They were an absolutely fantastic local gun store. I'm not sure what happened to them, one day they…read morewere there and the next, not. I bought all of my firearms through them, and would not mind making all of my future purchases through them if they are still around. I heard Bernadette retired, congratulations to her. I hope this business is still around.

I purchased a firearm online and selected North American Firearms from their list of FFL's that…read morewere local to me after I sent over a quick email confirming the service and fee. Communications were handled via email and everything went as smooth as it could. Bernadette and Jeff are some of the friendliest people that I've met in this community and I will certainly be doing business with them again in the future. One thing to note - some FFL's will start the waiting period at the time of sale as described by the Illinois State Police as it relates to gun sales and transfers. Some FFL's will start the waiting period as soon as you fill out the Form 4473. It's neither here nor there as to who is doing this correctly but at the end of the day, your FFL policies is what you end up following. North American Firearms starts the clock upon filling out the 4473 so just keep this in mind. Best bet is to make the online purchase, head over to fill out the 4473, and by the time your firearm is received by them your background check should be clear and you're good to go.

I've been using [Instructor's Name] for my CCL renewals for years, and I couldn't recommend him…read moremore highly. I was actually one of his original students, and it's been great to see how consistently professional and dedicated he has remained over the years. He is extremely knowledgeable and does an excellent job explaining not just the legal requirements, but also the practical, real-life situations that responsible concealed carry holders may face. His instruction is clear, informative, and grounded in real-world experience, which makes the classes both engaging and very valuable. If you're looking for a concealed carry instructor who truly understands the responsibility of carrying and takes the time to prepare his students properly, he is an outstanding choice. I'll certainly continue using his services for my renewals in the years ahead.

Instructor was very professional, fast, explained all changes in law, I've been there for renewing…read moreCCL.

Standard Force came to my house for a private concealed carry training course. Having them come to…read moremy house was a huge benefit, as all of the classes offered in my area are only on the weekends. The 16 hours class was spread over 2 days. Jerome and his training partner were VERY knowledgable of the complicated laws surrounding Illinois' concealed carry law. Jerome takes his training responsibility very seriously and I finished the class with full understanding of the responsibility I now have. I highly recommend Standard Force to anyone needing a firearm instructor that will work with your busy schedule.

My boyfriend and I purchased handguns when visiting Texas and needed an FFL dealer here to ship…read morethem to. With the current market for firearms in this country, it was hard to even get a call back from gun shops that also performed FFL transfers, presumably because they were so busy with sales right now. Very glad to have found Suburban Arms Transfer. Marissa is very responsive and prompt, and setting up an appointment for the transfer is online and very easy. Fees are very reasonable as well. Although they also do consignment sales of firearms, their specialty is FFL transfers, so you can rest assured your request is not going to fall into a pile like it might at a gun shop who doesn't have time to bother with your $25 transfer when they are trying to sell $700 guns. They are in the northwest suburbs, and it's a safe and nice area. Bit of a hike from the city, but worth the convenience to know that the process was going to be very streamlined.

My wife and I came upon there booth at the Bloomingdale Septemberfest and we chatted and picked up…read moresome information regarding their services. My wife is a novice with firearms and I have some experience with them but she has always wanted to take the Concealed Carry class. Very nice people and explained everything we asked. I was more drawn to their FFL services personally!! I found a nice rifle out of Texas and sent a few emails regarding their procedures and not only were they answered but responded to within the hour! Their website is laid out nicely and easy to navigate with concise procedures and information. I made the purchase and paid for it. SA was already notified and they texted/emailed as soon as they were in possession of the rifle. Made an appointment (next business day) and went to their location, filled out paperwork, inspected the rifle (which was secured in a very nice safe) and I was done! Maybe 30 minutes because they were VERY streamlined! My wife wanted to take the Concealed Carry class through SA so we signed up and was SO pleasantly surprised! The class was for Oct 16/17th (16 hours) and we completed the course Day 1 feeling really good! Actually all I can say is WOW!!!! My wife whom is a novice was so engaged and made to feel extremely comfortable throughout the entire process! Day 2 was classroom and then range time. In the classroom Sean explained everything and even broke down the laws in laymen terms as well as everyday scenarios so everyone understood it! Range day- Sean and Pat were phenomenal! Extremely safe and very fun! They kept everyone engaged and mixed things up nicely to limit any down time! If anyone is even remotely thinking about taking a concealed carry class I can not emphasize enough how good Suburban Arms is! They also take good care of Veterans!!!! Cant wait for the next level of training they offer! If you are on the fence regarding their services just jump off and jump in because you will not be disappointed by the level of professionalism!

