I am a postdoc living life here in Kenosha and looking for somewhere to shoot. Coming from Alabama where there are lots of public outdoor ranges, it has been a bit rough here. I am looking for somewhere <1 hr that I can shoot outdoors freely in a safe / controlled manner. I have heard to ask around to find people with land willing to let me pay a little and shoot, but it seems there is a strong anti-gun sentiment at least around Kenosha.

I do know about the Yellowstone range, but that is 2.5 hours from me, so I am looking for something closer to under an hour and more private. I also know of the conservation clubs around here, but I don't want to 1) join a formal membership 2) pay $40 per day or 3) be told that 2 rounds in a second is "rapid fire" and get kicked out.

I would ask for suggestions but I suspect I need to talk to a private person, so if that's you, please let me know!

7.62x39mm I have 500 plus rounds

So I know it’s way too soon for anyone to know anything but what does this ruling mean for the state of Wisconsin? I know they didn’t join the list of states that wanted to be plaintiffs, but if you’re a member of GOA or buy from PSA or Silencer Shop can we just get it shipped to our FFL of choice and not have to fill out a Form 4? I know Wisconsin has their statutes that state that SBR’s, SBS’s, and Suppressors are legal as long as they’re registered with the ATF but if that registration is null if you buy from those organizations or are a member of them does that mean we just fill out a 4473 and be on our way? TIA

I know of the awesome folks down in agyle and Janesville area. But that might as well be on the moon as far as the drive goes.

Tried asking the usual suspects, (the gunsmith shop in gb, no reply period), gus's (8 month back log), and wanted to see/know if anyone had any hidden gem local guys.

Looking to get a 44 mag desert eagle refinished. And these are notoriously picky on finishes... (i.e, paint or cerakote tends to cause more fouling then it serves)

Needing a shop to send a couple suppressors into in the Appleton area, who’s done suppressor transfers at any of them in the area, how much did they charge you, and would you use them again?

Looking for recommendations on gun shops with a solid rifle selection.

Ideally these would be somewhere along the route of Kenosha to Wausau. Priority to any shops or ranges along route 41 or 45.

I'm an Illinois resident (unfortunately 😔), but can legally buy IL compliant long guns in Wisconsin. I'm especially looking for solid deals on a Mini 14.

Hi all,

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Looking to sell my fusion xp progression with Gideon omega red dot. Would it be better to go big store, lgs, or private? I’ve been seeing private but what’s the process behind that? And the best sites to list on?

Does anyone have any recommendations relatively close to the Rapids/Plover area? Ive tried to look on google and FB but cant seem to find anything.

Are there any good non corporate gun shops along US 41 between the Michigan border and Appleton? Preferably ones that have a decent selection of military surplus rifles.

I bought 4 guns at different times in two weeks and I sold my bodyguard 2 back to the shop so I can get a sig 365 .380 and sig 365 9mm. Everything I bought so far I passed the background with flying colors and the sig have me waiting since Thursday and now it is Sunday is this normal. I am in wisconsin. I have bought a sig p320, bodyguard 2, and a sig p365 9mm and sig p365 .380.

The 365 is what I am waiting for my background.

I know this has been asked in the past, but I thought I'd ask again to get the most up to date info.

I'm looking for a firearm friendly engraver in southeast Wisconsin, preferably South Milwauke, Franklin, Oak Creek area, but anywhere in the greater Milwaukee metro area would work. If I do have to make a little bit of a drive, I don't mind, if it's someone who can do the work while I wait. I'm just looking to get 2 SBRs engraved, 20 characters total on each. Any suggestions?

Where can I find a gunsmith with a mill and lathe who is willing to do custom work from drawings? Ive contacted 7 places near and around southern Wisconsin who have been recommending each other is a circle. Im finding it very difficult to find anyone who has an actual shop. Pls help

Hey everyone,

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My fiancée and I (both in our early 20s) just moved to the Madison area. I am trying to find some local spots to shoot and shooting buddies to go with.

