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About Nakestores – Byrna Premier Dealer & Training Center
A Family Business Built Around Safety, Service & Byrna
Nakestores began its dedicated Byrna business in 2022 with a focused purpose: specialize in Byrna less-lethal launchers and give customers more than a place to simply buy a product.
As a family, safety, security and service are important to us. Our family has personal ties to U.S. military and law-enforcement service, which helped shape our respect for responsible protection, preparedness and professional training. For privacy and safety, we do not publicly identify individual family members or their assignments.
We wanted to build a Byrna store where customers could ask questions, compare launchers, experience products in person, receive hands-on education and training, and continue receiving knowledgeable support after their purchase.
Our Journey
Nakestores grew quickly, but our focus remained the same: specialize in Byrna and build real product knowledge around the people who use it.
Nakestores Begins
Nakestores begins its dedicated Byrna business as a family operation specializing in Byrna less-lethal launchers and compatible products.
Upcoming Dealer of the Year
Nakestores receives Byrna recognition as Upcoming Dealer of the Year as our specialized Byrna business continues to grow.
Dealer of the Year
Nakestores is recognized as a Byrna Dealer of the Year, reflecting our growth, product knowledge and commitment to Byrna customers.
Dealer of the Year Again
Nakestores receives Byrna Dealer of the Year recognition again in 2025, marking back-to-back Dealer of the Year recognition.
Recognized Byrna Dealer
Our growth has come from staying focused on Byrna. Rather than trying to be everything to everyone, we built our business around understanding Byrna launchers, ammunition, CO2 systems, accessories, maintenance, compatibility and responsible use.
2023 Upcoming Dealer of the Year • 2024 Dealer of the Year • 2025 Dealer of the Year
More Than a Byrna Retailer
Buying the right launcher is only part of responsible ownership. We focus on helping customers understand the platform, choose compatible equipment and learn how to operate it safely.
Byrna Product Specialists
Byrna is our specialty. Our team works directly with Byrna launchers, ammunition, CO2 systems and accessories every day, allowing us to help customers compare platforms and understand compatibility before purchasing.
Customers who are researching different models can also use our Byrna pistol comparison guide to compare current pistol-style platforms.
Hands-On Byrna Demonstrations
Customers can visit our Van Nuys facility for hands-on product education and free Byrna demonstrations. This gives customers an opportunity to experience the platform and ask questions before deciding which launcher best fits their needs.
Professional Training
Our team has completed Byrna instructor training, including the Byrna Civilian Instructor Course. Qualified members of our team have also completed Byrna law-enforcement instructor training.
We provide private hands-on instruction covering safe launcher operation, handling, maintenance, readiness and practical use.
Byrna Training With Certificate of Completion
Eligible training options include an extended Byrna launcher course with a certificate of training completion. This option provides more extensive instruction than our standard private training session and is available for customers seeking documented completion of Byrna launcher training.
Who We Serve
Nakestores helps customers looking for responsible less-lethal protection, whether they are purchasing their first Byrna launcher or expanding an existing setup.
- Individuals and families seeking less-lethal self-defense options
- Current Byrna owners looking for accessories and compatible equipment
- Customers seeking hands-on launcher education
- Private security professionals
- Customers seeking professional Byrna launcher training
Accessories by Launcher
One of the most common questions we receive is whether a particular magazine, holster, sight, light or other accessory works with a customer's specific Byrna model.
To make compatibility easier, we created our Accessories by Launcher resource so customers can start with their Byrna platform and find compatible products.
Visit Nakestores in Van Nuys, California
Our Byrna showroom and training facility is located at 7822 Balboa Blvd, Van Nuys, CA 91406. Customers can visit us for Byrna product guidance, hands-on demonstrations, launcher comparisons, accessories and professional in-person training.
About Nakestores FAQ
Learn more about Nakestores, our Byrna specialization, demonstrations and professional training.
What is Nakestores?
Nakestores is a family-owned Byrna Premier Dealer specializing in Byrna less-lethal launchers, accessories, product education, demonstrations and professional in-person training.
When did Nakestores become a dedicated Byrna store?
Nakestores began its dedicated Byrna business in 2022, focusing on Byrna launchers, accessories, education and training.
What Byrna dealer recognition has Nakestores received?
Nakestores received Upcoming Dealer of the Year recognition in 2023, followed by Byrna Dealer of the Year recognition in 2024 and again in 2025.
Does Nakestores offer Byrna training?
Yes. Nakestores provides hands-on Byrna launcher training. Members of the training team have completed Byrna instructor training, including the Byrna Civilian Instructor Course, and qualified personnel have also completed Byrna law-enforcement instructor training.
Does Nakestores offer Byrna training certificates?
Yes. Eligible in-person training options include a Byrna launcher course with a certificate of training completion. Course availability and requirements should be confirmed when booking.
Can customers try a Byrna launcher before buying?
Yes. Nakestores offers hands-on product education and free Byrna demonstrations at its Van Nuys facility so customers can learn about different launcher platforms before choosing a model.
Where is Nakestores located?
Nakestores operates its Byrna showroom and training facility at 7822 Balboa Blvd, Van Nuys, California 91406, serving customers throughout Southern California and online.