Shooters World to break ground on new store, gun range in The Villages

[Allegiance]

Sounds like a real successful overdue business for a golf cart accessible area. Anyone know where it will be located?

[Chatbrat]

When Shooters World opens, the store and range on 44 will be history--happy to see that rip-off place go, very sullen owner

[Allegiance]

I hope this does not affect the building of a new indoor range on 441. Competition is good.

[skip0358]

Glad to see one being built in TV. I'm sure it will be top notch and very well used. Good move. I wouldn't be surprised if it's not down on one of the many open lots by the Publix in Brownwood.

[kcrazorbackfan]

I'm really looking forward to it; if it's good, I'll frequent with all my firearms. Don't care for the one on 44 because of the personnel. The ones I went to in KC and STL were in nondescript, very secure buildings; the personnel in both wore sidearms to scare off the trash and riff-raff.

[Chi-Town]

Time to get the Easy Rider Rifle Rack - golf cart version.[emoji6]

[Chatbrat]

Another person doesn't like Mr. Congeniality @ the 44 range

[MikeyBoo54]

Another person doesn't like Mr. Congeniality @ the 44 range

Another business in TV is good. A shooting range is even better for me.

For someone who is so sullen, his business sure seems to be busy. The times I have been in there everyone was very helpful and pleasant. They were also wearing.

I find it hard to condemn him without further experiences.

[BobandMary]

We've been very happy with the range on 44. No complaints. Facilities are great. Knowledgeable guys. Love the rescue dogs behind the counter.

[Carl in Tampa]

The Shooter's World facilities in Tampa are large, clean and well maintained. It should be a good addition to The Villages. You can use the shooting ranges as a walk-in customer or purchase a membership. Discounted memberships are offered to current and retired military and law enforcement.

[Moderator]

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[Chellybean]

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well done!

[MikeyBoo54]

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Thank you!

I have heard good things about Shooters World. I am excited to see and try out a new facility in The Villages.

:BigApplause:

[outlaw]

I hope this does not affect the building of a new indoor range on 441. Competition is good.

From the unmentionable news : Basics Range and Gun LLC would operate the gun range and has the property under contract. The company already operates a gun range in Orange Park.

It does look like a different company than Shooters World. Two new gun ranges!!! Finally TV will be complete.

[bagboy]

I think this is the same one.

It was reported to be in The Villages, golf cart accessible with location in Sumter County yet to be disclosed. I guess we'll know soon.

[Shimpy]

It was reported to be in The Villages, golf cart accessible with location in Sumter County yet to be disclosed. I guess we'll know soon.

I'm looking forward to this news and have longed for a good range locally. Maybe now I'll actually get back into reloading since I plan to use this range often.

[Allegiance]

Both ranges will be a great asset to the villages! Will be good for property values. It's a very popular hobby. Thank you mods for keeping the politics off of here. We should all Pledge Our Allegiance!

[JoMar]

I'm looking forward to this news and have longed for a good range locally. Maybe now I'll actually get back into reloading since I plan to use this range often.

I read Shooters World's web page and I don't believe they permit reloaded ammo.

[Fredster]

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Thank you very much!
I was very impressed with Shooters World Tampa facility,
when I was there earlier this year.
It is a well run, first class operation.

[Shimpy]

I read Shooters World's web page and I don't believe they permit reloaded ammo.

Could be. I called a gun range in Ocala and they said insurance regulations wouldn't allow it. I can't find anything about it on the Shooters World web page except this.........All gun rentals must be used with ammunition purchased at Shooters World.All firearms rentals must use ammunition purchased at Shooters World. The price of any firearm rental will be credited towards the purchase of the same model firearm........... I plan to use my own guns so it may not be a problem. Strange the rentals must use ammo purchased there instead of Wal Mart or else where. Maybe I missed something about reloads? I can understand why they don't want any hot reloads fired in their rental guns.

[John_W]

Either we have two names confused, or two different gun ranges are coming to Lady Lake. I remember reading about Lady Lake approving a gun range. Someone asked about it, this is a copy of what I posted on TOTV in June.

In the Sun it said the company made an excellent presentation and they voted 4-1 to proceed to the next hurdle, whatever that is. They were impressed by his current operation in Orange Park. The owner has an agreement to buy (I think) 12 acres in the area on 441/27 in Lady Lake.

His Orange Park operation is called Basics Gun Store and Range, it looks really nice from their website and will probably be packed from day one when it opens here.

