About
City Armory – The Pursuit of Security, Sport & Leisure.
Rooted in the American Dream. Forged through discipline, service, and grit.
City Armory is a veteran-founded gun store and armory in Wake Forest, North Carolina, born from the conversations that happen when two dads meet at their kids’ Catholic school. Conversations about shared values, mutual respect, and a deep appreciation for the role firearms play in personal responsibility and freedom.
Founded by Jason Mendieta, a former U.S. Army Infantryman, and Matthew Stutzman, a lifelong firearms enthusiast, City Armory is more than just a retail gun store. It’s a place where quality, integrity, and purpose come together to serve everyone—from first-time buyers to seasoned professionals across the Triangle.
We offer a curated selection of firearms, gear, and accessories, backed by in-house services including custom rifle and pistol builds, certified Cerakote, firearm cleaning, laser engraving, and other armory services that keep your equipment ready for real-world use.
At City Armory, we believe:
Security starts with training, discipline, and the right tools—responsible firearm ownership supported by honest guidance, not pressure.
Sport is a craft—refined through repetition, focus, and the right setup for the range, competition, or the hunt.
Leisure can still be sharp-edged, built for those who find joy at the range, on the line, or in a well-executed custom build.
We take our time, stand behind the work, and help you make the right decisions—whether it’s your first firearm or your next custom build in Wake Forest, NC.
Why Choose Us
Built Different
City Armory wasn’t built to be flashy—and we’re not here to prove anything. We’re here because this work matters. The weight of it, the responsibility, the craftsmanship—it all counts. We don’t cut corners. We don’t rush people through. Whether you’re coming in for protection, performance, or peace of mind, you’ll get straight talk, clean work, and a space that respects what firearms are really for: security, sport, and leisure. No theatrics. Just standards—from a local gun shop in Wake Forest, North Carolina that takes the work seriously.
Our Team
Jason Mendieta
Co-founder
Jason Mendieta is a former infantryman with a steady, disciplined approach to leadership. His background shaped how City Armory in Wake Forest, NC was built—deliberate, detail-driven, and grounded in responsibility. He believes firearms should serve a purpose—whether for security, sport, or leisure—and that ownership begins with understanding, not impulse.
For Jason, the shop reflects the things he values most: discipline, honesty, and responsibility. It’s not about selling as much as it is about doing things right—and creating a place where clients feel respected, not rushed, when they walk into their local gun store.
Matthew Stutzman
Co-founder
Matt Stutzman is a builder by instinct and by experience. He’s spent years working with firearms—understanding their mechanics, refining their function, and troubleshooting the details others overlook. At City Armory, he leads the technical side of operations, from in-house cleaning and repairs to custom builds, Cerakote, laser engraving, and armory services.
Matt approaches his work with patience and precision. For him, the goal is simple: every firearm that leaves the bench should be reliable, well-fitted, and built with purpose—whether it’s for security, sport, or leisure—and ready for the demands of real-world use in and around the Triangle.
Information
744 Merritt Capital Dr, Suite 105
Wake Forest, NC 27587