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Shoot Smart in FW has Shield & XDs for rent!
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BritOnTour »
Thu Jun 28, 2012 4:24 pm
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If there is anyone out there wanting to try a Shield or XDs before you buy, in Fort Worth just announced that they have both pistols available for...
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lol.
They classify some of their rental guns as premium and charge more. I'm not sure which ones. Sorry I can't help more.
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Wed Aug 29, 2012 9:25 am
Copperhead Creek Shooting Club - Marble Falls, Texas
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camorider »
Tue Aug 28, 2012 4:51 pm
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100 yard rifle, covered
25 yard pistol, covered
500 yard rifle
2, tactical bays
skeet
trap
archery...
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It's a 45 min drive for me, but I like shoot there.. Often combine a long weekend of riding there as well.
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Tue Aug 28, 2012 5:22 pm
The Arms Room founder Bill James passed away
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thatguy »
Sat Aug 25, 2012 6:34 am
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William Bill James who is the owner and founder of The Arms Room indoor gun range passed away Friday, August 24th around 200pm after a five year...
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He taught me how to properly shoot my first K98 which I bought from his shop.
He will be missed.
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Mon Aug 27, 2012 3:20 pm
Tactical Firearms on Mason Road- Katy Texas
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wetboyz »
Sat Jul 28, 2012 8:44 am
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You must go to Tactical Firearms on Mason Road in Katy Texas-- outside Hosuton.
State of the art filtration, targets, etc. You can run full auto,...
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From their website. Girl with shottie in the front. Finger near or on the trigger with muzzle pointed at co-workers head area..... :shock: :shock:...
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Sat Aug 25, 2012 8:52 am
Disappointed in Elm Fork
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RottenApple »
Thu Aug 02, 2012 10:08 pm
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Went to Elm Fork with my son today after work to put some lead down range. He was going to shoot my Marlin 60 (.22) and I was going to shoot a...
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went this afternoon and used the 50yrd range for the first time, the RO's were excellent.
Explained up front about requiring me to use the 25yrd...
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Thu Aug 23, 2012 6:34 pm
Abilene
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Cjwglock19 »
Mon Aug 20, 2012 8:53 pm
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Going to be in town on business, may have some down time? Range suggestions :fire
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Abilene gun club North range, on east lake rd.
Open from 9ish to 6 7 days a week now. Great bunch of folks - we have brand new pistol pits, covered...
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Wed Aug 22, 2012 11:28 pm
Any good outdoor ranges in South Forth Worth
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daniel2002p »
Thu Aug 16, 2012 10:23 am
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I am looking for an outdoor range in S. Ft Worth (I live in the I20/Hulen area)... I don't mind a little of a drive but driving an hour to a range is...
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I went to Alpine this weekend in the morning. While its not the most modern range I am digging it. Will be coming here from now on as it's close to...
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Sun Aug 19, 2012 7:22 pm
webers Gun Range
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tommyg »
Sun Aug 19, 2012 5:52 pm
I went to Weber's range in Troy Texas for the first time. The staff were polite and helpful.
The range is right on I35 between Temple and Waco....
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Sun Aug 19, 2012 5:52 pm
On Target - Ft. Worth
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Iunnrais »
Mon May 21, 2012 9:46 am
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Went up to Ft. Worth this weekend to visit a friend of mine and we decided to go out and exercise our Colts a bit. Didn't feel like dealing with a...
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On Target is actually in Wheatland (Whiskyflats) Texas. Very well run and proffesional place. Went to them when Texas went CHL and did all my...
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Wed Aug 15, 2012 4:37 pm
New Gun Range in North San Antonio
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SewTexas »
Tue Jul 03, 2012 1:36 pm
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this is the new Lone Star HandGun range
yeh, we're thinking of joining...uh huh, sure, I just happen to have that sort of $$$$ sitting around, maybe...
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I'm assuming then that the family membership includes all the guns you want to bring? I see on their website ( that they charge per gun. Bexar...
