Attend a recent class and really consider it useful. The classroom instruction was clear and…read morerelevant. And additional personal experiences made for a comfortable atmosphere. The instructors did a very good job of making things clear, providing opportunities to ask questions, and making sure everyone got a chance to participate. The instruction at the range was the same . . . very clear and concise. Everyone was given the opportunity to fire the different handguns and was provided instruction and tips that made my personal experience a great one. I would definitely recommend The Hawaii Defense Foundation class to others. While I haven't attended a class given by other instructors, I found that this one met ALL of my needs.

Over the weekend I attended the basic handgun training course with Chris. He was highly…read moreinformative, professional, and a good instructor. I was able to shoot a variety of guns, which is very useful as I now get to go and buy one, and had all of my questions answered (Regarding ownership, laws, etc) in a way that was actually easy to understand, as opposed to the way the state presents it. I will be having my girlfriend attend the class shortly as well, and would recommend him to any of my friends.

Safety first. Super…read moreconvenient and easy to find. This clean and professional establishment provided us with knowledgeable and courteous experts, every moment of our appointment. We had helpful guidance from this friendly team, every step of the way. Beyond the shadow of a doubt, this was by far, the best shooting experience in Honolulu that we've done so far! Just go to their website, select the package you want, and book it online. He reserved the VIP Package which Includes the Target sheet, a 12-Gauge Shotgun, 5.56 AR-15, a S&W 15-22 Rifle, an AK-47, and a Tavor X95 9mm. He loved it, all five arms. I reserved Package A which includes the Target sheet, a Glock 17 9mm, a 22 Cal Ruger Rifle, a 22 Cal Revolver, and a 38 Cal Revolver. Not quite Dirty Harry but just as powerful with recognizeable recoil. As I brought in my target sheet, I surprised myself and others in the range with my marksmanship LOL We had a wonderful experience here!! Thank you 808 Gun Club!! Definitely coming back here!!

John took great care of my 80 year old dad, my cousin, and myself. He was super patient with us and…read morehe's an excellent teacher. We're pretty new to shooting and we had a great time learning how to properly use and fire our Glocks. The property is functional and all safety equipment was provided. Mahalo to John for a safe and exciting experience.

I have been a loyal customer to this establishment since its days in Pauoa, well before Dwayne…read morerelinquished command to David during their change of command ceremony, and I continue to support them at their current Kailua location. I would like to recognize David, Angelo, Tas, Jon and Jodin for their outstanding customer service and professionalism. Their knowledge, expertise, and willingness to assist customers--whether over the phone or in person--consistently make every experience a positive one. For those familiar with MAP pricing, IYKYK. Inquire within. The store offers an excellent atmosphere, a well-organized layout, and an impressive selection of firearms. Their inventory of handguns and rifles is exceptional, and if they do not have a particular item in stock, they are often able to special order it for customers. Their commitment to customer service, product knowledge/availability, and providing quality products has earned my continued business over the years. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a professional, welcoming, and knowledgeable firearms retailer.

I couldn't recommend this gun store more I'd give it six stars if I could…read more A lot of gun shops can feel intimidating, especially if you're new or still learning. Some places make you feel like you don't belong if you ask questions. That's not the case here at all. I walked in with no experience, and they took the time to help me understand everything. I left not only with the right parts and modifications for my AR-15, but they even installed everything for me. Since then, I haven't gone anywhere else. Their knowledge, professionalism, and willingness to help are unmatched. I also purchased an FCU for my SIG P320 from them they were the only shop on the island that had one, and they priced it fairly without trying to overcharge. I've bought hundreds of rounds of ammo from them as well, always at great prices--some of the best I've seen on the island. Most recently, I purchased a CZ Shadow 2 Compact, and it arrived on island in just two days. What really sets them apart is how well they educate their customers. They took the time to fill in my knowledge gaps and made sure I fully understood the pistol before buying it. That level of service is rare. Outstanding group of guys professional, knowledgeable, and very military-friendly. Highly recommend.

Just a knife collector here.... if you are looking for anything from a plain EDC pocket knife to…read moretactical / self defense knives, I must say that Gene's HGS gun store has an excellent selection of pocket knives. I've been to most knife shops in Honolulu, and Gene has by far the best selection when it comes to automatic OTFs (out-the-front), flippers, manual folders, and fixed blades. Sure there are other stores with a larger quantity of knives than HGS, but Gene seems to have picked the best in terms of both the high end (Microtech) and affordable/mid-priced (Cobra Tec) categories. Check them out, conveniently located at the intersection of Sand Island Rd and Nimitz Hwy. Then there are the hand guns and rifles! Looks to me like he has a super selection of the Best firearms money can buy! Highly recommended!

