I appreciate the supportive confidence the woman-owned shop offers. The knowledgeable staff…read moreprovides guidance and training opportunities that fit all levels of experience. I highly recommend this small business also because of their advocacy in Annapolis for OUR 2nd amendment rights.

Today was supposed to be an enjoyable first experience at the shooting range for us. It was my…read morefriend's birthday, and we were all looking forward to having a good time. Up until we reached the Gun Range counter, every staff member we interacted with had been welcoming, respectful, and genuinely pleasant. Unfortunately, that changed the moment we spoke with the employee at the Gun Range counter -- the one with ginger-colored hair. When he asked whether it was our first time shooting, I answered honestly that it was my first time. My husband also mentioned that our friends would be arriving shortly and that one of them, who teaches Senior MilitaryTactical Fire Arm Instructor for 19 years would be helping us. Instead of responding professionally, the employee made an unnecessary and disrespectful comment. He said, first, that it was "freaking awesome," but then immediately followed it with, "people in the military are the worst shooters we've ever encountered." Our friends haven't even arrived yet. That statement alone was aggravating, unprofessional, and completely out of line. He didn't even see or talk to our friend before making that judgment. It was insulting not only to our friend's service but to anyone who has served. His tone and attitude were dismissive and condescending from that point forward. It is completely unacceptable for a man who has risked his life in service to this country to be spoken about or to be belittled in such a manner. He then turned to me and said he was "honestly concerned" that this was my first time shooting -- speaking to me as if I were a child rather than an adult customer. I already struggle with confidence, and his approach was unnecessary, rude, and completely inappropriate for someone working in a customer-facing environment. Instead of making me feel safe, informed, or supported, he made me feel judged and talked down to. When I entered the gun range, the same employee who had already made unnecessary comments about it being my first time shooting continued to behave unprofessionally. He stood there staring at me and making a face that was clearly judgmental and unwelcome. His demeanor made me extremely uncomfortable. I ended up firing only one round before deciding to leave because the environment he created did not feel respectful, supportive, or appropriate for a first‑time shooter. What makes this even more disappointing is that my husband was planning to take classes there and buy his guns. After this interaction, it's clear that this employee needs to be addressed. His attitude, his comments, and the way he speaks to customers are unacceptable. He needs to be reminded of what professionalism looks like and how to treat people with basic respect. I would also like to note our interaction with the second gentleman who approached the counter. He was very polite and spoke to us in a respectful, reassuring manner. When I mentioned that the previous employee's behavior had made me feel nervous, he responded by saying, "Oh yeah, he's a ginger -- he's just like that. He's not as bad as he seems." Although he was kind in his approach, his attempt to excuse the earlier unprofessional behavior was inappropriate and did not address the underlying concern. Since I am aware that your facility has a history of reviewing camera footage to justify an employee's behavior, I want to clarify what was occurring at that moment. After the employee's inappropriate comment, my husband was simply trying to talk to me and lighten the mood because he could see that I was uncomfortable and upset. His intention was to reassure me, not to escalate the situation. He was simply trying to calm me down and reminded me not to let an employee's overinflated ego interfere with my ability to enjoy the experience. I would find any response that deflects accountability for your employees actions is unacceptable and disrespectful to our Men and Women of our Military.

Had a great time learning about gun safety here! Highly recommend! John was entertaining and…read moreengaged with us the whole time!

If something makes you uncomfortable or you lack a skill, i believe you should step into it and…read morelearn as much as you can. My husband and I took our HQL certification class with Master Arms & Tactical. It was fun and relatable! Instructors are very informative and take time to answer questions. Plus, they are super patient! The class held a mix of students from every background and skill level, which made it feel super inclusive. They walk you through the MD Gun Laws. They teach you what firearms are and aren't. There is a practical session to just get familiar with holding a gun if you haven't done that before. They instruct you on the mechanics of shooting, with stance, sight, breath and firing. Then you get to shoot a hand gun. It is inside the classroom with a crayon shot...which was nice because it wasn't too loud. They must be pretty good because I hit the target square on my first try!...and I've never fired a handgun before! I would recommend Master Arms & Tactical if you need your HQL class or if you are just trying to understand something you don't have a skill in!

This place is basically an adult playground in the best way. They have everything here, including…read moresurprisingly great food. My wife brought me to GUNTRY for my birthday, and it was an awesome experience from start to finish. We kicked things off with a simulation session, which was so cool. I am already planning to do it again. The shock pack that zaps you when you get hit is wild. It is a little crazy, but honestly really fun to try. We spent an hour at the range afterward. It is definitely loud and a bit tight, but it gets the job done. The staff was friendly, patient, and very helpful the whole time. The retail shop is huge too, with tons of firearms and accessories to browse. We ended the night at their cigar and whisky event, and that was a great time. The whisky was strong and plentiful, and dinner was delicious. It was all catered in house by the cafe. Pricing is pretty reasonable overall. Their lesson rates seem lower than a lot of other places I have seen, although I have not had a chance to take one yet. My only complaint is that I wish it were closer. I live in DC, so it is definitely a trek, but it was worth the drive.

