Pawn 1 Orchard

Pawn 1 Orchard is a pawn shop in Boise, ID, located at 919 N Orchard St. The business operates as part of a privately owned specialty finance and retail enterprise with locations throughout Washington, Idaho, and Montana. It offers short-term cash loans against general merchandise, jewelry, music and gear, electronics, power tools, and luxury items. Customers can also sell items outright to the shop. The company provides free luxury bag authentication at select locations and allows customers to pre-qualify for loans on common items. All inventory is available for online shopping, and a mobile app is available to manage loans.

Mark Lax opened the first pawnshop in downtown Spokane, Washington, on October 4, 1979. Over the next 15 years, he expanded to Spokane Valley in 1983 and North Division in 1993. In 1994, he unified the stores under the Pawn 1 brand, launching a location in Hillyard, Washington, and a fifth location in Post Falls, Idaho, in 1996. The company has since opened fifteen more locations, stretching from Bremerton, Washington, to Idaho Falls, Idaho. The management team boasts over 100 years of combined experience. The business is independently owned and family operated, with the next generation set to build on the legacy established by Mark Lax. Core values include integrity, with a focus on ethical conduct, honesty, and accountability, and change, encouraging enthusiasm from all levels of the organization to drive growth and maintain a competitive edge.

The business holds a rating of 4.40. Customer reviews highlight helpful and friendly staff who assist with finding items within budget and provide genuine service. The shop serves the Boise area with a consistent experience rooted in over four decades of dedication and strong family involvement.