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    Sportsman's Elite

    4.2 (42 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    This guy is the one of the best employees!
    Judy B.

    High quality weapons, ammo, and especially customer service! I love coming here to admire how professional yet rugged everything looks for dksplaying their goods. Its the perfect touch of class for the outdoor world. I also love how their shooting range is easily visible rather than hidden away. Not that it im paranoid about live firearm in a closed building but its just fun to watch sometimes. The best part is that they also specialize in archery which isnt always dependable in other places. Sometimes people wont even want to help you. Perhaps its due to majority of people are limited on theur archery knowledge and avoid archery customers like the plague. But Case was a wonderful and knowledgable employee who helped us out to re-string our bow without hesitation. He acknowledged us right away and was super friendly and helpful all thru. Made our journey to fix our bowfishing gear so much smoother! Although their guns or rifles are a bit pricier, we definitely appreciated the very reasonable price of restringing our bow. They also have great gun cases that are more affordable than other spots. We definitely love coming back here to see what they bring in!

    Glock 43 (9mm)  2nd Place (my opinion / my personal test)
    Amos S.

    I've only been here twice, but I feel it's worth a review. As long as they stay in business, my two trips will turn into 200. So brace yourselves, because you know I'm about to spit a long review, full personal backstory included. I've labeled the review and backstory. Scroll further down to read review. BACKSTORY: So I was at the PX on Ft Bliss, and believe it or not, they have very good firearms section / selection, with those hard to beat AAFES prices. So I'm browsing. Now call it just being a "man", or maybe the fact I've been a Soldier for 17 yrs now, or the fact I thoroughly enjoy shooting and especially working on marksmanship skills (there's no better feeling than hitting that bullseye multiple times with a tight shot group), the increased amount of crime and danger we face daily, the feeling of the need for added protection, the increase in terror attacks and senseless attacks world wide even in previously believed to be "safe" places like Europe, or a combination of ALL of that stuff and more... but I've been "in the market" for a firearm for quite some time now, but just never "pulled the trigger" on getting one (lol, see what I did there). I have however, done plenty of internet based research, and I've narrowed down what I THOUGHT I wanted. Now, I don't want to raise a militia in my backyard. I don't want some pump action, pistol grip, rail system, monster that will dislocate my shoulder while also decapitating the assailant. I don't want to replicate the same weapon he Army assigns me for free, nor do I wanna be all "tacti-cool". I don't need to kill any bears. I don't need to hit a elk in the chest at 500m. All I need is a pistol, for personal protection, that is easily concealed and easily carried, legally, with a concealed carry license. Enough so that I can stop a would be attacker in the parking lot, the store, or even in my home. Luckily, almost every firearms company out there makes just the kind of weapon I'm looking for. I narrow it down to 3 firearms that I feel will be the best choice for me. All 3 are at the PX. Glock 43 (9mm), Smith & Wesson M&P 9 Shield (9mm), Springfield XD-S (.45 ACP) Glock has that name we all know. The SW MP9 comes in that cool "coyote brown" that is all "tactical" and stuff. But the XD-S is a .45! Now that's what I'm talking about! Forget that 9mm junk. And there's a Father's Day weekend sale? The stars are aligning. I handle each one, and they all feel great. But I'm torn between the XDS and the cool looking Shield! The Shield is over $100 cheaper. Bonus. The XDS .45 only holds 6 rounds. Bummer. But then again, they dude behind the counter tells me, "if you need more than 6 rounds of a .45 to 'defend yourself', then you don't need a pistol at all." Hmmm, good point. What should I do? Well just then, a civilian Angel happens to be watching over me and my finances, and approaches me. He tells me, "hey man I couldn't help but overhear your conversation. Look: honestly all 3 pistols you've chosen, for what you've chosen them for, are excellent. But each one is different. So what matters is, how it feels for YOU. Just like test driving a car. A Lamborghini is good a Ferrari is good, but only one of them will 'speak to you' as you operate it. So don't buy anything until you've tested it. Only then will you know which one is right for YOU." Damn - good advice. Dude disappears almost as quickly as he appeared. So I go back to the counter and ask the dude, "Is there any place I can go to like, test-drive these things?" The guy seems kinda hesitant to say anything (because he sees that I'm not gonna buy now), and mumbles some stuff, but I hear the words "Sportsman Elite" (SE) REVIEW: I took to the old trusty Yelp app immediately. Place the call and (unfortunately for the guy) told him that entire backstory. I ask questions: *Do you have a range? - Yes *Is it an INDOOR range? - Yes *Do you "rent" firearms to be used at your range? - Yes *Do you have: Glock 43, S&W M&P Shield, XD-S .45 that I can shoot/test? - Yes, Yes, Yes And SO much more. SE is a locally owned shop, and a wonderful place with excellent staff and service. I found the pricing to be very fair. $16 for use of a lane on the range (no time limit). $10 for unlimited "rental" of a firearm (same caliber) or $15 for multiple calibers. Done shooting one? Just take it back to the front and exchange for another (only 1 weapon on the range at a time). The only other charge associated with renting is they require you to purchase ammunition from them. Boxes come in 50 count at around $20 per box. Bring your own gun? Cool. Use your own ammo too and only pay range fee. They also have a "Happy Hour" where range is only $8. From a fully auto SMG via your Call of Duty game, to a teeny little .22 pistol; Sportsman Elite has EXACTLY what you need/want for rent AND purchase. I love this place and can't wait to go back and test weapons or even fire my own. Ask about memberships too! I seriously love this place!!

