Pulaski County Business Spotlight: Post Pawn Store 8/18/10

Our second weekly business spotlight features Dan Boorom, owner of Post Pawn Store.  Post Pawn Store is open Monday-Friday, 10:00 am until 6:00 pm, and Saturdays from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm.  They are located in the Gateway Shopping Center, outside of the main gate of Fort Leonard Wood.  The store has been owned by the Boorom family since 1986.  They have all types of merchandise, new and used,  for sale, and most items come with their 30 day guarantee.  You can "like" Post Pawn Store on facebook at www.facebook.com/postpawnstore.  Dan can be reached, at the store, at 573-336-3441. 

Pulaski County Fan Pages:  What is pawning?

Dan Boorom:  Pawning is when a customer brings in an item and we loan them money on the item.  They have 90 days to redeem the item, for the original amount loaned, plus a service charge.

PCFP:  Do you watch "Pawn Stars"?  If so, is it a realistic portrayal of the Pawn Industry?

DB:  Yes.  It is somewhat realistic.  In this area we don't see the older items like you see on their show, or the planes, cars, and motorcycles.  But you never know what might come in the store.

PCFP:  What is the most interesting, or unusual item, that someone has brought in to pawn?

DB:  A gold filling with a tooth is always unusual.

PCFP:  What is one misconception that some people may have about pawn shops that you would like to clear up?

DB:  The movies always show them as being dark, dirty, and shady places.

PCFP:  What are some of the items that people can bring in for pawn, trade, or to sell?

DB: Firearms, jewelry, electronics, musical instruments, tools, and anything that might be worth selling.

PCFP:  Other than Post Pawn, what is your favorite hidden gem of Pulaski County?

DB:  The Hub Restaurant.