I haven't been to a gun range in a while and was happy a friend asked me to tag along with them…read more The person I came with has a membership, so i didn't have to pay to shoot this day. I had already brought my own ear protection and settled on buying a new pair of protective glasses. After I initially went into the range, a guy was shooting a really loud gun, and I went to ask if they had ear plugs. Apparently, they charge for this, but one of the gentlemen was nice enough to give me a pair in his personal stash for free. The staff here is really friendly. Jeff was also a nice guy who supervised customers in the actual range shooting. He shared stories and showed us pictures of some of his guns in his collection. Overall, this place is nice and the staff is professional. Until next time...

The power hungry and unprofessional range officers are disrespectful and believe because they wear…read morea red vest they can dictate anything that happens within the walls. Even when following safe practice and proper shooting techniques they try and make up rules to ruin your time at "their range". I will not being going back and I do not recommend going to any responsible gun owner who is trying to simply shoot and be left alone.

I have spent the better part of the last 6 months looking around for a solid 38/357 lever action…read morerifle. Not a cowboy rifle, but one to compliment my 357's, go further out range, and with a modern look. I've been told Henry Repeating Arms is king of the hill, and the reviews are outstanding, no question. I've been looking at their X line, but even with all the shops here in town, no one can get one, and the online dealers say they get allocated 50-75 a year ( - really?) I made a call to Metro Shooting Supplies this morning and spoke with Bradley, who was kind enough to have a legitimate discussion with me about the subject. He asked me what my primary use was. He asked me how often I intend to practice. He asked me if I had ever used one before. Basically, he cared about what I wanted and was there to help me. He then proceeded to tell me what he DID have in stock, and the differences & options that would get me 99% of the way to what I have been looking for all this time. I asked the price of the firearm, and he indicated that it's store policy not to quote a price over the phone (which I've experienced before in other states) so I confirmed that he had the two models he discussed with me in stock now, and I told him I'd be right there. I walked in the door, to a beautiful armory, and Brad was right there & recognized my voice...and had me come over to the counter where these two were located. The S&W he pulled off the rack was (for lack of a better term) love at first sight! The moment I picked it up, I knew it was coming home with me. To be honest, I've spent over 40 years with handguns of all kinds, and this was the first rifle I'd ever considered. Brad took the time to go over the model from muzzle to stock and how best to clean it, take care of it, and made a suggestion for a sling & a carry bag. I didn't even look at the other rifle until after I had started the paperwork, and while it was beautiful - price didn't matter at that point because that S&W was mine!! Brad told me I didn't have to make a decision right now and that I could think about it, but my mind was made up. The point of adding that is that it was abundantly clear to me that he cared more that I was getting the RIGHT one for me as opposed to a sale that day. That's not often the case. It wasn't until after the purchase was almost complete that I found out about the icing on the cake - this one came with a lifetime warranty!! How much better could I get? Oh yah, and one more thing - if ya purchase a firearm there, it comes with a free one year membership to the range!! Well, I had an enjoyable day and experience there, looked around a little more, and then thanked him and came home. I had purchased a green dot for another rifle last week, but had no clue when the rifle would arrive because the manufacturer was going through some changes. I went online and found out that the particular green dot I purchased was absolutely perfect for the S&W I just bought, so I called the store, and asked if they could help install the optic. Without hesitation, Brad said "bring it on in." I came right over and he put it on with no trouble at all as the firearm he sold me was already set up for such an optic. I asked how much he wanted, and he simply said "no charge"! Now, I've been shooting for over 40 years and I've been to my fair share of retailers from many states before. The operation that Steve K has built (the owner & CEO) was nothing short of spectacular. Ya walk in feeling like a member of the family, and not just another customer that might make a purchase. I've been going to other ranges over the years, and not for any particular reason aside from the fact that I knew some of the folks there. Well, thanks to Brad & Steve; I've found a new home! Thank you both sincerely for a tremendous experience! I'll be back and often!!

As a 21-year-old making my first legal firearm purchase, my experience at Metro Shooting Supplies…read moreon St. Charles Rock Rd in Bridgeton, MO was extremely disappointing and concerning. After selecting the firearm I wanted, I provided my ID and was instructed to pay the full purchase price ($800) before the background check paperwork was completed. While filling out the background check application, they had already taken my payment. Only after my money was taken did they say that the address on my ID did not match the address I listed on the application. I explained that the address on my license was old and that the application reflected my current address. They told me I needed proof of address. I then drove about 20 miles back home and returned to the store with a check stub showing my address. When I returned, I was told that it would not be accepted. At that point I asked for my money back since I never received the firearm and the transaction could not be completed. The founder, Steve King, and the general manager, James Tomlinson, told me that they charge a 25% restocking/cancellation fee. This made no sense to me because I never received the firearm and did not cancel anything--the purchase simply could not proceed. I was then told that I could not receive my $800 cash back, and that I would have to wait for a check in the mail with 25% deducted from my money. My question is simple: why was my payment taken before verifying that my identification and address met the requirements to complete the purchase? For a first-time buyer trying to follow the law, this experience felt extremely unfair. I paid for a product I never received and was told I would lose a large portion of my money anyway. I hope the owners review this situation and make it right. Until then, I would strongly advise other customers to make absolutely sure all documentation is verified before paying, because in my case $800 was taken before basic verification was completed.