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Mon Aug 13, 2012 8:41 pm
Shiloh Shooting Range
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MMac »
Tue Jun 14, 2011 6:42 pm
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Shiloh finally replaced all their A/Cs and just added more lighting. So it's nice and well lit in the ranges and the new units keep it much more...
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Glad to see that people like Jeff who own/operate businesses that we frequent are astute enough to come on here and prove that they are willing to...
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Last post by Blindref757
Sun Aug 12, 2012 12:06 pm
Great Southwest Gun Range
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Ropin »
Sun Jan 23, 2011 2:03 pm
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This place is fantastic!
The facility is clean, well-lit and airy. The people who work there are gun guys, and you can tell. Something else you can...
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Never been treated so well in a gun store (or any store for that matter) by each and every one of the employees as i was at Great Southwest. I didn't...
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Sun Aug 12, 2012 4:51 am
Great Customer Service: Great Southwest Gun Range
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Razorback »
Tue Feb 14, 2012 11:36 am
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What's the old saying? If you get Good customer service you tell 1 person but if you get Bad customer service you tell 100 people or more.
I want...
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I like this range as well. This is where my CHL class did our range qualifying portion of the class. The employees there were awesome.
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Last post by Pistoldoc
Sat Aug 11, 2012 8:45 pm
NW San Antonio Ranges
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txal »
Sat May 19, 2012 7:22 pm
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Hi all,
I'm looking for a range in or near my area (78217) that is open in the mornings and/or evenings after 6.30pm. I'm not available 1pm to...
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78217 is NE SATX. You might try onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; which is just up Nacogdoches Rd. outside Loop 1604. They aren't open...
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Last post by WinoVeritas
Mon Aug 06, 2012 9:58 am
Woo!
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Dave2 »
Tue Jul 24, 2012 1:30 am
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Today I learned that shooting ranges aren't nearly as much fun as a few good friends and a large backyard with a berm at one end. :fire :fire :fire...
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45 minutes isn't that much worse than what I've got now, but an hour is pushing it, at least for a daily commute.
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Last post by Dave2
Mon Jul 30, 2012 3:43 pm
Bullseye Range and Guns located in Duncanville, TX
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bwilie »
Sat Mar 10, 2012 3:56 pm
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I live in Waxahachie and am looking for a good range that is a reasonable drive. I went by Bullseye Range in Ducanville to check things out. Seemed...
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More likely a ricochet concern. You really don't want bullets striking metal. They tend to fly in unexpected directions.
Here's a guy shooting a .50...
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Last post by sjfcontrol
Fri Jul 27, 2012 12:45 pm
Gun Range Demanding Too Much Personal Info
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Jim Beaux »
Mon Jul 02, 2012 7:17 pm
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Ive been to different ranges throughout the country and have never had to provide much more than my name and sometimes asked to sign a waiver.
Today...
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I know it's the same info. I just like my privacy, and like to protect it as much as possible.
I can usually tell ahead of time if someone is...
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Last post by Katygunnut
Tue Jul 24, 2012 1:22 pm
The arms room
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Fire1141 »
Fri Nov 26, 2010 9:51 pm
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Just so my opinion is out there. I went to the arms room on we'd and was very impressed. Very clean, cool, and everyone left me alone. The Rso made...
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PSC is closed to new memberships. I believe you can sign a waiting list.
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Last post by WildBill
Fri Jul 20, 2012 11:04 am
Anyone N. Au/Pflu/RR Area Want to Go Shoot?
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BigDan »
Fri Jun 20, 2008 5:02 pm
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I was wondering if anyone in the North Austin, Pflugerville, Leander, Cedar Park, or Round Rock area want to go shooting some time next week. I was...
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If you guys don't mind someone who's still learning, I'd love to find a regular shooting buddy or 7. Would be a good way to get my butt to the range...
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Last post by newTexan
Wed Jul 18, 2012 2:41 pm
Changes at Uncle Georges in Glen Rose.
