Frequently Asked Questions

Bring in your item. We assess its value and offer you a collateral-based cash loan. We hold your item securely — it’s fully insured while in our care. You come back to reclaim it by repaying the loan plus a small service fee within 30 days (plus a 7-day grace period). If you choose not to reclaim it, the item becomes available in our sales inventory. No credit checks, no paperwork hassles.

Absolutely — that’s the whole point. Every transaction is a pawn loan, which means you always have the option to retrieve your item. Just repay your loan within the term and your item is returned to you.

We accept electronics, power tools, hand tools, gold, silver, jewelry, watches, musical instruments, gaming consoles, cameras, sporting goods, and more. If you’re unsure whether we’ll accept your item, bring it in or call us at 587-391-4364.

We research current market values using multiple sources including recent sold listings, brand databases, and live spot prices for precious metals. Our goal is always a fair loan amount, and we’ll explain how we arrived at the number.

Yes! We accept all karats of gold (9K–24K), silver, and platinum for pawn loans. We use XRF testing technology to determine purity accurately without damaging your items. Everything is tested and weighed in front of you. You get cash instantly and can retrieve your gold or silver anytime within the loan term.

We hold items for 30 days, plus a 7-day grace period. Need more time? Just come in or call us — extensions are easy.

Bring two pieces of ID: one government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport) and one supporting ID (health card, birth certificate, or credit/debit card with your name). This is required by Alberta law and FINTRAC regulations.

Yes! Browse our full inventory at pawnshopbowness.com/shop. We also list items on eBay, Reverb, Kijiji, and Facebook Marketplace. We ship across Canada.

Monday through Friday 10 AM to 7 PM, Saturday and Sunday 10 AM to 6 PM.

#125, 6404 Bowness Road NW, Calgary, AB T3B 0E7 — in the Bowness neighbourhood in NW Calgary.

Yes! Pawnshop Bowness is part of the Pawnshop Superstore family, which has been serving Calgary for 34 years across 3 locations.

Yes, we ship across Canada for most items. Some large or heavy items are local pickup only. Shipping details are shown on each product listing.

Absolutely. All transactions are handled discreetly and securely. Your personal information and reasons for pawning remain strictly confidential.