Here's a link to the Gun Range in Orange Park;

BASICS: Range & Gun - Indoor Gun Range Orange Park, FL (http://basicsrangeandgun.com/range/)

Here's a link to the Gun Store;

Basics Range and Gun LLC (http://www.basicsgunstore.com/)

[kcrazorbackfan]

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Thank you.....

[Wing-nut2]

It's two gun ranges. One on 441 and one here somewhere in TV.

[TimeForChange]

Shooters World may be great but if you want to join a great, safe place to shoot most anything but a 50 Cal you can join the Eustis Gun Club and drive there in 30 to 40 minutes. Ten ranges, pistol, rifle, shotgun for skeet and clays. Very reasonable for a year fee and like I said....very, very safe!

[EJCKY]

Where is Shooters World going to locate in the Villages?

[Allegiance]

Where is Shooters World going to locate in the Villages?
Only thing I saw was Sumter county

[airstreamingypsy]

Do they sell used guns? I'm looking for a used .22 pistol for my nightstand.

[Chatbrat]

Go to Nordic Pawn in Wildwood for used guns--shooter's world is for new guns

[willyjo]

Will the Shooters World range in the villages be the same as the store in Tampa, Looking forward to the 100 yd rifle range.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Do they sell used guns? I'm looking for a used .22 pistol for my nightstand.

I'd recommend something other than a .22 (.38, 9mm, .40); it takes a WELL PLACED round with a .22 to stop someone.

[Chatbrat]

Aquila makes a 22 LR rated @ 1750 FPS 204 Ft.Lbs energy - same energy as a 38 spl/ a S&W J frame carries 5 ads , while a S&W 317 22r carries 8 ads, my wife's revolver is a 317 with a Crimson Trace Laser sight--she can write her name @ 25 yds

[Fredster]

I'd recommend something other than a .22 (.38, 9mm, .40); it takes a WELL PLACED round with a .22 to stop someone.

That is good advice for most people but a
good .22 in the right hands is not that bad....

Interesting stories.....

An enemy of Israel believes that he has successfully slipped away from the Mossad after his heinous act of terrorism. It’s a beautiful evening and time for a stroll. As the terrorist steps out of his apartment his chest is peppered with a handful of .22 Long Rifle bullets that immediately end his terrorist career. The only thing that the local police find is a dead terrorist and a small pile of .22 LR brass casings sprinkled close to the deceased, courtesy of the Israeli Mossad .22 LRS.

The Beretta Model 70 and the functionally identical Model 71, both in .22 LR, have served with great distinction as the signature terminator pistol of the Mossad, the premiere intelligence agency of the State of Israel. The Beretta 70 was also carried by Israeli Sky Marshals

The Beretta Model 70 and 71 are compact single-action .22-caliber semi-automatic pistols that accommodate an eight-round magazine, weigh 17 ounces with an unloaded magazine and have a 3.5-inch barrel. The Beretta Model 71 and the 70 are basically identical in every respect except that the Beretta Model 70s come equipped with a low-profile, adjustable rear sight. One feature that appears on both models is either a thumb safety or a cross bolt safety. These pistols also have the magazine release on the left side of the grip, near the bottom of the frame. According to a reliable source in Israel, the .22-caliber Beretta 70 was taken out of service in the mid 1970s and was replaced by a 9mm Beretta.

Small-Bore Efficiency
One of the most famous incidents involving the use of a .22 caliber Beretta 70 “Jaguar” pistol occurred in February of 1969. After the 1968 hijacking of an El Al airliner by Palestinian terrorists, the Israeli government decided to dramatically increase aviation security by placing sky marshals on board. Eventually, the decision was made to place armed veteran Israeli soldiers aboard El Al aircraft. This Israeli sky marshal program was top secret and never publicized.

During the incident that took place in February of 1969, Israeli Sky Marshal Mordechai Rachamim engaged several heavily armed Arab terrorists as they attacked an EL Al airliner on a snow covered runway in Zurich. Despite the odds against him, the young Israeli sky marshal expertly used his issued Beretta Model 70 pistol to kill one of the Palestinian terrorists, moments before the Zurich Police arrived and took the remaining terrorists into custody. The three surviving male Palestinian terrorists received 12-year jail sentences for attacking a commercial airliner with machine guns and explosives that resulted in the killing and wounding of several passengers and crew. Sky Marshal Mordechai Rachamim became an instant hero at home in Israel.