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Deltaboy »
Fri Jul 13, 2012 7:23 pm
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Went and took my daughter to UG a coulple of weeks ago and got a rude suprise.
1. The cost had gone up to 10.50 an hour vs the 8 bucks they charged...
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Why do people buy land/houses next to gun ranges and airports and THEN complain about the noise?
I would consider the sound of gunfire and airplanes...
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Last post by LeonCarr
Tue Jul 17, 2012 9:28 pm
Top Gun Shooting Club
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BSB »
Fri Jul 13, 2012 7:52 pm
I took my 13 yr. old son with me to work on his CAS skills. He told me about 3 months ago that he wants to shoot Cowboy Action. I don't have to tell...
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Last post by BSB
Fri Jul 13, 2012 7:52 pm
San Antonio - New Gun Range
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jmorris »
Thu May 31, 2012 8:01 am
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Twice a weekday I drive by the Nardis Public Safety store at I10 & I410, northeast SA. Today, for the first time I noticed a new sign there. Nardis...
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I thought the same thing -- wonder what it is if you're NOT a member? :headscratch
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Last post by sjfcontrol
Mon Jul 09, 2012 3:43 pm
need a range (besides Bailey's)
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Rusty Wrenches »
Fri Jul 06, 2012 7:52 pm
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I would like to go hit some paper and some clays on Sunday and would rather not go to Bailey's. Any suggestions?
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PSC does skeet on Wednesday's and Sundays.
But I am not sure if it is a requirement that you be a member to compete, or pay an extra amount for the...
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Last post by Teamless
Sat Jul 07, 2012 5:58 am
Tips & Suggestions for Building a Private Range?
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AdioSS »
Sun Jun 24, 2012 3:39 pm
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I've looked through the topics posted here & didn't see much that fit what I'm asking about. :read:
I recently bought a nice chunk of land that has...
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I haven't looked at it in a while, but as I recall, the source book is still very useful. I recall there being sample range designs and layouts. Berm...
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Last post by sjfcontrol
Mon Jun 25, 2012 7:06 pm
Heard a rumor about a new Range in Katy
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whodat1 »
Mon Jun 27, 2011 4:32 pm
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There is a gunshop on Mason road in Katy called Tactical Firearms. At present, the have a virtual firing range. That's to say they have these rooms...
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Boy some of you guys are abusing yourself's at the range. I can go to hotwells on tuesdays and shoot pistol all day long for $5.00. Last time rifle...
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Last post by one eyed fatman
Sun Jun 24, 2012 2:27 pm
El Campo shooting range?
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big 54r »
Sun Jun 24, 2012 11:10 am
I was looking to see if there is a shooting range in El Campo?
If there is one in El Campo is it a training range or a flat range?
thanks
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Last post by big 54r
Sun Jun 24, 2012 11:10 am
Bad Experience at Top Gun - Houston
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rusty86 »
Mon Oct 03, 2011 6:59 pm
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I have been going to Top Gun for a while, and putting up with their ridiculous prices for range times because it is convenient for me and it has AC....
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Haha at the comic...
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Last post by egonpax
Fri Jun 22, 2012 6:15 pm
Celina/Prosper gun range
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R3dbull »
Fri Jun 22, 2012 10:27 am
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Visiting a buddy out in Celina/Prosper area this weekend and wondering if anyone knew of any gun ranges in that area?
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Red River in Sherman is a good range--and an easier drive than into Plano!
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Last post by JustMe
Fri Jun 22, 2012 2:02 pm
Lead Abatement
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teddy salad »
Tue Jun 19, 2012 11:18 am
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While shooting at the Arms Room recently, I noticed a new sign posted in each shooting bay. It was a memo from management regarding practices to...
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Yes, I took the advice of a fellow reloader and bought my D-Lead from a place online that caters to people who do stained glass work. Got a bunch at...