This range is fabulous,one of the best range I have ever been to. They offer an array of services…read moreand lane choices from 25 yrd to 50 yrd to 100 yrd all indoor too. There is an Armory for weapon issues if needed, WELL TRAINED, range instructers, and an unbelievable cafeteria for after you shoot with an EXCELLENT menu! Training classes, safety classes, advanced classes, female only classes and more not to mention severly discounted prices for joining of of the many Club Membership options. I recommend with 5 Stars ABSOLUTELY!

The friendliest gun range in town .. Nothing could be more factual. Great prices we bought 2…read morefirearms here, wife took private lessons, we received our MD Wear and Carry Permits and renewals as well as 2 others and other training. Membership highly recommended for savings Great value! Thank you guys Rick and Missy Enos

Pro: moderate size parking lot, clean interior. Con:…read morebathroom. Came here to do my HQL class and it was fairly quick and simple. Moderate size parking lot so no issue finding a parking space. Upon entering I check in with the staff in front and then headed upstairs to where the class was held. Our instructor Stephanie was engaging and made class fun. Got our fingerprint done during class and then after the lecture we went and did some live firing. One of the downside is the bathroom only has 1 urinal and 1 stall, on this day the urinal was out of order so a long wait time to use the bathroom since only have one stall. All in all, it was a very straight forward process to completing the class and getting my HQL certificate and I would highly recommend anyone who in the area and need a HQL class to get it here. As for me I won't be back unfortunately due to the distance, gas price, and having to drive through dingy Baltimore to get to this facility.

I absolutely LOVE this store! The guys there are all so helpful friendly and knowledgeable. Eric,…read moreJake, Benny, Chuck and Vince tou guys have never let me down. I just bought my 3rd firearm from there in a year. Not 1 regret, never made to feel dumb or anything but welcome Thank you 10/10 Rick Enos

Still the best in the area for all your firearm needs. The lowest transfer and consignment fees in…read morethe region by a mile. If they don't have it in stock, Tyler's can order it and have it in store ready for pickup in a week. They also have a nice selection of suppressors and make the form 4 process a breeze for anyone new to the world of NFA. 10/10 for service, quality and value!

This was such a fun experience! We went with a big group and they were excellent from training to…read moreguidance while in the range. We were very new and they told us exactly what to do. We felt very safe with them and staff were so helpful and friendly. We got to try lots of different guns as well. I highly suggest coming here if you want to try shooting and are new, or if you are experienced as well!

Went to help a friend learn how to shoot a new fire arm she purchased at a gun sale. Regretfully…read morethe gun was badly warn and defective. Luckily I had brought mine along. Range safety personnel were friendly, provided her helpful tips, and we are going back this week for her to try some rentals. Great prices!!!

My wife and I took this course together, and it was an awesome experience. Mark brought great…read moreenergy, made the class fun, and kept everyone engaged the entire time. He's very knowledgeable but explains everything in a way that's easy to understand, no matter your experience level. You can tell he cares about people actually learning--not just getting through the class. We both walked away feeling confident and well-informed. Highly recommend

I took the 1-day "Renewal Course for DC Concealed Pistol License and/or Maryland Wear and Carry" in…read moreJuly 2026. I took the full 2- day course for the initial permits 2 years prior. My comments apply to both. Mark Briley (Capital Defense Instruction LLC) and George Lyon (DC Learn to Shoot) did an outstanding job with their tag-team style of instruction. From the beginning, the Capital Defense website for course registration was easy to navigate, and the various classes are offered regularly, making the entire sign-up process a breeze. The classroom instruction was excellent, with both instructors able to offer insights and tips based on their vast personal knowledge and experience. Both were able to deliver a common sense approach to self-defense, going beyond just the required curricula and legal aspects and explain in plain language how to think about various self-defense scenarios. The live-fire range test was equally satisfying, with a flexible scheduling process and Mark providing helpful insights, tips, and encouragement during the actual live fire. I plan to return for my required renewal training in the future.

