Anyone have experience acquiring a gun shop/range?

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October 25, 2025

by a searcher from United States Naval Academy in Grand Rapids, MI, USA

I'm meeting with the owners of a local gun shop + range and would like to hear advice about valuation, key questions to ask, and licensing/regulatory issues of which to be aware. Will also possibly be seeking investors if the meeting goes well.
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Reply by a professional
from University of Massachusetts Amherst in Hartford, CT, USA & Chicago, IL, USA
I had previous experience with a gun range client and their business was surprisingly seasonal. Hope that helps in your process!
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Reply by a searcher
in Monroe, WA, USA
I've served on the board of a gun range. Very familiar with gun range operations and the challenges that a gun range may face. I'm also an IDPA and ISA safety officer, have been competing in these disciplines for nearly 10 years. Happy to help - redacted or DM me via searchfunder
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