I use these guys for my CCL, and have for all my renewals. Really great instructors, they make the…read moreclass "fun" but very informative. They answer every question you have, unless it might be "case specific" they'll give you THEIR opinion but tell you to contact a lawyer to get the proper "by law" answer. - Which I love this, no wrong steering. I was recognized as the Top Shot of my class each time I've gone, which is cool to be recognized as such. I'll continue to go here for as long as I live in Illinois, in this area. 5stars gentleman. 5 stars.

A brief explanation on how I came to Top Shot Academy when I decided to take the CCL class…read more I began this journey by looking in Google maps for a CCL instructor/class that was near where I lived. I found one eight blocks from me. Problem: they closed their business and told no one. Next, I looked again for a close proximity instructor/class. Found one who was an "attorney" (that's what I was told). Made the date for the class, we agreed that I would take the Metra out to his location and he would pick me. Got on the train in the city and went out to his Metra stop. He was a no-show - got stood up. SOOOO, having finally learning my lesson, I looked on Yelp for a reputable 5-star rating CCL instructor. Top Shot Academy and instructor Chip Eberhart. Taking Chip's class was unbelievably thorough and so complete with regard to every detail, well, I'll say I plan to never loose touch with this remarkable guy and Top Shot Academy ! His experience and continuing ongoing firearm education (including and great wit and sense of humor - can I say that ?) makes him a paragon of his profession ! Alan

Carl an extremely knowledgeable instructor, this was an amazing learning experience. The only…read morelocation I'm going to moving forward.

Mr. Carl is a great instructor who is easy to understand and ask questions. Also, I enjoyed the…read morepace of the class.

Great place. Very well run and SAFE!…read more Full service range with wide variety of firearms & accessories. Knowledgable and helpful staff, offering classes and certifications.

Had a really bad experience buying a used shotgun. Got the gun home and took it apart to give it a…read morecleaning only to find a lot of rust, dirt, and debris inside. My bad for not insisting that they disassemble the gun to inspect before buying. But after trying to work with them for a solution, I feel shamed for not doing my due diligence. I told them that I did not want to keep the gun. They initially offered me $175 back for the gun (that was $270 paid days earlier) and I was considering taking the loss as a lesson learned. Then they offered 50% off gun smithing to refurbish the gun, but when I again said that I didn't want to keep the gun, they said they didn't like my attitude and would not buy the gun back. That statement was made with quite a bit of attitude. I really didn't have an attitude until then. I told them that they had a poor business model if novice buyers unwittingly buy used guns that need to be refurbished. I was then told to leave and not ever come back. Not a problem. I suggest you all do the same.

Have been going a few times a week for a few weeks now. Yesterday Brian W spent a good deal of time…read moretalking with my friend and me about firearms options - which caliber upgrades I would prefer, etc. Very nice guy and informed and not condescending. Again, my experiences have been great. The guys watching over the range are cool too. I'm hooked!

This is terrible range USA and if anyone has district manager number please share. I went into…read morerange USA on May 12 payoff my firearm I've always got immediate approval lady tells me it's pending. Now I come back June 10 pick it up and put another into layaway and there register charges me $82.00 they have no payment process but my credit card charged me, they was unable to reverse the transaction that day. I waited few days and just went into the store deal with some worker named Robert who has bad attitude saying what you want me do no manager is here. I driven back and forth to this store 5 times and still have not received my refund I will be reaching out to corporate office.

I cannot recommend them enough. This was the easiest FFL transfer ever. My item was delayed because…read moreof the recent storms, and I was a bit worried, having never used them before. But all my worries were put to rest the day of delivery. I received a text that they received my shipment, and informed me of their hours of operation for transfers. Park in back in the north lot opposite Central as that's their own lot. Walk around to the front door on Central and ring their doorbell. The paperwork was quick and easy, and she clearly pointed out everything I had to fill out. Background check only took a few seconds. I was in and out with my package in 10 minutes. $30 per transfer and your 7th one is free. As for the training, etc. I cannot comment. If/when I take any classes, I will update.

