Gun smith?

[O'Mike]

Wanted to post an update on some information.

Took a civilian to Gander Mountain yesterday for 'ladies night'. They are having these twice a week now, from early afternoon to when they close the range at 7:00 on Tuesday and Thursdays. Had a real good experience.

We went late afternoon, and they had no other folks on the live fire range. Shot for most of an hour, used two Gander supplied targets.

After shooting we went into one of the virtual ranges. She shot the simulators for almost 30 minutes with an instructor. (Our choice to leave then, we were getting thirsty and Gringos is in the same parking lot.) The 'guns' in the simulator we used are CO2 powered replicas of real firearms, down to the weight, magazine change, simulated recoil, have to rack the slide, etc. The instructor was extremely helpful with her and we all had a good time. Volunteered to continue the instruction in the live fire range next time if we needed him.

Cost: $0.00

Only expense incurred was the ammunition we used that was purchased elsewhere.

Right now the deal is the woman can have one extra shooter with her for no fee, so I also shot free.

This is a good clean, friendly and safe facility. Any of you ladies that like to shoot, want to train, or would like an introduction to shooting should take advantage of this while it lasts. You should feel fine going in by yourself. If you bring in a gun, they will need to check it at the cashier at the front, they will mark any ammunition you bring in and strap your gun case closed. In the range, they will unstrap your case, check your ammo to make sure it is proper for your firearm, set targets up and assist you as needed.

The location that has the firing range is the store on I-45 at Cypresswood.


Good luck, and be safe out there.



A side note about Gander Mountain, I like the clean store environment they provide. It is not just a hunting/gun store, they have a lot of other things in the various departments from camping, fishing, grilling, shoes, clothes, etc. Not a fan of their prices, I can usually find same items elsewhere cheaper. For some it might be worth it to stop by Academy/WalMart and pick up a few boxes of ammunition before going. For others paying an extra dollar or so a box is not that big of a deal or worth the hassle. I will probably purchase a couple of boxes next time, to show appreciation for shooting for free.

They will buy your gun if you need to sell, for a lot less than you could get for it elsewhere (better ways to do that), but that is understandable they need to make a profit. Their firearm prices are higher also, I generally get all my firearms online these days for a substantial savings. If you don't know how to do this legally PM me.



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[bigwill832]

I haven't read through all of the responses. Have you take the LTC/CHL class? How much range time do you have under your belt. Never forget that not matter what the situation is, YOU are responsible for every round that comes out of that barrel and for everything that it touches...whether or not you meant to hit whatever it hits. That's something to think about before lightening up that trigger. Perhaps go get yourself some snapcaps and practice your trigger pull. That way you can strengthen your finger, get a better feel for the weapon, and it will end up being easier for you to pull.

[Vikki Markov]

My loves at Tac-47 Industries! In Spring, off Louetta. They are retired 5th group enlisted and still fast order federal parts from their KBR battle buddies up in Aberdeen. They will also train you to spot check the internal mechanisms yourself just so they dont have to lecture you later. For small issues they will smith on the spot. I'm only here holidays but they are ever so patient. My brothers love everything I buy for them here. Easy button fathers day gift store too. My men are spoiled rotten by this store. <3

[LexusLover]

Originally Posted by O'Mike

Wanted to post an update on some information.

You didn't skip the GAME on Sunday to shoot did you?

[O'Mike]

Originally Posted by LexusLover

You didn't skip the GAME on Sunday to shoot did you?

No, I posted that on a Wednesday. We shot on Tuesday...................... Ladies Night.


However, it would not have been the first time I missed a professional sporting event on TV to go shoot/hunt, and will not be the last.



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[Sistine Chapel]

Originally Posted by The2Dogs

Excellent advice.

I learned at a very early age that you never point a firearm at anybody unless your intent is to kill them.
And if you do, make sure they are dead. You do not want them taking the firearm from you and killing you.

^ To the OP - outside of the gun smith specific advice this is the best advice given.

I'd also add be mentally prepared to kill ahead of time. Whatever you do don't freeze; a lot of people get weapons, listen to talk radio, watch a few cowboy westerns and think they're ready for prime time.

edit: and make sure you plan for 3-4 assailants (it's how people roll these days); have 2-3 bullets prepared (on target) for each one of them and always be prepared to high tail it out of there as needed.

[LexusLover]

Originally Posted by O'Mike

No, I posted that on a Wednesday. We shot on Tuesday...................... Ladies Night.


However, it would not have been the first time I missed a professional sporting event on TV to go shoot/hunt, and will not be the last.



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I was referring to the NonProfessional Game with Notre Dame.