When I signed up for this course, I didn't have any idea what to expect. I have not shot a gun…read moresince my time in the service in the Viet Nam era 1970s, and I am more than a little nervous about having one. My wife made me take the course because she is concerned that, as a club musician, I am an easy target. After all, I am the last person on the street (usually downtown or in Soulard), just got paid, and am carrying valuable amplifiers and other easily pawnable equipment. After all, my $1,200 amp will easily pawn for $25 anywhere by some douchebag meth head. So I purchased a handgun (9mm Glock 43) and took the class. It was located in a pretty run-down American Legion Hall in Maryland Heights, and was taught by an older gentleman, Dennis, who is a certified NRA instructor. At first, this made me more concerned because I am not a supporter of the NRA. He said that he was actually the youngest member of this AL post. He was really knowledgeable about all things gun-related. He is a veteran, experienced hunter, and an excellent instructor. The classroom portion of the course took 6 hours, and they actually flew by. There were only 6 students, and everyone was polite, interested, and participated in all the exercises and discussions, which covered everything from beginner (me) to advanced gun-owning. I truly learned a lot, from how to properly handle the pistol, to how to actually carry a concealed weapon, important legalities, and various scenarios and how they can play out in real life situations. Since there is no firearms range on the premises, we then caravanned to the Gateway Gun Club, where we shot 20 rounds in practice, then another 20 rounds, of which 15 must hit the target. Dennis was there supervising, and ensuring that each of us were safe and skilled enough to pass the shooting portion of the course. It would have been nice if the AL Hall would have had a range, but I really have no complaints at all. He helped me refine my grip and I put all 20 rounds in the silhouette, with 3 actually hitting the bullseye! My only real complaint is that once I completed the course, I had to take my paperwork to the St. Louis County Police Department in Clayton, which is currently like navigating through an obstacle course of barricades and narrowed streets. Now I just have to wait several weeks for approval and then go back there to pick up my official card. Cost was $85 for the course and $90 to the Police Dept. I appreciate everything I learned and may go back for the advanced course.

From the owner: We are not a shooting range facility, we offer a full array of firearm training courses for the…read morebeginning shooter to the experienced shooter. We schedule and conduct the Missouri Concealed Carry Weapon Classes with the greatest amount of flexibility for you. Courses are conducted in one day classes, or two or three day evening classes. All courses are at least 8 hours long and conducted with a maximum of ten students per class. We also offer Advanced CCW, NRA Basic Pistol Shooting, NRA Basic Rifle and NRA Basic Shotgun, NRA Personal Protection in the Home and NRA Personal Protection Outside the Home courses. Contact us today to get more information and schedule a course today!

This place has the best customer service and has a great selection of firearms. I would not go…read moreanywhere else. The staff is professional and treat you with respect they also have great prices..

DO NOT...I repeat...DO NOT USE THIS SHOP!!! I ordered a gun…read morethrough Davidson's Gallery Of Guns/Gun Genie and had it shipped to K.O. When I picked up the gun, they charged me $35 above the "Total Cost" listed on the Gun Genie website. The website "Total Cost" INCLUDED a "FEE" of $29.99 (which is above the "Taxes" listed). I have ordered 5 guns through Davidson's in the past and, in all cases, I paid the exact amount listed as "Total Cost". Well, NOT IN THIS TRANSACTION! I called K.O., spoke with "John" and mentioned the $35 discrepency and also told him he had written "Owes $267.16" on the end of the box. His employee said I owed $302.16 and I questioed her. She said it was "an additional Fee" and I said "a Fee was already included in the Gun Genie listing". I called Davidson's and they said they would call K.O. and discuss the discrepency. I called John later to see when I would get that extra $35 Fee back and he said "No Way! That's how I make my living. I called Davidson's back and they stated that I was correct and should NOT have been charged that extra $35. They are cutting me a check for that amount and also informed me that Kirkwood Outfitters has been removed from Davidson's Gun Genie account as a participant.

Michael was extremely knowledgeable about all things. Firearms related very helpful and has a great…read moreselection to choose from and can make any vision go from a dream to reality highly recommended.

Awesome service from Mike and Trudy!!! Fixed my Gamo weapon for a great fee!!!…read moreLoved the service and the store!!!

I've been here a couple times and been impressed with the selection and prices. They aren't…read morecompeting with the big box store around the corner, they're offering the stuff you cannot find at a big box or the tacti-cool focused LGS all over the area. A lot of the premium precision shooting and reloading brands/equipment/components are available and they can get you what they don't have. Brands that I've only ever seen online. Single best powder selection I've seen. The staff was super knowledgeable in an approachable not self righteous way.

The most knowledgeable staff I have ever encountered. This is a full service firearms, reloading…read moreand shooting accessories store, they even offer training courses for shooting and reloading. The classes are taught by competition shooters, class sizes are kept small for plenty of one on one instruction. They are my go to people.

I absolutely LOVE Cabela's for their life like wilderness displays and warm roasted nuts. I just…read morecome here to walk around and peep the scenery and grab my favorite toffee covered nuts. They offer a wide variety for your camping needs, whatever you need you should be able to find in store from tents to cookware to camping equipment, gear, archery, rifles, hiking, survival kits and MORE.

Chris at guest services was wonderful! Helped me with my club points, credit card benefits and…read morehelped me with a purchase. The store is always great, staff is friendly and so much from camping, hunting, home decor and clothing! Highly recommend!