I just shot with Gale one on one and this was the most positive experience I've ever had while…read moreshooting. I struggle with confidence and she made shooting extremely enjoyable and I'm very excited to come back. For the first time in a long time, I feel confident on the range.

Teaching gun stupidity. The legal landscape governing…read morechildren's access to firearms varies widely, with significant debate over the balance between gun rights and child safety. Ethical considerations also play a crucial role, as parents and guardians grapple with the responsibility of gun ownership while ensuring the safety and well-being of their children.

Carmine was extremely helpful with my licensing and super knowledgeable! I am so glad I took his…read moreclass! Would definitely recommend him! Will be telling all of my friends and family about him.

The weekend Alpha Koncepts concealed carry class was extremely well taught. Thomas is truly an…read moreexpert in his field. He presented the curriculum in a way that made the class flow naturally and kept everyone engaged. He made the material interesting by sharing real-life experiences from both his students and his own life. He also has a great sense of humor, which made the long weekend enjoyable. Thomas thoroughly prepared us with the knowledge necessary to legally conceal and carry in Illinois. He did an excellent job getting us ready for the shooting qualification, including proper holster draws and safe firearm handling. I hadn't shot a firearm in years, and my wife had never shot one before -- yet we both passed. As long as you follow directions and prioritize safety at both the range and in the classroom, anyone can succeed. I researched multiple concealed carry classes in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs, and Alpha Koncepts was by far the highest rated. Thomas has been teaching concealed carry classes since it became legal in Illinois, and his experience shows. If you're serious about taking a concealed carry class, I highly recommend Alpha Koncepts. Thomas is not only a great instructor, but a genuinely great person as well.

I took my CCL class it was really good Thomas is really…read moregood instructor he explained alot about this stuff he trained me really good and i felt comfortable in his class he gave all the information i really needed

I was initially hesitant to go to the class as it did not have many ratings; however, upon calling…read morewith questions, the instructor Matthew, was the only location (out of 6 called) to actually take the time to answer my questions before I even paid. His customer service to a non paying person is what sold me to sign up for his class. Upon entering the class, Matthew was very welcoming and initiated conversations with all of the people in the class to make everyone feel welcomed and comfortable. The class size is small (8 in my case) which helps make the training more personal. This is a big change from most range classes where they normally take 20+ students. Matthew is extremely engaging with the class all while teaching all the requirements. Not only does he take the time to make sure each person understands what he is trying to teach but he breaks it down even further (if needed) to eliminate any confusion. He is welcoming to any questions you might have and he does it in a way that feels like you are learning from a best friend and not a monotone instructor. Before and during the shooting section, he took the time to make sure everyone knew how to be in correct stance, correctly hold the gun and made any adjustments which would help you succeed in your shooting test. This is the type of instructor who wants you to pass!!! He knows how valuable time and money is and will make sure you walk out of the class with a CCL Certificate by helping out any way he can. I am definitely recommending him to anyone who is thinking of getting a CCL. I know for sure, I will be back when it's time to renew my license. Great Job Matthew and thank you for everything!!!

Great teacher, great experience, and great way of explaining all policies and safety methods for…read moreConceal Carry Licensing. Definitely recommend him.