[kcrazorbackfan]

Aquila makes a 22 LR rated @ 1750 FPS 204 Ft.Lbs energy - same energy as a 38 spl/ a S&W J frame carries 5 ads , while a S&W 317 22r carries 8 ads, my wife's revolver is a 317 with a Crimson Trace Laser sight--she can write her name @ 25 yds

Mine can also, but MOST people couldn't hit that "sweet spot" from 5 yds. Bigger entry hole = bigger hurt.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Where is Shooters World going to locate in the Villages?

I hope that it's centrally located. If it's near Brownwood half the Villagers won't go there by golf cart. Somewhere around 466a would be perfect and they are building some new stuff across from Colony Plaza. That would be perfect.

[John_W]

...Somewhere around 466a would be perfect and they are building some new stuff across from Colony Plaza. That would be perfect.

Across from Colony Plaza is the new Walmart Grocery store and another medical office and in front of the plaza is a new Bob Evans. Anything else at Colony would a mistake for now. I live just off CR466A and I never go around Colony unless I have to.

I think with Basics Gun Shop and Range coming to 441/27 in Lady Lake, Shooter's World with golf cart accessibility in mind, should look for something on CR466 west of Buena Vista, plenty of building sites around Bealls/Home Goods. The Tampa location they use now is in a former Circuit City building.

[Miles42]

Is there a firm time table for all this to happen?

[Chatbrat]

The only time table most people have to worry about who live in TV is, will I be on the right side of the grass tomorrow--worry about what you can control, let construction proceed as the people who are paying the freight determine--they will want it built yesterday so they can make $$$$

[John_W]

Is there a firm time table for all this to happen?

The Villages online news said that Shooters World was going to break ground by the end of the year, but didn't disclose the location. The other shop Basics Gun Shop & Range got permission in June from the Lady Lake City Council 4 to 1 to proceed, and they have an option of 12 acres in Lady Lake. They haven't given any newer updates as yet.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

The Villages online news said that Shooters World was going to break ground by the end of the year, but didn't disclose the location. The other shop Basics Gun Shop & Range got permission in June from the Lady Lake City Council 4 to 1 to proceed, and they have an option of 12 acres in Lady Lake. They haven't given any newer updates as yet.

Basic Gun Shop and Range is a better location for me, but I don't think it will be golf cart accessible. Not a big deal since the range I use now is not golf cart accessible. But if Shooters World opened up north of 466A I would go there.

[Chatbrat]

I heard that shooters world will be on 44 near the new Publix

[Allegiance]

I heard that shooters world will be on 44 near the new Publix
Is that near Brownwood or Lake deaton?

[biker1]

It is essentially just east of the corner of Morse and 44, a couple of miles east of Brownwood.

Is that near Brownwood or Lake deaton?

[Sailr303]

Cut and pasted from the Shooters World website Range Rules:
Hand or privately loaded ammo, tracers, explosive or armor piercing ammunition is strictly prohibited.

[ronsroni]

I am a TOTAL, ANTI-GUN person.
No longer.
I feel the need to carry just in case.... on the off chance that...... my space is MY OWN and if you come into it for untoward reasons, decisions WILL follow.
I will be pleased that I have options.
God Bless America.

[ldj1938]

We've been very happy with the range on 44. No complaints. Facilities are great. Knowledgeable guys. Love the rescue dogs behind the counter.
The owner is a grump. The place is a dump. I'm a member there and shoot there frequently, but it is a sad excuse for a shooting range. Go to Shooters World in Tampa and you will what a good range is like. I do donate to support the rescue dogs running around the place. The young man That opens in the morning is a nice guy and is always helpful. Other than OSA in Ocala this is our only choice. Osa is a good outdoor range, but it depends on volunteers to be there and sometimes no one shows up.... Wasted trip.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

It is essentially just east of the corner of Morse and 44, a couple of miles east of Brownwood.

That is very disappointing.

Any news on the range opening in Lady Lake?

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Across from Colony Plaza is the new Walmart Grocery store and another medical office and in front of the plaza is a new Bob Evans. Anything else at Colony would a mistake for now. I live just off CR466A and I never go around Colony unless I have to.

I think with Basics Gun Shop and Range coming to 441/27 in Lady Lake, Shooter's World with golf cart accessibility in mind, should look for something on CR466 west of Buena Vista, plenty of building sites around Bealls/Home Goods. The Tampa location they use now is in a former Circuit City building.

466A west of Buena Vista across from Pinellas is a god location as well.

[Miles42]

We will just have to wait for more information. Just so it opens the location doesn't matter to me.

[Steve9930]

What I would like is a nice 300 yard range.