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Last post by teddy salad
Tue Jun 19, 2012 4:44 pm
Texas gun range to host children’s birthday parties
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MoJo »
Mon Jun 04, 2012 5:38 pm
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In the DFW area should be open this summer, great idea and well thought out.
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One mile from my house. I can't wait!!! :hurry:
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Last post by camjr
Sun Jun 17, 2012 7:32 am
why no JHPs at some ranges?
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space cat »
Sun Jun 10, 2012 1:10 pm
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pretty much what the title says. i'm wondering why they don't allow shooting JHPs? i'm referring specifically to one indoor range in houston, but...
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I don't know why anyone would care about plated vs. non-plated .22 LR. Maybe the plated .22 LR produces less airborne lead do to side blast .
The...
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Last post by WildBill
Wed Jun 13, 2012 7:30 am
places to shoot
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KevinC »
Thu Feb 09, 2012 9:34 pm
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Hello, my first post . My wife and I are moving to the Dallas area in May or June. So I just have a few questions. For starters, Do I have to shoot...
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D/fw ranges …. Elm fork shooting range (Dallas) … bullet trap (Plano) target master (garland) The Gun Zone (mesquite) …. Garland public shooting...
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Last post by barstoolguru
Fri Jun 01, 2012 12:59 pm
Good shooting this morning at Elm Fork
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Sasnakra »
Sat Mar 17, 2012 7:39 pm
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Been a long time since I shot at Elm Fork (members at TargetMaster). Wife and I met several friends and had a very good experience. Top notch Range...
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It’s in Dallas on the Irving line, Luna rd. at North West hwy (north side). it's actually part of the elf fork golf course owned by the city of...
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Last post by barstoolguru
Fri Jun 01, 2012 12:39 pm
Spring Guns and Ammo.. great place
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NighthawkGRP »
Sat May 26, 2012 9:55 pm
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Shot here many times... Good people and good range to shoot your weapons...
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Locked as duplicate. Please see previous topic.
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Last post by Crossfire
Sun May 27, 2012 10:16 am
Frisco Range Coming Soon!!!
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Aflick666 »
Sun May 20, 2012 2:32 pm
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I just found out a new range is opening in Frisco by the end of the year!!!! :hurry:
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I am so...
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When you first join a site and have a desire to post something, maybe you should try the search function?
You're late to the party............
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Last post by AEA
Sun May 20, 2012 2:48 pm
Family outing
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olafpfj »
Tue May 01, 2012 9:02 pm
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So I just finished prepping my .50 cal Hawken for a range trip and asked my 7 year old son if he wanted to see me shoot it. He said Yes ......
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I love my family days at the range, my 7 y/o son has a cricket 22 and loves shooting. My 14 y/o son likes shooting my Glock 34, and my 12 y/o...
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Last post by smilner01
Sat May 19, 2012 6:47 pm
Place to shoot Grayson County
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brc726 »
Mon May 14, 2012 5:38 pm
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I am aware of Red River firearms, but am looking for some land to shoot on. If you have any suggestions i would love to hear them.
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Not quite Grayson County, but is east of Leonard on Hwy 78.
They have a range out to 500 yards.
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Last post by Pawpaw
Mon May 14, 2012 7:35 pm
Best Shot Range Sundays 6-8
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fm2 »
Sat Jan 07, 2012 1:26 am
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We are getting started back up this Sunday. We will work on drawstroke and run some shooting drills. I am thinking on working par time from...
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We had a good group tonight working on malfunction clearing, using cover, and a little one handed shooting. Because of holidays, teaching...
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Last post by fm2
Sun May 06, 2012 11:30 pm
bad experience gun range
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mike1113 »
Fri May 04, 2012 5:12 pm
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Went to a gun range in weatherford tx. The place is pretty new they also sell guns ( not going to name the place, but if u live in weatherford there...
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To the OP, I am typing this as politely as I can, if you did not like that then I would not recommend going to a range, especially indoor, where full...