Great people, great services, nice prices , if you looking for something, check them out, if you…read morehave questions, check them out . I know , I go back to them .

I just took Marty's and Kanoa's handgun safety course. It was great. The atmosphere was fun and…read moreloose but serious about the important stuff. Most people passed the course, but not everyone, which tells me they have integrity and a sense of responsibility about what they're doing. You can expect the course to cover some state and federal law about firearm ownership, general information about the parts of handguns and ammunition, safety, maintenance, vocabulary, and use. Would recommend for people of all levels looking for an introduction to firearm safety.

So much fun at the handgun safety class!!! The instructors were very knowledgeable and precise. I…read morewould definitely recommend taking this class!!! Hands on with the guns was great. The attention to detail and technique instruction was awesome!! Thank you so much for making this an awesome experience for me!! I think I found my new hobby! An expensive but fun one!!

Really good service. Outgoing and knowledgeable staff. Glock Blue label dealer. Authorized Sig…read moreSauer dealer. A one stop shop for 2A, firearms sports enthusiasts. I'll be back

Great Customer Service, got what I wanted and Freebies; Shirt , Patches. Much Mahalo BNR Staff.read more

We did not have a good experience here :(…read more First of all, finding this location put us on guard. The neighborhood is sketch. According to their website, $50 membership is required. This establishment typically has customers that bring their own firearm so then there is a lane fee of $25. Also on their website, they offer a discount on the lane fee if you go a certain day, certain time, and show your Hawaii ID. Well we went there meeting all three criteria but didn't get the discount as advertised. Kinda sucked but oh well. After we signed the required forms, the guy had us pick out the target sheets we wanted. Then we were required to watch a safety video, which we couldn't hear loud and clear because of people talking around us. The employee then told us about the two door entry way to the lanes and being mindful not to let the noise get into the showroom. We picked a lane and laid our rifle bag on the bench. Strangely, the bench started rolling forward into the lane which didn't seem safe so we moved to another lane. We got our firearms situated on the bench that didn't roll and then tried to hang our target sheet but it was missing a clip and the cardboard was very worn, so we moved to another lane. There were empty shells all over the floor, maybe we were expected to sweep up after others but no one said anything. We shot up all the ammunition we purchased and then we were so ready to leave, disappointed. Of all the discrepancies, the main reason for this 1 star review was an intentional hazard caused by a young employee with arrogance. From the moment we walked into the showroom, he did not want to serve us. Since the only other employee was already with a customer, this young guy reluctantly came to our lane when I asked him nicely to show us loading our new shotgun. After he loaded the shotgun, he left the range. It wouldn't shoot so I went back to the showroom to look for him. As if he KNEW that something bad would happen, the young guy was NOWHERE to be found. So I waited patiently for the only other employee to finish his customer. Guess what, the shotgun shell was jammed! The older employee needed to retrieve a tool from the showroom to safely dislodge it! God forbid an explosion happened. To the young guy who loaded the shotgun incorrectly and intentionally caused risk of harm, I pray for you. Whatever causes your arrogance and ill intent, may God release you from all that and forgive you. This is not the kind of business that needs bad employees. We do not want anything like this dangerous episode to happen to anyone. We did not enjoy this experience. There was a serious lack of personnel and communication. We were put in an unsafe situation.

Get your guns and ammo with X-Ring Security and Firearms…read more This is my 2nd time and it's always been nice and fun! John is always ready to help and friendly. A friend took me here. This is his happy place. And it has become a nice place for me to make memories with him. It's nice how he carefully explain so that I can follow rules and safely shoot on the target. If you're thinking of becoming a member: - become a lifetime member for $50, yup, one time fee - free range time on your birthday - sign the waive once a year - member discounts Some deets before you go;) - open to members, public and first time shooters - no ammunitions or targets are allowed - foot wear is a required (closed toes) - minor must have a valid ID accompanied with an adult (personally don't recommend that you bring a minor) - magazine capacity must be limited to 10 rounds for handguns - if you are arriving with a firearm, it must be unloaded and in a case Thank you for taking your time to read my review. Have a great evening!

Staff were very friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. Huge selection of reasonably priced firearms…read moreand a wide selection of ammunition. Even had the hard to find ammo that I couldn't get many other places.

They have a great store with enough stuff to wanna look around and even buy some stuff, a…read moreknowledgeable and helpful staff and what is helpful as they have their own parking lot. I'll be at small but it is also not the most crowded place so I was able to easily find parking. I recommend this place