The Shootist Pistol Range

Great rates and friendly help! Been here a few times and have yet to wait for a shooting lane.

I went here as a beginner, it was only my second time shooting. The prices for rentals and rounds are much better than other shooting ranges such as Cherry Creek. The actual range is in a basement which can feel a bit claustrophobic but overall it is a good atmosphere. Customer service was great.

The place is a little small. The retail is on the first floor with the shooting range in the basement. Downstairs there are ten shooting lanes divided in the middle by a wall. Because it is so small, and there are not any baffles, it is really loud. The lighting sucks too. But full sized targets are $.50 and eye and ear protection are free.
The retail side has very knowledgeable staff who are more than willing to help out anyone and answer any questions, including the ridiculous ones I had.
I was told the shooting range is about to undergo a $ 60,000 facelift. Once that happens my rating may go up to 5 stars.
As for now, I give it four stars in hopes that it incentivises them to actually do the improvements.
However, I loved the experience so much that I joined them as a member for $ 300. We were able to take the kids and shoot without any hassle or intimidation.
I originally thought this place was a private shooting range, but it is as public as it can get. And very affordable. (Ammo $ 20 for a box of 50 .40 cal; gun rentals $ 12.50).

The range has been remodeled since I last shot there. The staff was very friendly and I would highly recommend you give this range a chance for all your firearms needs. I will be back!

I went in knowing that I knew nothing and had a bunch of questions. They were very helpful and answered all my questions without getting annoyed. They helped me to understand the laws better. I have not made my final decision because I like to ponder things for a while first but I will be returning here.

Really enjoyed this range. The staff was friendly and they knew their stuff. The only downside was the wire feedback for the target. Every time you moved the target down range, and shot at the target, the wire would shake causing your target to bounce around. This isn’t a deal breaker for me, as I just shoot for practice.

I highly recommend The Shootist if you are newer to sport shooting, want to try out a new caliber before buying or are a veteran shooter who wants a low hassle, safe shooting environment.
The experience:
The range fee is inexpensive for non members and very inexpensive if you decide to pick up an annual membership (if you shoot more than 12 times per year). I learned that you can rent half of the range for large groups, by the hour.
Eye protection and ear protection are available at no additional cost. Targets are fairly inexpensive as well.
You can bring your own ammo — I just recommend checking it with them first. No steel core is allowed as far as I know.
We were allowed to shoot a Colt M4 .22LR but I am fairly certain most larger caliber rifles are not allowed (pistol range after all).
The range is clean and always monitored by a staff member. Each bay has an internal light (with switch) and a target delivery/​retrieval control. Normally you will find a cardboard backer which you can staple your target to (stapler included). Time in the bay is unlimited — I have been there for three hours before — never been hassled or asked to leave.
All of the staff I have encountered were polite, professional and helpful. I am somewhat new to the sport (first firearm purchase this year) and the team at this range have been a great help as I figure things out.
They offer safety and performance classes but I haven’t looked into it yet.
If after reading this you are still unsure — go try it once!

This place is awesome! My boyfriend loves coming here and was so excited to show me what it’s all about. I wish I could remember the name of the man that we spoke with, but he was so full of information! I’d never spoken with anyone at a gun store before, but he answered all of our questions with enthusiasm and extensive knowledge. Unfortunately, we went about 30 minutes before they closed, so we decided not to go shooting since we’d wanna be there longer, but I found out that they have ladies night every Tuesday, where us women get half-​off. They also have classes that can be educational for gun safety and self-​defense and such. I’d really love to come back here to experience the shooting range the way that my boyfriend raved about it to me, but I live quite some distance away. However, I will definitely keep this place in mind when I need to go shopping for my concealed carry pistol!

The staff needs some training! I do NOT recommend Law Enforcement Officers using this business for the purchase or transfer of firearms. I provided their staff with a letter from my Police Department which allows a Law Enforcement Officer, me, to complete a firearm transfer or purchase without a background check. A sworn peace officer in the state of CO with a signed letter by his commanding officer on department letterhead allows said officer to purchase/​transfer a firearm without a background check. When I handed the letter to the employee he looked at it, pushed it aside and proceeded to have me fill out a background form. I explained the letter to the employee (which had the CRS on it) and he said «that’s only for departments to purchase firearms and place them in their department safe». I explained to the employee that not only did that not make any sense but that what he was saying was just simply incorrect. Had he simply checked with his boss he would have realized he was completely within his FFL to complete the transfer without a background check. Instead, said employee decided arrogance was the route he would take. In addition to the uneducated employees, the merchandise in the store is cheap and over priced. As a Firearms Instructor a quality gun and holster is key for Concealed carry and avid shooters. When I asked a different employee if they had any quality Kydex in the waist band holsters for a Glock 26, he said no, we only have leather. I won’t go into detail about why leather is a bad option for an IWB holster but its a no go for many reasons. Not only that, but the leather holsters on hand were cheaply made, over priced and made by an off brand manufacturer. I asked the employee why they don’t carry Kydex and he proceeded to pull his Glock 19 from his waist band along with his G code Appendix carry Kydex holster and explain how I could order one from G codes website. G code is a great holster, so… why would you stock cheap leather holsters in the store that you yourself won’t carry and then show me a holster that you don’t carry or even advertise. The weapon selection was poor and the ammunition was also over priced. $ 16 for cheap ball ammo when you can pay $ 12 at Gander Mountain and Gander Mountain is even generally over priced. I did not shoot so I can’t comment on the range but from what I did see… I won’t be returning to The Shootist and I will encourage my co-​workers and CCW students to shop elsewhere.