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Last post by PUCKER
Fri May 04, 2012 11:39 pm
Visiting Dallas, range info
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justherenow »
Thu Apr 19, 2012 7:27 pm
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WIll be in the Dallas area at the end of May, drivng down to pick up my kids and will have a couple days to kill before they get there. I am bringing...
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I've been shooting out there for several decades now. Good folks. Like you, it's a bit of a drive but I've rarely ever regretted it.
JD
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Last post by jdkinman
Thu May 03, 2012 11:00 pm
Gander Mountain Academy in Spring, TX
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Lodge2004 »
Sat Oct 15, 2011 3:31 pm
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Was suprised last weekend when I visited the Gander Mounain on I45 in Spring. They have just opened a Gander Mountain Academy inside the store. Got a...
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I think, in theory, there is 8 hours of lecture time and 2 more hours allotted for range time giving a total of 10 hours. However, its been a LONG...
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Last post by C-dub
Tue May 01, 2012 7:17 pm
Shooting at your "favorite" range versus "not-so-favorite"
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LookieLoo »
Tue Feb 28, 2012 9:00 pm
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I can understand wanting to shoot at your favorite range, but why not shoot at those not-so-favorite ranges? Putting any safety concerns aside, you...
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I choose one range over the other in HOuston because the range marshalls are all over you 24/7 at the other.
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Last post by g31357
Sun Apr 29, 2012 6:33 pm
Conceal Carry when going to the Range?
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toreroalum »
Fri Feb 25, 2011 6:58 pm
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I learned as an adolescent shooter to always be respectful of range rules and policies. Being a new CHL holder, I am wondering if it is best when...
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I agree, why not just ask them how they want to handle it? Then you won't have to get into it .
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Last post by sjfcontrol
Sat Apr 28, 2012 8:02 pm
Houston Range that allows shotgun
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cajunautoxer »
Thu Mar 29, 2012 10:03 am
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So I need to get some trigger time with my Saiga 12. SInce the Arms Room doesn't allow shotguns I need to find another range. Indoor or outdoor is...
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American Shooting Center in George Bush Park.
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Last post by striker55
Fri Apr 27, 2012 3:00 pm
range in driftwood?
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ghostrider »
Mon Apr 23, 2012 10:57 pm
At the Dripping Springs Wild game auction, there was a round of clays auctioned off. I think it was a place called Hog Heaven in Driftwood (Hill...
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Last post by ghostrider
Mon Apr 23, 2012 10:57 pm
Texas City Shooting Range
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Ldy AlliDu »
Sat Apr 21, 2012 5:14 pm
NOTE: Pistol and rifle range will be temporarily closed April 23-27, 2012. The skeet trap fields will remain open during that time.
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Last post by Ldy AlliDu
Sat Apr 21, 2012 5:14 pm
What's the best outdoor rifle range near Denton?
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rthillusa »
Thu Apr 05, 2012 11:14 pm
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Taking my daughter-in-law and son to the range a week from Saturday. We've always driven to the Garland range, mostly out of habit, but with the...
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Why the bad rap on Quail Creek? I have been there many times, and have never had a problem. I have, however, seen the RO's remove problem shooters...
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Last post by Ozzy_Roughknuckles
Mon Apr 16, 2012 3:06 pm
New Valley range
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Jasonw560 »
Mon Apr 16, 2012 1:23 pm
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Just joined a new range. The kinks are still being worked out. Gated access, very reasonable rates. Must be a member or a guest of a member for...
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Yikes! Not exactly The Bullet Trap !! :shock:
Closer to the zoo originally linked to! :evil2:
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Mon Apr 16, 2012 2:45 pm
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Last post by SewTexas
Sun Apr 08, 2012 10:24 pm
Top Gun Range Hearing Loss Case
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Capt Roy »
Fri Apr 06, 2012 7:18 am
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I found this one real interesting.. Turning up the vol on electronic ear muffs..
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Do not confuse this gun range in Houston area with the Top Gun Shooting Club (Range) in Lenard, TX.
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Fri Apr 06, 2012 10:17 am
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