Bruce is great to work with on firearms. I have seen great deals on guns online and contacted Bruce…read moreto get an honest opinion (which is rare these days). I used Mansfield FFL to ship my rifle from GAB. Also,Bruce will also tell me what he has in stock but is not pushy, so I never felt intimidated to purchase. I have even taken my wife with me and let her try a few handguns for fit and comfort. Bruce didn't have what she was looking for this time. She was looking for an easy slide to rack but all those in stock were too difficult, so he recommended a different. However, not in stock but personally call when he has in stock so she come hold the pistol and make sure it works. She also purchase a beautiful homemade cutting board from the shop. Highly Recommend Mansfield Arms!!!

Mansfield Firearms is an absolute hidden gem tucked away in Bastrop, and if you're anywhere near…read moreHighway 71, you absolutely need to stop in. Bruce is the real deal--a great American, incredibly knowledgeable, and one of the friendliest owners you'll meet. His store is fantastic, with a selection that is consistently the best in town. The inventory is top-notch: high-quality firearms, excellent variety, and something for just about everyone, from everyday shooters to serious collectors. You never know what you'll find--sometimes there are real rare pieces and specialty items that you just don't see elsewhere. Please also check out his website mansfieldfirearms.com where you can find great deals This place has that classic local shop feel, but with standout stock and service that punches way above its weight. Don't drive through Bastrop without checking it out--you'll likely walk away impressed. Five stars all around. Please support local, community-owned stores like this one. Highly recommended! Thank you, Bruce! Keep up the great work.

Went out to Angel Sword for their 'occasional' Open House; generally they are not open to the…read morepublic. Fascinating place. Learned way too much about 'wootz' damascus steel. Ended up buying a new tanto for civic events (heh) and a 'claw' self-defense thingey for my half-sister to use on the pervs in Los Angeles. Angel Sword takes MasterCard(tm)! I'm adding a star to my earlier review based on the sheer amazement level of running a world-class forge in the middle of Central Texas.

This place makes true to life battle ready swords and knives. None of that cheap Chinese crap here…read more I didn't want to wait for shipping, so I drove up to pickup my new Knife and took a tour of the office, shop and forge. It was really cool. I love this knife. It fits my hand like it was made for my hand alone. I'm impressed.

Excellent coaches. I like the drill format (for ex. Drill one - is fundamental, you'll remember…read morethat when one is under pressure). The staff are highly experienced, competent, and most importantly - patient. I did one that was for couples and it brought us a lot closer. I was pleasantly surprised that they focused on building connection... it was more. Pete made us reflect on how we care for each other, etc. not just "cover and move", and this is how to grapple and break limbs - although mat time was excellent. They know how to make folks (like my date) who aren't comfortable right away with the mats to get there. It's suffocating, growing up wrestling I forget most aren't comfortable there. Anyway, highly recommend and we need to be going at least twice/yr. My go-to gym is Gracie Barra north so it was awesome switching it up. Thanks fellas

My first comment is the training is too expensive. I attended protector 1 training course which I…read morethought was for beginners and novices. The combative training is entirely too intense. There were a few in my class who sustained injuries. For myself, I received an injury to my left hand and injuries to my right hip and both shoulders. The protector one and it's description on the website is extremely deceptive. This course is for intermediate or advanced students who are versed in ground, fighting, jujutsu, or wrestling. I will never attend another Sheepdog Response school. I don't attend training to get injured.

I was first introduced to Climb Tech's removable bolts (RB's) in 2001 and I immediately recognized…read moretheir utility in establishing rock climbs. RB's are an absolute necessity when doing first ascents. I've taken many lead falls on them and never once has an RB pull out of the rock. I have 100% confidence in their RB's. Over the years, Climb Tech has honed the RB's design, making them more user friendly and even more bombproof. Also, Climb Tech is the only company that has responded directly to the needs of route equippers worldwide. Climb Tech is one stop shop if you're looking to bolt a new line. For establishing big walls to overhanging sport routes, Climb Tech's products have proved indispensable. Other Climb Tech products I've tried include permadraws, chain draws, chain anchors, adjustable aiders, etriers, bolt hangers, and quickdraws. All of Climb Tech's products are top notch and of the highest quality. The customer service at Climb Tech is as good as it gets. The employees are rock climbers, so they understand the specific needs of climbers. Finally, Climb Tech is locally owned and operated in Austin, Texas! Buy local!

