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.

Visited this establishment and was very impressed by the staff and selection of gear. Helpful and…read morefriendly. I'm going to sign up for lessons based on my conversation with the folks here. Top notch

I went to this range and felt at home. The staff were welcoming and professional as well as…read moreefficient. I met the owners and they were also amazing. I recommend this range it's top notch all the way, the equipment is modern and up to date ant there is AC inside. GPS checks all the boxes.

I left the experience not only understanding so much more than I knew going in, I left with a…read moresubstantive level of confidence, knowledge and respect for the carrying of a concealed firearm. I'll be signing up for more of their classes. Very high value!

I have to admit, it had been years since I last shot pistol and I have to admit, I was afraid. I…read moretook my HQL and beginner pistol class with Mel and Kenny in 2022. It gave me the confidence to proceed with more instruction and purchasing a pistol AND a rifle. I've become proficient at shooting, shooting safety, and cleaning my firearms. I now have my MD Wear& Carry and I feel very confident and safe handling live firearms. Thanks Mel and Kenny...and thank you to J Lowes Guns for being so kind to a 60+ female!

The front desk team members are very helpful. The location is layout very nice and you have access…read moreto the accessories. The lanes are comfortable and the equipment is functional. The range masters are friendly and helpful. Safety is always a priority. The prices are reasonable and I would highly recommend this location.

Facility is always clean, including the women's bathroom! :-) Staff is very knowlegable. Pricing…read moreis fair.

Main Line Armory is terrific! Clean, safe, spacious, great classes, friendly staff, state- of - the…read more-art range! I highly recommend!

I've always wanted to learn basic gun safety and usage, but never had the chance growing up, so…read morecoming here was definitely the highlight of my vacation! My brother heard about this new range online and offered to teach me while he visited over the holidays. We were greeted almost immediately, and as first time guests, we were directed to the laptops along the wall to sign digital waivers and watch a safety instruction video. Once signed in, the info was sent our emails. The waivers are good for a year in case we decide to come back. Everyone was very professional and warm for the most part. As I had never held or used a gun before, and I have small hands, the person who helped us suggested using a smaller caliber handgun (I think it was a Sig Sauer P322 chambered in .22lr). The RSO that day was really nice and helped us out right away when it jammed. Later on, we rented a Sig Sauer P320 chambered in 9mm that felt a lot better. The 9mm felt more solid in general, even with a little more recoil. I also had better accuracy with it too. Even though there were less rounds for it, I personally believe it was the better bang for the buck, so to speak. If you're renting guns, you need to bring a buddy along. There's a 2 person policy for that, unless you're bringing your own equipment. Not sure if you can bring your own ammo too, but if not, you can purchase ammo at the front desk. You can't miss it. In our experience, someone was always around to help or answer questions if needed. Ear and eye protection cannot by rented, so either bring your own or buy some at the front before you go in. Ammo is also pretty expensive here, as is the overall cost to use the range, but I personally think it's worth it. The facilities felt safe, clean, and welcoming. Really appreciated the sinks in the large room before you enter the range where there was lead-cleaning soap available. Just make sure you keep ear protection on while you're in that room as the door to the range opens suddenly sometimes as people come and go. Classes and membership packages are offered too, which I'm considering. Like archery, it can get pretty zen in there finding your focus. Just gotta save up time and money for it like any other sport or hobby. I'd look forward to going back for more practice and getting more familiar with the range.

I don't understand why the bad rating, these guys are far more kind and willing to help and answer…read moreall questions than any gun store I been to, they would stand there and let you hold every gun if you have to. These people are amazing and I'm a proud firearm purchaser from them, I'll always go back for any questions or help with any firearm. Thank you to the whole firearm team over there, you guys are the best of the best!

Best customer service!! After going to Cabelas getting the wrong gun and them not taking it back, I…read morecame here and saw Boot and he helped me out so much with getting the right gun. 10000% recommend First State Firerarms!!! Thank you Boot so much!!

I highly recommend Jim Benoit, founder and owner of Cajun Arms, for his highly experienced, savvy,…read moreand OCD-level, detail-oriented GUNSMITHING work (which is exactly what you are looking for in the end!) His flawless and quickly turned around Grayguns trigger short reset installation on my pistol exceeded my expectations. His bench rates are very fair, and he is mindful about your cost to benefit ratio for any particular option. Look no further for your gunsmith needs. Thanks for the great work, Jim!

Jim is a good guy, very knowledgeable and clearly understands the value of excellent customers…read moreservice. I definitely plan on buying from him again and supporting this small local business.

Great staff and excellent range. Like the non-fud vibe. Plenty of parking and reasonable fees.read more

Was at range and rifle didn't work as intended. Went to service desk and Rich took a look,…read morediagnosed problem and was able to do the repair, making sure it worked as I waited...very pleased with how rifle was repaired. Also happy Rich fixed rifle as I waited rather than leaving it at shop.

The range was.....WAS..the best thing in the state of MD. Some yahoos (Democrats) decided it wasnt…read moresafe (or at least that is the excuse they used to close it down)(However there are a number of bullet holes in the overhead and or side wood baffles) and they closed it saying they were working on repairs. All they did was close it off over 1 year ago and it has sat untouched ever since. I mean c'mon they won't even let a group of volunteers pitch in for all the materials and labor and fix it for free (just to get it done some time this millennium), but they will let it sit there and rot? hell, I'm even an engineer, spent my life on a thousand ranges, worked construction my whole career and still I'm not allowed to pay for the materials and use a volunteer group to repair it? This whole thing stinks of politics. Can't we keep the politics out of some things? My kids loved to learn gun safety and shoot at that range. How far are these democrats going to push us? I need all the Faith and Flag Conservatives who enjoy their 2nd amendment rights to help out here. Lets stop all the Dems BS! Help me organize a group of volunteers and petition city hall for immediate permission to get that range going again?..(for starters). If you think you would like to help and or you are politically savvy and know the right people to contact regarding this high jacking of our 2nd amendment rights or would just prefer to donate your time in labor or financial donations, please contact me via email. Thank you GBA Email: reset.1jdw@gmail.com

Excellent Range low-cost and outdoors. What else can you say? Would be nice if you could shoot…read moresteel there, but I'll take it.