I like the range. Staff are friendly and range is clean. I did head down today as the hours on Yelp…read morestate they are open until 7pm. When I arrived at 4:40 the hours have changed with painters tape and new close times. Please update this on Yelp. I drove from Port Jefferson only to find out the place was closing in 20 minutes when I arrived. I didn't go in as all ranges I have gone to in the past only assign a lane if you arrive at leaast an hour prior to their close time.

I enjoy this range so much. I am a 73 yr old woman, and I just started shooting not even a year…read moreago. All of the guys are supportive, and helpful. They make Me feel right at home when I'm there, and I would highly recommend this range to anyone. I am sure You won't be disappointed.

The indoor gun range is awesome! Pete, Dan, and Chris are experts, and you can learn a lot from…read morethem! I took a class there, and it was definitely worth every last penny. You should really understand the responsibilities that come with holding and handling.

My go to for ammo purchases and a quick range trip to stay sharp. Great, clean, and professional…read morefacility.

I have been to the range many times; try to plan your visit when they are not busy--weekends and…read morebefore or after the hunting season. Things purchased at the range tend to be expensive but you are paying for the convenience. Go and have fun!

I came here and learned to shoot with Mike Marelli, and it was truly one of the best experiences…read moreI've had in a long time. I'm so grateful for it! Before we even started, Mike assessed which eye was dominant (something I had never known before) and explained why that mattered. Even though I'm a "lefty" when it comes to writing, he let me choose which side felt right to shoot from. I realized I do a lot of things like a "righty" anyway, so I trusted his advice and went with my right, and it worked out perfectly. Mike came fully prepared with everything: extra eye protection (I had lost my sunglasses somewhere in my car ), ear plugs, multiple guns suited to different comfort levels, and even a shoulder pad. I'd gone shooting once back in college and remembered it being fun but painful. This time? Zero pain, just pure fun What stood out most to me was how knowledgeable and passionate Mike is. This clearly isn't just a job for him, it's something he genuinely loves and takes pride in sharing. I only signed up for the lesson to try something new, not expecting to fall in love with shooting or want to return. But by the end, I absolutely wanted to come back (and hope to when I can afford it again!). I also really appreciated Mike's character. When I mentioned hunting, he explained that he shoots for sport, not to harm animals, and even told me he feeds local deer and rescues animals. That says a lot about who he is. The actual shooting lesson was such a cool progression. I started with orange disks on the ground, then moved to two at a time, then to flying targets launched from small machines on the ground and towers. By the end, I was hitting pairs -- first one flying straight back, then another soaring high into the sky. Each step came with clear guidance before each shot, encouragement afterward, and tips to improve or stay consistent. What really made the experience special was Mike's energy. Every time I hit a target, he got just as excited as I did. When I started missing a tougher one, he kept saying, "Trust me, I know you're going to get it." His confidence in me built my confidence, and that encouragement pushed me not to settle for "fun defeat" but to actually improve and excel. I even walked away with some transferable life lessons about committing to goals, applying feedback, following through, focusing, and staying self-aware. All in all, I can't recommend this experience enough. If you've ever thought about trying shooting, or just want to learn something new with a patient, passionate, and encouraging instructor, Mike Marelli is the one to learn from.

I visited in search of purchasing from them. The gentleman who greeted me was very friendly and…read moreprovided me with a ton of information and was able to provide me with everything I needed to complete my purchase. He then introduced me to another gentleman who gave me a lesson on my purchase and reviewed every detail with me. They had a large selection of everything you need and are similarly priced to other shops in the area. Everyone was friendly and knowledgeable and I would highly recommend them. Pro Tip: Wednesdays they are open later and it is less busy than other days of the week.

Great experience. It was my first time at this location. They had guns that you could try out and…read moreammo that you could buy there. We brought our own equipment. A worker came over to help adjust someone in our group and gave them pointers on how to be a little more accurate and safe in shooting for their first time. The staff was very knowledgeable and the value for what we paid was worth it. I've been told this location is much better than the one in Nassau County so we drove all the way out here for it.

Love this spot all the workers and staff are friendly and very professional! Great outdoor range!!read more

Maybe the owner might invest in some renovations perhaps hire a few people to ensure the people…read morewhom pay money to shot there firearms there someone besides his fucking ass, I myself felt safer in Bagdad in 2005

Good Friendly staff , things get done fast and help always provided . Was taken here by fmaily…read moremember and o go here now for any needs

Went here for the first time two days ago and can't say enough good things about this store, the…read morepeople here are very helpful and great to work with. Highly recommend

Super fun sporting clays spot! Haven't ventured into Skeet…read moreyet (in time!) If you haven't been to a skeet/trap/clays spot before, there are stations set up, with a short walk between each. Each location has a different launch pattern and surrounding woods. Unlike a rifle range, there is no cease-fire, no running for paper targets and no real cleanup (other than just dropping your spent shells into a barrel at each station. You can rent a shotgun at the office and shells are available for purchase, as well. Prices are reasonable, and the gentlemen in the office know what they're talking about.

I came here with a friend and did some skeet shooting while visiting NY. My friend is very…read moreexperienced in the sport and has all the different types of equipment, and he thought it'd be fun for me to try. I have never done it before and I was looking forward to trying it out. I am not sure how much it cost to do the shoot since my friend paid for everything, including the time for the rental and the ammo, but I am sure it was not cheap. My friend gave me some basic safety instructions and tips for shooting and off I went. I saw him go at first. He hardly miss any targets. It's a lot difficult than it looks. The gun is not heavy, but it's difficult to hold it steady and move along with the target. You tell the staff with the trigger when you want the skeet be released in the air before you try to hit it. You got to have good timing and aim to hit the target. I went about half an hour before I hit my first target, and that felt great. This is a nice place to do this sport. The shop on location got everything, including gun rentals, ammo, gears, and equipments it is a well run facility and the staff seemed organized and professional.

Beautiful spot, good people. It's a tiny range with a big idea--creating a supportive shooting…read morecommunity that emphasizes safe practices while having some fun.

This place does a great service for a crazy cheap price in a state that is not super firearms…read morefriendly. Keep it up...you are incredibly unique and appreciated.

Stumbled in here on a trip to visit some friends and I'm so happy I did…read more Benson's offers 2 of the most important things when purchasing or shopping for firearms. 1. Selection, you can see and feel your options which helps lead to making the right decision. 2. An educated staff. They're able to answer the tough questions and once again assist in making the best decision for your purchase. It's a no frills store, no gimmicks, no nonsense. Top notch selection and staff, 5 stars all the way!

"I can't recommend Benson's Gun Shop enough. From the moment you walk in, the staff makes you feel…read morewelcome, whether you're a seasoned shooter or a first-time buyer. Their support throughout the purchasing process was top-notch--they took the time to answer every question without making me feel rushed. The service is truly excellent; they are knowledgeable, patient, and clearly care about matching you with the right equipment rather than just making a sale. If you want a shop that treats you like a person and not just a transaction, this is the place to go." I purchased several guns and plan on purchasing several more!