I took my concealed carry class (CCH) with the team at Practical Arms, what a great day…read more Professional, relevant instruction from active law enforcement professional, professional firearms instructors etc.... I attended the class to get my certificate to apply for the NC concealed carry permit, but I left class with so much more. Most importantly I have a greater respect and understanding of my rights and responsibilities as a gun owner. I left feeling more confident in the operation of my firearm and how to safely handle and care for it. Will be heading back for some of their more advanced classes. Great team of professionals.

I had a great experience for the concealed carry course. The instructors are very knowledgeable and…read morepatient. The lecture portion of the course was very informative and did not seem nearly as long and dreadful as it could have been considering that it was an all-day course. These instructors seem to have a true passion for what they do and will take the time to ensure that you are comfortable with not only handling a firearm, but also that you are knowledgeable about the legal aspects of owning one. They also offer private lessons and various skills classes including cleaning the firearm, tactical, basic shooting, etc. The range location that I attended was in Concord and it is an outdoor set-up. The set-up is very basic, but more important is the hands-on instruction that is provided. Even though I brought my own firearm on both occasions that I have gone, they offered to give me a brief rundown of the mechanics of my gun. During my actual range time they were helpful in providing tips to improve my accuracy and for handling the firearm. I certainly look forward to setting up a small group for private lessons here in the near future.

Signed up for the SC CCW course and it was great. Humorous and serious in nature it was a good…read moreday. 8 hours of legal coverage, practical use of firearms and range safety plus a 50 round session to prove that you knew how to handle and use firearms. I especially appreciated how serious they were in covering the law and individual responsibility when it comes to carrying a concealed weapon. Exactly how it should be. We were finger printed, filled out the necessary forms and applications and those of us who passed the written test and the range session were given our graduation certificate along with an envelope containing all we needed to submit to the state. Just had to write the check and send it in. They offer a wide variety of courses so check them out. Why this ended up as a three-star rating is that although their training programs are super, their store offers a limited selection of weapons, accessories and ammunition. A lot of that is economy dependent and might improve when the economy does. They do have weapon repair services and I did have a sight replaced with quick turn around.

whoop whoop I'm the first to review! I was just in here…read morelast weekend and purchased my first gun. The guys in there were great! I had my daughter with me (don't ask) and they had a ball with her. Plus they helped me get a gun that was suited for me and not just one i picked because I liked it. They are very knowledgeable and helpful in there. Plus they offer classes so if you are a rookie they can help you with that as well. Everything you need they have and if they don't have it I'm sure they could order it for you. They also can change the color of your gun there and adjust various settings on your gun. This place is awesome and they will continue to get my business! Love them:)

I came in with zero experience, having never so much as touched a gun, but with the hope of…read morelearning to shoot so I could concealed carry for self defense. I took two personal instruction lessons with Sam, and he was absolutely wonderful!! I was very nervous, and he was so patient and helpful. He even went over my allotted time to make sure I had enough time to get comfortable shooting. I really appreciated his emphasis on safety and his patience with me when I was overwhelmed. He immediately noticed and politely corrected every mistake I made (and there were a lot), and encouraged me to challenge myself a little when he felt I was ready. After my second lesson yesterday, I talked to Sam about purchasing my own pistol so I could practice with the one I would actually be using. I was considering a new Glock 42, but he pointed me towards a used Sig Sauer P365 380. The whole team was SO helpful throughout the process and helped me get an amazing deal!! I really appreciate that he wanted me to get a gun that he felt was a better fit for me instead of encouraging me to get a new one so I would spend more money. He was genuinely interested in and concerned about making sure I got something good quality that I would be comfortable using. It's clear that everyone who works here cares about each other and truly loves what they do, and it makes for a really awesome environment. Thank you so much to Sam and the whole team at The Range at Ballantyne for making my learning experience so comfortable and for answering all of my bajillion questions! I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone of any experience level.

The best range to go too. They're very helpful and got what ya need for sure. Had to purchase a…read morefirearm from here and everything was smooth.

I have been stopping in at Bull Moose Guns for years now. They recently changed their name to Bull…read moreMoose Tactical to reflect a change in ownership. Stopping in is like stepping back in time, to the days before it was all about being a business transaction and into a time when you felt appreciated as a customer, even if you were just browsing. And you never know what you would find in their inventory. 100 year old milsurp? Got it. Current tactical firearms? Yes. Everything in-between? Absolutely. With their constantly changing selection of new and used firearms, it is worth stopping just to see what they have in inventory. I have purchased firearms from them and have taken my time looking them over, talked with the staff about them and have always been satisfied with the deals they offered. Someone commented that they felt cheated by not getting much for a firearm they sold to Bull Moose, and I get it. The most you should expect is about 50% of the average sale price on recent completed auctions. This means if you take the gun that you paid $600 for to them, and they see that used it will sell for around $400 online, you can expect at MOST $200. Sure, $200 for a $600 gun can seem like you are getting hosed, but that is not just this shop. That is any shop that needs to warranty and assume the risk of being able to even sell the gun at all. In fact, most shops I have dealt with are closer to 25% to 33% of recent sales value, so you'd get even less than $200 most places. In the end, this is a great place to browse, talk, compare and feel no pressure as you look for the best fit for your needs. Small businesses like this are how you should shop all the time.