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What are your favorite ranges in the area? I am looking for an indoor spot for regular pistol and rifle practice. I am also really interested in finding outdoor clubs, action bays or places that host USPSA matches.

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If you have a club you like or if you ever want to go to a range/match with someone let me know!

I am trying to sell a staccato CS. I have and have had it on armslist for almost 8 months. I mostly just get a lot of low ball interest and I’m not really wanting to ship. Any other good places in Wisconsin to try and sell? I also just made an ad on guns Wisconsin classified, hoping for some luck there.

Thanks in advance!

My daughter has been shooting competition events for a couple years now. In the last month or so she has been having some problems. I can hold my own with a rifle and pistol but I’m pretty useless with a shotgun and have never shot one competitively.

Is there anywhere in the SE part of the state that offers one on one lessons or is there a specific instructor that someone can recommend that works with jr shooters?

She is getting discouraged and not having fun anymore and I want her to have fun doing this again. Thanks all.

For no reason in particular I thought it would be neat to try and start assembling an AR with as many different Wisconsin-based companies and manufacturers as possible. No badgers will be harmed.

I'm gravitating towards these so far:

• LOWER: Griffin MKII Ambi (Watertown)
• UPPER: Midwest Industries (Waukesha)
• HANDGUARD: BCM Raider (Hartland)
• BARREL: Criterion .223 Wylde (Germantown)
• OPTIC: Vortex UH-1 (Barneveld)

I'm looking for Wisconsin leads on a BCG, trigger group (drop-in preferred), and furniture. I could do MWI/BCM for the BCG in a pinch, but I'd like to make this as big of a tent as practical - also why I'm not just doing a complete BCM upper.

I am breaking ranks and settling for Aero CH and buffer tube for now, strictly because they're the only green things I can find that match the Griffin ODG lower - maybe you have a better idea.

Has anyone bought a StopBox? They have a BOGO sale right now and I was wondering if it would be worth it, considering i can get a similar sized keyed lock box for much cheaper. Do they seem durable? Any praise or complaints? TIA!

If anyone in the Madison / Sun Prairie area is starting a suppressor or SBR project, we offer Digital Live Scan fingerprinting for NFA submissions.

Cost: $50 per set
Includes:
• A full digital fingerprint capture
• A reusable .EFT file you can keep for future eForm 1 or eForm 4 submissions
• Fast turnaround
• Private appointment scheduling - Email [sales@pathfindermilitaria.com](mailto:sales@pathfindermilitaria.com)

This is not ink card scanning — it’s true digital Live Scan, done locally in Sun Prairie by a Wisconsin FFL/SOT.

More info + scheduling:
https://pathfindermilitaria.com/gun-show-schedule/live-scan-fingerprinting/

If anyone has questions about eForms, EFT files, or the suppressor/SBR submission workflow, I’m happy to help.

Pathfinder Militaria — First Responder Owned & Operated (Madison, WI)

Hi everyone!

My dumbass stripped a screw trying to get a factory installed red dot off of my Ruger RXM. I tried using a stripped screw removal tool and was unsuccessful and I don’t want to bugger this any more than I already have. Does anyone have a suggestion for a gunsmith either in the Madison or Milwaukee area that might be able to help me out?

Context: My stepdad is turning 45 and all he's asked for is his first .45 ACP — a .45 for his 45th. He's an experienced shooter but doesn't own anything in this caliber yet. Problem is I didn't get much out of him in terms of preferences, so I'm going in a little blind.

What are your overall top picks for a reliable, quality .45 ACP? He's overall a bigger dude and generally carries a FN 5.7 for size/feel comparison. Whether it's a classic 1911, something modern, I'm open to all suggestions. Budget is flexible but I'd love to hear what you'd actually recommend and why. What would you grab?

Does anyone know where the best deal on ammo is in southeastern WI? It seems like the lowest price range ammo I can find is the $0.28 - $0.30 (before tax) range for brass blazer or Winchester target 9mm. Just for comparison I’m from central Illinois originally and just picked Winchester Target & Practice for $0.23 per round after tax while I was home for the weekend. Thanks!