Bought my very first gun here. I highly recommend this place to anyone who loves guns, great pricing, or someone who wants more info on firearms. The staff here amaze me every time. Last time I was in, one of the staff helped me pick out an AR-​15. He was well versed and showed me all the tricks and recommendations. He took his time with me, which I loved.
Another great feature about this place is its shooting range! Holy wow! So many people go to Blue Corps. I don’t know why. This place is cheaper and has unlimited time! The prices are cheaper for the ladies too on a certain night! I brought my friends here to go shooting and the atmosphere is terrific. Also, I like how I can have complimentary ear muffs for protection when I blast away. The targets they sell there are very inexpensive. I usually spend an hour or two every time I visit the range.
Overall it’s a great place to buy guns, get info, and go shooting. I will be back!

Except for one very friendly and helpful woman, the affable dogs are the best thing about this way over priced shop staffed with bitter and mean people. I purchased a number of fire arms there, including my glock models 30 and 21 .45 calibers, my Desert Eagle .50, my Reugar 10^th anniversary red hawk .45, my Ak-​47 and my Mossberg 12 guage. so I’ve dropped some bucks in this store!!! Buying guns from them doesn’t mean you’ll get any help with gun needs or selection! !! Their range is the most expensive in the Denver area, and if you buy your ammo from them, the tiny break you receive will be gobbled up by their over priced ammo. I like to shoot my Desert Eagle. They put you on the far right, range 1 for .50 caliber rounds. I chose to fire my .45 cal Glocks 1^st. The range master actually came out of her booth because someone else wanted that lane, and because I only had the Desert Eagle left to fire and the other lanes were taken I was TOLD TO LEAVE!!! I have NEVER BEEN BACK NOR WILL I EVER GO BACK, even though it’s the closest range to me. I attended my 1^st Concealed Weapons class there and I recently got my renewal from a different range. if you have plenty of money to flush down their toilet and enjoy paying the highest price for guns and ammo while being sneered at and thoroughly DISRESPECTED AND ROBBED WITH YOUR OWN GUN… this is the place for you! !!

I don’t have any complaints. They honored the Unilocal coupon if you check in. Their range was average size and their staff was friendly. I’d come here again.

Great place to go shoot! Staff is very friendly, and helpful.
The Shootist may not be the prettiest place to go in the Denver Metro area, BUT, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. It’s the people that make it a great place to go. And the prices are spot on.

This is the only place in town that I will go to. The people working there are not arrogant and are very helpful. Good enough selection of guns and accessories that they pretty much have something for everyone. Plus, they do consignment. I would recommend these guys to anyone but especially newbies or women who are often treated poorly at certain other shops/​ranges.

Very friendly staff purchased a used Kel-​Tec P11 for and unbelievable cheap price. They let me shoot it before my purchase, took it home cleaned, it oiled it and re-​blued it now its like new!!! Thanks James.

I stopped by this range for the first time yesterday and was promptly greeted by two genuinely nice guys. This place was clean and well organized and after a quick sign in, I was off to the range which is in the basement. The Range Safety Officer was equally as nice and helpful, asking if i needed any targets, and then directed me to my lane. I put a satisfying amount of jacketed lead down range, paid, and left. As far as pricing goes, it was about $ 15 for the day (save your receipt and you can come back same day) but I didn’t see the prices on ammo since I had brought my own. I will be back and I’m certainly considering a membership.

All day admission compared to the 1 hr admissions elsewhere in Denver. New owner James is knowledgeable and staff as well.

This place has been around since I was a kid. Now that I’m an adult and am a shooter this is my local go to place. The only grip I have is that it’s inside and gun powder can get to you. They do have a great ventilation system but when it kicks on it sways your target. Challenge accepted! But thats only a small grip. This place rocks!

This place has been around for years & has never disappointed. No pressure or intimidation here, a great place to take first timers. They have a nice retail area & decent selection of rentals. Classes are also offered here & they do take reservations for 3 lanes & up I believe, plan ahead as it was packed today (Saturday).

This is the best value hand gun range in the area. You really can’t beat the price that they have here. They usually have a lane or two open so it’s not usually difficult to get a lane. If it’s a weekend you may want to call first to check how busy they are but they usually have lane and I’ve only had to wait once to get a spot. Everyone there is nice and helpful. The only thing is the hanging equipment for the targets are not the best but they work for what you need them for I guess. This is a good place to shoot at a good price.