Climbtech is a great company that makes bomber gear that is well priced and they have good customer…read moreservice to boot! I have used their permadraws in the south austin gym as well as out at reimers and I can tell that they are made with amazing quality and will last many years to come. I do kind of wish that they would have a store front for their gear so I can feel and see the difference between everything they have to offer. In this modern day of a digital world and internet ordering, it's still nice to be able to walk into a store, see/ feel what you're about to purchase, and walk out with the product in hand.

Texas Gadget Co. was perfectly stocked for everything I needed when heading out west from Austin…read more Can you believe you cannot buy a fly fishing leader anywhere in Austin? Not Whole Earth, not Academy, not McBrides. Skip the last minute gear shuffle in town and just get everything you need straight off the hwy at TGC! Mike and his sons were all working there and helped me and my son get on the water before sundown.

A tip of the hat to the owner & staff here. They were able…read moreto procure 3 special orders: Filson, Yeti, and Orvis that were notoriously tough to find. They came through big time. Impeccable service. Gorgeous shop. This place is a DREAM for any outdoorsman or Texas gentleman. They only stock the best heirloom hunting & outdoor gear and back it up with high caliber service. Looking forward to taking my son here one day - that in itself says a LOT.

I ordered two pairs of shoes for my boyfriend as Christmas presents: The Zind (Natural) and Bradley…read more(Brown). He liked them very much. Since it's a local business, headquartered in Austin, I received the order shipment in just two days after purchasing online! I was a bit worried the shoe size wouldn't fit, but they fit perfectly! Those .5 sizes are useful. Helm makes stylish looking footwear with high quality leather made in the US and Brazil. Both pairs said they were made in Brazil, which is an automatic plus for me. The soles have unique designs made to last for a long time. It takes a bit to break them in, but they are comfortable for daily wear. It's great for both casual jeans or professional suit attires! Wish they made footwear for women. Names of their shoes are explained in the descriptions. The boots and shoes are designed in Austin, Texas. Remember to support local business!

This location appears to be closed. I've gone both of the last two Saturdays during the indicated…read morebusiness hours and both times there were curtains closing off the windows all the way around the store front, and a sign on the door saying it was closed. The phone number goes straight to an anonymous voice mail.

Got to go to the grand opening of Motac Solutions this past weekend. The owner has been in the gun…read moreindustry for years, working at lots of gun shows, and he knows his stuff. He designs some really badass custom rails, and can also do Cerakote onsite. There's also an indoor range just a few doors down, so this shopping center is pretty much a one-stop shop for guns and ammo.

Top notch work at a very reasonable price! Friendly and…read moreprofessional Gunsmith that actually did the job I needed while I waited. You can trust this Pro with any restorations that you may need done to your prized & valuable firearms. I strongly recommend and highly endorse Gunsmith Irwin Restorations. HONESTLY! Don't just take my word for it, go by and check it out for yourself TODAY!

Bought a Kibler Colonial Long-rifle KIT (flintlock muzzleloader) with extra fancy maple which cost…read morejust under $2000...yes for a kit. Spent many many hours assembling, fitting, filling, draw-filing, finishing, patina the metal. Turned out extremely beautiful. Decided to put a tang peep site on the gun, purchased a Johnson Peep Site which came with 2 screws that I asked Jim to drill and tap back by the tang and showed him exactly where. A couple weeks later, Jim calls me in preparation to work on my barrel and was very confused. First he thought he had to buy the peep site...no Jim, I dropped it off with the barrel. Few days later, I called and he was telling me that he had to order the screws, no Jim, I dropped those off with the barrel and peep site. Get a call to let me know the barrel was ready, go pick it up and Jim has installed the site about a 1/3rd the way up the barrel and the condition of the barrel showed it was not handled badly. Rust, scratches, little dents, etc. Told him this was totally unacceptable, so Jim's assistant, Tim brought it to a competent gunsmith in Leander to get the holes drilled in the right place which they did but now I have 2 holes in a very expensive barrel that I spent 2 months working on and no apologies but did get charged full price for his sloppy work. To be honest, this crushed my soul given the price I paid and the numerous hours/weeks I spent working on it. CRUSHED MY SOUL!!!!! Do not go there, go to Leander and save yourself the headache and grief.