Firing Line Gun Range & Cartridge Co

I purchase one or two firearms per year and always perform my due diligence first. I visit just about every firearms dealer in the area and make my purchase based on inventory available, price and customer service. Based on the price and customer service, I usually make my purchases from the Firing Line and always leave happy. They are a small shop but provide outstanding personal customer service.
Once again, a big thank you to Tim for being unbelievably patient with me and sharing his tremendous knowledge. Tim and the owner are wonderful ambassadors to the shooting community and some of the new larger firearms dealerships in the area should learn from them. Thank you.

I’m a total newbie to the wide world of owning any type of firearm. With this as my starting point and certainly knowing I should never believe what I see in movies or TV, I decided I’d like to try an entry level point of a sport I’ve always found very fascinating when watching REAL shootists compete in real tournaments and also the reality show Top Shot which covers every type of weapon possible, but each contestant had to use a handgun every competition for one reason or another. It was very informative regarding each weapon and the differences from one model or brand to another when similar.
All that out of the any to let any readers know from what perspective I give my review and rating. I gave four stars because I’ve seen several stores without firing ranges with many more long guns than what this store offered. Tons of new and use handguns in all styles, and calibers. I let the salesperson know my first time there I knew very little and he was kind enough to let me hold every type of hand and long gun I wanted to at least feel with my own hands. All the while I was discussing what I wanted to own a firearm for and he said I was like most newbies and want something that could do «everything», so I had to reign in my expectations mainly to fit my very small budget. Once it was decided between two handguns in the same price range, and both were brand new. I had to choose from a small profile 9 mm or a larger grip and overall size in a .22LR rim fire caliber. Much to my pleasant surprise, they let me fire one mags worth of rounds from the 9 mm once I had paid for it as I had never held or fired a gun before, I wanted to be certain before I walked out the door. I’m glad I did as I found that I had a very hard time holding this small gun and I barely fit my ring finger around the grip. Then the first time I pulled the trigger after being schooled on proper holding, standing and prepare for recoil by the salesman… WOW was I shocked at what a huge bag this caliber had, plus a pretty hefty kick for such a small gun. I fired the mag empty, but I knew this gun was not for me and to upgrade to a «full size» 9 mm was way out of my budget. I asked if I could switch to the .22LR made by Smith & Wesson. They agreed with not much fuss and they had to redo the sales slip and then I went into the range to fire this lighter caliber with a much larger grip and nicely balanced weight overall. It holds 10 in what they call a mini mag. If was immediately just by loading the mag obvious I had made the right choice this time and had positive feelings right from how much easier it was to load this mag compared to the other. Then I took my first shot with this gun and it felt perfect for my newbie status and I felt very comfortable with it in my hand before during and after firing. Plus it was understandably quieter, not that it mattered after that 9 mm bang that shocked the crap outta me. LOL. Then the following 9 bullets I shot at the target, I was able to pierce every number dead center 3 out of 5 times. Beginners luck I guess, but then I was able to make clean groups as I felt very comfortable working with this gun.
If it not for the kindness and patience of the sales staf who went above and beyond to make me feel just fine as a newbie and walked me through each weapon and the extra plus of giving me a chance to fire my first pick before leaving for no extra charge that allowed me to discover I had made the wrong choice for the beginner I am. I doubt many other shops would have let me do this, but in any case… I’m very pleased with their service, knowledge and excellent method of dealing with someone like me new to this sport and getting started on the right foot instead being «stuck» with something uncomfortable to handle and would not be any fun shooting targets with.
They have their own firing range for a non-​member fee of $ 15.00 for as long as you wish to shoot. They have specials for combinations of buying ammo and using their range. And likely much more I have not yet learned about the shop. And it also seems that in the Port Richey area, they are the only firing range local. I’m not being negative with this remark, just accurate as I was looking for an outdoor range as it is quite loud even with double ear protection, plus it does get quite warm even with all the vents, blowers in each stall. I wish they had the facility for outdoor target shooting at moveable targets to practice tracking and firing. Perhaps if I enjoy this as much in the future I have so far, I’d love to compete. No matter the result, I just enjoy competing in any types of skill like archery which I was quite good at

This is a highly recommended facility with all of the works. CWL class was great! Instructor was real nice; Rob did a great job instructing the ASL users. The range room was clean and in standard! The staffs were friendly. Very Positive experience. Ill definitely go there. The price are reasonable. Ammunition price is in right price. Many complained about the price of ammunition However I stand their price of the product.
Gun repair! Yes definitely will take them for tune ups and repair! My purchase will be SW .40 cal.
If you are thinking of taking CWL class, go to this class! 65 dollars is affordable and reasonable!

I purchased a new pistol from Firing Line about a month ago, and couldn’t be happier about the purchase experience. The pistol I was looking to buy was very hard to find, and when inquiring with them, they said they could order it. My new handgun came in on schedule, and the staff was very knowledgeable and courteous. Good selection of ammo and accessories. I don’t have experience with their gun range, but their store gets 5 stars from me.

A well stocked shop with really good customer service.
On a golf weekend with a few co-​workers /​friends, we decided to go shooting, Unilocaled a few ranges and chose the Firing Line. Two of us were experienced shooters (USPSA), one had shot once or twice before, the other had never touched a gun in his life.
The guys at the shop were great; no attitudes, just experience and knowledge. They went over the rules of the range, stressed safe gun handling and helped the novices choose a firearm to rent. Within five minutes of shooting, the newbie was grinning ear to ear and was well on his way to a new hobby.
The range itself is very well ventilated, clean, comfortable, with well lit shooting points. We had a great time.
The bottom line is that I would have no reservations about taking my family here, or to introduce someone to the sport of shooting. An all-​around good place.
I’ll be back, highly recommended…

This was my first time to a Gun range so I really don’t have anything to compare it to… I noticed that there are some bad reviews on other sites however I didn’t experience any problems.
Five of us went as a group on late Saturday afternoon. My friend’s Brother has experience with guns and going to the range so he helped us with everything.
The staff was extremely helpful and nice and really made it a great visit. We brought our own guns but had to use their safety goggles and earmuffs. We used one shooting station and each took turns. It was a lot of fun and good to gain some experience. Not to mention that there was a very attractive guy in the shooting station next to us so we had some eye candy. :)
We are definitely planning to go again. We were told that Mondays is ladies night. I think you purchase some ammo and get in free.

There is a limited but adequate stock of firearms, ammo, safes, and accessories. The staff is quite cordial and helpful. The 25 yard indoor range is quite nice.