Want to start out by saying "Thank you PTP". I currently own my own firearms that I purchased prior…read moreto the Maryland legislation act for "Regulated Firearms". I did this as I was informed incorrectly mind you, that IF you purchased your "regulated" firearm you would be grandfathered in. Meaning I would not need to take any additional courses. I thought, great. Well I have since come to find out that you do indeed need to have additional hand gun courses if you want to purchase a hand gun. All this law does is make the general law abiding Maryland resident put out more money to the state. This law will and has not stopped any criminal from doing what they want. With all that being said, let me tell you my opinion on the HQL (Hand gun Qualification License) Class I took on Saturday in Callaway, Maryland with PTP and Ryan Gass and all his fellow PTP staff.. The day starting out wonderfully, it was a normal July day, nice and humid. I got there around 7:45 for the 8am class, got in line, signed in and had a seat. Ryan came in and said we would be holding off for just a few minutes to let some last minute people to either finish signing in or to show up. Which is nice that he was willing to hold off for a few minutes, you never know what traffic can be like. About 8:10 we started, I figured (like most) here we go, time to just keep my eyes open and not fall asleep, boy was I wrong, Ryan was great, he was polite, funny and most important engaged and very informative. Yes, I already knew a lot just from being around guns, but I have to admit, I did learn a lot too. Every question was answered directly and towards the group and all the questions that where asked, he was able to answer without hesitation. The class was less than 8 hours long including a couple of breaks and lunch (provided I might add). During the class one of the things you need is to have finger printing done, this is required to obtain your HQL in Maryland and PTP had a person on site to do it, HQL also required at a minimum a single shot from a fire arm. I was thinking to myself, there are a lot of buildings around here and I know darn well, PTP knows they can't do that here, so I figured we would all have to finish the class and meet some place to do the shot, NOPE, they have a system set up to where the shot can be done on sight and well in all the laws. Very cool. I would tell anyone that wants to get their HQL to contact PTP and get your training through them for a few of reasons. 1. Very knowledgeable 2. They come to your area, vs. having to drive all over who knows where 3. Friendly staff 4. Small classes 5. Lots of guns to tryout (if you sign up) 6. Prices are not going to break your bank.

I completed the Multi-State License course in September 2024, but I've continued to experience…read moredelays in receiving my Florida, Utah, and Arizona licenses. I recently contacted the Florida Department of Agriculture to check on the status of my application, but they were unable to locate my record. Given that I paid $1,500 for the One Stop Shop - Premium package, I'm very concerned that I have not received the services promised. I would like to request a refund or discuss alternative options to resolve this matter but no responses.

This will be long! I searched google for HQL/wear carry training near me. There were several. 3/7…read morewas only a few miles from my house. I reviewed the reviews. Nearly all 5 stars so I decided to give it a shot. My first experienced was signing up. The webpage is clean and easy to navigate. I used the live chat for questions and the owner Will responded in real time (not some automated bot). Five stars for the website! My wife went first for an HQL. She is shy and never held a gun. I was nervous about her going alone. Will, said he would take good care of her. She came home beaming with pride. SHE DID IT! She said Will was very kind and patient. She said she loved the course. So we went and bought her her first firearm (S&W Equalizer 9mm). Now me. I went next for a wear/carry on 6/24, 6/25. I only own a 357 revolver. Will was gracious enough to let me use one of his personal semi-autos. I am not implying he does this for everyone. You are expected to bring your own firearm and should, but he graciously made an exception. His resume was impressive. I liked the fact we both did Basic Training and AIT at Ft. McClellan Ala. and were both MP's. You could tell from the opening moments of instruction he was prepared. He had a nice blend of mixing the formal PPT material with classroom interaction and hands on exercises to keep the students engaged. I appreciate this since I was an instructor on US ARMY Depo's for many years. I am a vet. I could have skipped the training with my DD-214, but I am sure glad I did not! Will taught me about things I was not aware of, from tactical techniques, to laws, to how to apply for my permit. Well worth my time and money. Never once felt "bored". I have six pages of notes crammed with important information from the sessions. On the range, I felt comfortable and safe. He took command of the range. I scored 100% I shook his hand and left. I will use him again for recertification for sure. Oh, I forgot to mention his wife is available right in the classroom for you fingerprinting needs. Trophy to Will.

From the owner: LiveScan Fingerprinting and Firearms Training - BOOK Online!…read more Fingerprinting Evening & Weekend hours available. Fingerprint Walk-In's Welcome during open hours! Check dates and times on our website. Maryland & Delaware Firearms Training & Education proudly providing Maryland HQL, Maryland Wear and Carry, Concealed Carry Weapon Recertification, Basic & Advanced Defensive Handgun Tactics.

Stripped a screw on my wifes red dot. Got a very reasonable quote and brought it in…read more Professional, kind and understanding. There is a reason quality gunsmith's are hard to find and always busy. If you want the best and also really fair prices your not going to find better. Cannot praise the quality and speed of the work. I would have happily paid double but they dont price gouge or inflate. Just stand up guys A+.

Hall Precision and Gunsmithing is the real deal. Knowledgeable staff, no pressure, and they…read moreactually know what they're talking about when it comes to NFA items, optics, and gunsmithing work. These are the guys you want in your corner when it matters. Highly recommend to anyone serious about their firearms.