I used Check You 6 as my FFL for my first firearm purchase, and the experience was excellent. The…read moreteam is professional, knowledgeable, and very personable--Sam was especially helpful. Their hours are convenient, and their FFL fee is the best I found in the Chicagoland area. My background check ran as "pending," but they gave me great advice to make future transfers much smoother. This will definitely be my go-to FFL!

I had an outstanding experience at GAT Guns and can't say enough good things about Kris, Chris, and…read morethe entire sales team. From start to finish, the experience was professional, welcoming, and genuinely customer-focused. I came in very excited to purchase a SIG Sauer P226 X-Carry Legion, and the experience absolutely lived up to that excitement. I also had a lot of questions--not only about the P226 X-Carry Legion itself, which I'm in love with, but also about several other firearms I was considering. Kris and Chris were both incredibly knowledgeable and patient, taking the time to walk through differences, answer questions in detail, and provide honest, thoughtful insight. What really stood out was how attentive and unrushed the entire experience felt. I never felt pressured or pushed toward a decision. Instead, I felt comfortable, well informed, and confident throughout the process, which made the purchase even more enjoyable. This wasn't my first experience with GAT Guns either. I've purchased items from them in the past unrelated to firearms, and those experiences were just as positive. In addition, several of my family members purchased gifts for me from GAT Guns for Christmas 2025, and they all had great experiences as well, which says a lot about the consistency of the team and the way they treat customers. GAT Guns is clearly a well-run, professional operation with a knowledgeable staff that takes pride in doing things the right way. Between my own experiences and those of my family, they've earned my trust and my repeat business. I highly recommend GAT Guns to anyone looking for a top-tier buying experience.

The range is outdated. Old toggle switch/cable target carriers with no distance readouts. You just…read morehave to guess by the red lines on the floor. Stalls are dark. Had to call the guys at the desk to sweep up the brass. One of the cheaper ranges for a reason. But I want to discuss their sales. As we know, IL has a 15rd magazine limit for pistols. In spite of this, and regardless of your feelings, they completely ignore it and have a ton of handguns with 18+ magazines for sale. Now we all know all the cops that frequent this place off-duty, and GAT feels like they can just skirt the rules. The problem is, if you're caught, they won't be held responsible at all. I pitty the poor new owner that is unaware of this restriction and suffers consequences. Used firearms appraisals? Forget it. Their offers are straight up insulting. Even Cabela's does better. They offered me 2x what GAT did without hesitation. Their ammo shelves are pretty bare too.

Dave is an excellent instructor. His approach to instruction appeals to a very diverse group of…read moreexperience levels. I can't recommend him enough. Everyone I've referred him to feels the same way. I also use Dave for all my FFL needs. He stands well above all the others I've used in the area.

The classroom is clean and well organized . Restroom is clean. Thermostat is in the hallway;…read moreTherefore, the classroom can be cold in winter and warm in summer. Coffee and water are provided. An average number of students 10 to 15. One can get great discount for the classes on Groupon. Instructor Dave is knowledgeable and friendly. Great location. It's close to many restaurants. Learn to how shoot before talking this class. Need to get 7 out of 10 shots for 15, 20 and 30 feet to pass the test.

I took my first pistol class here in 2024, took a few private lessons, purchased my first pistol…read morefrom them, and have used them for FFL services twice. These folks are wonderful to do business with, and very welcoming to new shooters. I highly recommend them!

If you're reading this, you've found what you're looking for. This is a truly special place. The…read morestaff are friendly and knowledgeable. Their focus is defensive training & their selection of firearm's reflect it. Their pricing is extremely fair which is what originally brought me in. FFL transfers are done with care. Concealed carry training was so thorough and i'm very happy for this as it's a tremendous responsibility and they covered more than i bargained for. Ownership & management is top notch. Love this place.