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    Rachel T.

    Cool range with nice firearm and archery selection. The shop area also sells a variety of flashlights, pepper spray options, knives, binoculars, shirts and random survival things like desert scarves. There are firearms to rent and there was info posted on their walls about taking classes, monthly events like youth archery and "girls with guns" events. We shot for about an hour - the staff were very friendly even though we stayed until closing and even kept them there for 5 more minutes because we bought some ammo (sorry guys!) The facility is well kept and clean and the safety video and waiver for first time shooters didn't take too long. Overall, a fun experience.

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    I love this place great customer service very helpful and informative prepared you well to have a great time

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    I went to this store twice and both times had the worst service that I have ever had in El Paso.

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    Staff was friendly and very helpful, I liked the environment and the atmosphere. I will definitely be going back for another purchase

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    Very high prices. After September 1 2021 you no longer need license to carry. My next purchase will be online.

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    They say they open at 10:00 on weekdays but don't expect them to answer the phone before 10:30. Nice range. Customer service is weak.

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    2.9
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    Store on South Americas…read more To Corporate Management,I am writing to formally report an unacceptable and discriminatory experience at your El Paso location (201 South Americas Avenue). As a 28-year Navy Veteran and current high school teacher, I was treated like a criminal during a recent online order pickup.I arrived to pick up a shotgun and a pistol that I had already purchased online. I presented my receipt, ticket number, and debit card for verification. The transaction was handled by an elderly employee wearing a black mask. This employee demonstrated severe cognitive difficulties, repeatedly losing his pencil, misplacing my ID, and completely disappearing for 20 minutes. The entire process took over two hours.Despite successfully passing the federal background check, signing all paperwork, and verifying the serial numbers, the employee ultimately refused to release my firearms. His only justification was that I verbally confirmed I bought a shotgun and a pistol--the exact items on my receipt. When I escalated the issue to the store manager, Karla, she blindly sided with the employee's irrational decision instead of correcting the situation.This behavior is completely unacceptable, counterproductive, and disrespectful to law-abiding citizens and veterans. I request an immediate investigation into this store's management, the termination of the employees involved, and a resolution regarding my paid merchandise.

    The great improvement would be to close the store. Have been to this store several times now the…read morelast few years. If you order/pick up in your car, it's great! Inside the store is the horror story. They stand around, while looking at you, and not asking if you need help, or just looking at you. Gun side is not more too bad and you'd be better off just selling guns/ammo/permits. The rest of the store is empty most of time and prices way too high. So I get it

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    18.1 mi
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    Official Corporate Complaint (Recommended)Use this option to email Academy Sports corporate…read morecustomer service or speak to a regional manager.To Corporate Management,I am writing to formally report an unacceptable and discriminatory experience at your El Paso location (201 South Americas Avenue). As a 28-year Navy Veteran and current high school teacher, I was treated like a criminal during a recent online order pickup.I arrived to pick up a shotgun and a pistol that I had already purchased online. I presented my receipt, ticket number, and debit card for verification. The transaction was handled by an elderly employee wearing a black mask. This employee demonstrated severe cognitive difficulties, repeatedly losing his pencil, misplacing my ID, and completely disappearing for 20 minutes. The entire process took over two hours.Despite successfully passing the federal background check, signing all paperwork, and verifying the serial numbers, the employee ultimately refused to release my firearms. His only justification was that I verbally confirmed I bought a shotgun and a pistol--the exact items on my receipt. When I escalated the issue to the store manager, Karla, she blindly sided with the employee's irrational decision instead of correcting the situation.This behavior is completely unacceptable, counterproductive, and disrespectful to law-abiding citizens and veterans. I request an immediate investigation into this store's management, the termination of the employees involved, and a resolution regarding my paid merchandise.

    I went in to purchase a firearm. Keep in mind, I'm already a gun owner. I waited for an hour, and…read morewhen it was my turn, I asked to see the shotgun selections. Joe, the salesman, sarcastically pointed them out. I was going to purchase a shotgun and had the paperwork ready. Only for Joe to say he felt "uncomfortable selling me the firearm" and that I had to wait 30 days. I understand you can refuse service, but what was the point of having me wait for an hour and go through the whole process? VERY unprofessional

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