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I went to Bailey's right after I bought my first handgun, a Springfield XDm 9mm. I have fired friends' guns but never owned my own and by no means do I know a lot about guns. I bought some cheap ammo at Academy and set out to Bailey's. Apparently, Monarch shells don't eject properly from the XDm and I needed to be shooting Winchester (according to the springfield rep on the phone). After a few casings didn't eject properly, I went inside to ask for some help. The guy working there laughed at me and asked if I was new to guns. I didn't know some people are born with all encompassing gun knowledge but I am not one of those people. He sold me some other junk ammo for an exhorbitant price that didn't work either. I spoke to Springfield later that day and they told me I needed better ammo for the match grade barrell. I haven't had any problems with Winchester. The slow, rude rangemaster and the inconsiderate people working inside the shop have no business dealing with the public. I work in a fine dining steakhouse and enjoy the opportunity to help people learn about good food and wines. I don't treat them like idiots. Being in a hospitality business, it frustrates me when a business that treats its customers like garbage is still operating. I'd never go there again and not only will I not recommend it to anyone, I'd try to persuade them to go somewhere else. I'll drive 45 minutes to marksman indoor range every time I shoot because the guys there are helpful and respectful.