Great prices and good selection. Bought four pistols in last two years…read more All were well serviced and looked good.

Great selection of new a used firearms, Tory is always great to work with. He makes the process…read moresmooth and easy. If you are looking for a great local gun and ammo shop that also has anything else you could need (tools,TVs,and game systems).

Again Bobby's pawn and gun in Gastonia did a great job in providing excellent customer service…read more I needed a auto loading 12 ga shotgun..looking for a new Winchester...just days from opening day of dove season. Like a dummy ..I thought I would find one in stock within 50 miles of Cramerton NC..being only a few days before the season.. doubtful that I would be able to order one in time. Not a gun store .. anywhere had a good auto loading in stock. I called Bobby's three or four days before dove season open and they found one to order...the exact Winchester I wanted...it arrived the very next day...I couldn't believe it. It just reinforced the fact that they will always be my go to store .And I have tried most all within Gaston Co and beyond.

The instructor had a chill vibe and a conversational style of teaching. He breaks down very…read moreimportant points, crucial to gun safety, as well as best practices when handling firearms and interacting safely with law enforcement officers. We spent the morning going over safety procedures at the gun range, shooting from different distances and then we spent the later part of the day learning how we would ideally conduct ourselves while carrying a firearm. And we were also prepared for the next steps to successfully obtain a concealed carry license. Drick is passionate about teaching the community how to handle firearms safely and obtaining the necessary paperwork to do so legally. You will literally have a "blast!" taking this class. I felt like I was sitting down with a cousin who happens to know everything about firearms. So Yes to this! Five out of five! I totally would highly recommend.

This review is overdue. I attended the Firearms and Training class on the morning of Saturday,…read more04-01-23. I am not currently a gun owner, but I wanted to educate myself on proper usage and the laws regarding gun ownership. I didn't know what to expect but whatever my expectations were, they were greatly exceeded! They were novices such as myself in the class as well as current gun owners and prior military; this was a co-ed class. They had refreshments available, to include good coffee. This is a Black owned business, and I was happy to patronize. I also purchased a unit of pepper gel and a book during our break. We did not go to the range during this class but were told we could go on our own time. I tried to use the "contact us" section of the website to get info about scheduling my range practice. I did not get a response, but this review reminded me to look at pictures I'd taken during class. I have emails and telephone numbers for the instructors, so I'll be reaching out tomorrow. If you're considering taking a course or purchasing a fire arm, you won't be disappointed using Black Diamond.

Let me clear up some of the nonsensical comments I'm seeing about poor Customer Service. Now, I'm…read moreone of the most discerning customers and pain in the tuchases you are going to meet. Let me break this place down to you--great proximity to the Charlotte region. Nestled away, I was able to find this hidden gem easily. I felt safe from the moment I entered the door. There are no issues with parking; they have a large and well-maintained parking lot. They offer a wide selection of firearms for rent at a fair price for your use. This wasn't an issue for me; I brought my own guns. The staff were excellent - a young gentleman and a lovely young woman were working on the Sunday afternoon I visited. Both staff members could not have been more knowledgeable, helpful, and pleasant. Everyone had a great attitude, which was incredibly refreshing. I felt extremely safe. I hope this review doesn't attract the typical losers I've met at other rangers near CLT. Fellow range users were very friendly and showed an interest in getting to know me. Price was right! - I would consider the membership; it's just that my schedule can be a little erratic. Would definitely return. Once again, I want to stress how pleased I was with the level of safety and the quality of the facilities.

Do NOT utilize this range for an FFL transfer. I strongly suggest transferring at Eagles,…read moreBlackstone, or Point Blank. Do NOT purchase a firearm from this store if you do not have a CCL. For example, California redacts certain information (ie. birthdate). Due to this, any background checks come delayed because California requires manual checks. This range will make you wait far past the legal limits and brady law. 20-30 days is asinine. There are plenty of other ranges and gun shops around that do not play games like that. The actual range itself is nice and targets are a good size. I might come here to shoot every once in a while when Eagles isn't an option, but as for anything else; I suggest going elsewhere.

Excellent instructor and classes. I took the 2 basic classes along with my conceal carry…read more Instructor very knowledgeable, patient and thorough! Just signed up again for my 4th class with her. Afraid of guns? Don't worry, so was I and am now shopping for my very own!

Fantastic instructor and instructions. I left the session feeling confident and no longer afraid of…read moreguns. The instructor is patient and covers things in details with real live scenarios. She will work with you and is very flexible. I look forward to my next class on gun safety.