookis downtown. This was my first time visiting this pawn shop on Pantops and I’ll never go again

Jace Windu

2018-05

Pretty good shop. Not as friendly as people claim, but I have yet to go to a pawn shop in the last few years we’re they were a friendly as if I went to Kroger, or something. I’d say they are second to Dixie, in that respect. Prices were ok, but nothing to write home about. Good selection, though. Area is decent.

Christina Lancon

2016-05

Tobey's is always the first pawn shop we visit when we're looking for a good bargain. The shop is clean and organized, not overwhelming like so many pawn shops. The employee's are always courteous and professional. I've had dealing's with Tobey, and he is an absolute sweetheart! Incredibly happy for his success.

Doug Brooks

2018-05

Best Pawn Shop I have ever been in! I can't begin to list all the great deals I have got from Tobey's. I have purchased everything from firearms, jewelry, electronics and more all at exceptional deals. Please give them a try.

Epeeist

2016-05

I have bought and sold with Tobey's as well as used them for numerous FFL transactions. They are always super friendly, very knowledgeable and genuinely trying to help out. All pawn shops, actually just all shops in general, should be as customer service oriented as the staff at Tobey's.

Charles Ritman

2017-05

Tobey's is a great place and they are extraordinarily smart in how they run their business. Very friendly and they welcome economy - online gunbroker sales with low transfer prices. It brings them a lot of transctions to make up the low price and then some. Smart.

CODA Knight

2018-05

This isn't your average pawn shop. they are all extremely honest and quite pleasant to deal with when it comes to buying and selling. I have mostly used them for their FFL and firearms sales. They truly have the best prices comparable and slightly better than online sales. If they don't have it in store their wholesale dealer can get just about any thing. will be making many more future purchases, specially for Christmas!P.s. this goes for both shops!

Remy Rowdy

2020-05

Very knowledgeable staff: Thomas, Jessica, And Chad all took the time to answer any questions I had. The purchasing process was seamless and professional. The prices beat out the competition and would recommend them to all my friends and family. Thanks for the great service.

Shawn Bayles

2019-05

Tobey's is a great place to do business, most Pawn Shops dont have the best reputation, but Tobey tries to help people not take advantage of them. Great employees at both stores. Even Bill

Robert Tucker #CvilleCarDad

2023-07

Very easy to work with! Always treats me like family. Go see Jason at the Pantops location!