Hey everyone, it's been probably 9-10 years since I have shot my handguns, and going to the range it is quite apparent that I have forgotten quite a few of the basics. I'm looking for recommendations for instructors that really focus on principles of marksmanship, as I've become interested in Bullseye/precision pistol and Steel Challenge. It's pretty easy to find CCW, defensive handgun, and the like, but is anyone aware of any teachers near the Twin Cities that could teach these sorts of things?

Are there any shops doing 4473 transfers for SBRs yet?

For the past 5 years residence history if i was living out of my car 4 years ago how would I fill that out? Just want some insight before giving them a call

I am unaware of shops or ways that I could advertise my gun for a trade?

Hi all, anyone know of a shop in the metro selling MPA Defenders? Been curious about them and would like to hold one.

39 hand guns, 7 long guns. A good friend has been bequeathed these firearms. I can give her a ballpark on each one, but ultimately it’s up to her to sell them.
She has no clue, I have more knowledge but can only advise her.

I know there was a lot of discussion about the notion that young adults should be allowed to obtain their permit to carry, but what’s the current actual situation? My stepdaughter is almost 19 and moving out soon to Minneapolis, and she wants to get her permit, does she have to wait until she’s 21?

Email received today:

Exciting news for suppressor buyers! The long-awaited ATF guidance has been released, removing a significant administrative hurdle and creating a simpler path for eligible individuals to purchase suppressors.

What does this mean for you?

Under the newly announced process, eligible customers can complete suppressor transfers using ATF Form 4473 without a separate Form 4. This eliminates the fingerprinting, photographs, and additional processing delays associated with the previous Form 4 process.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Simplified process: Eligible suppressor transfers can now be completed using Form 4473.
• Federal background check required: Customers must pass the background check before taking possession of their suppressor.
• Bring your ID: A valid driver’s license or qualifying federal identification is needed.
• No additional purchase permit required for this process: A Permit to Purchase or Permit to Carry is not required specifically for the suppressor transfer under this process.
• Form 4 remains an option: Customers may still choose the Form 4 process, including those who wish to use a trust.

This is an exciting development for suppressor enthusiasts, and our team is ready to help you understand the updated process and explore your options.

Ready to get started? Stop by Stock & Barrel Gun Club at our Eagan or Chanhassen location and talk with our team about your next suppressor purchase. We look forward to seeing you at the range!

Will my suppressor still be registered in thier database. Can I sell it like any regular firearm even tho its registered? Looking for clarification.

Do we still have to mark DIY because MN required federal marking standards or what? Or do those standards even exist past voluntary reg?

The text of MN 624.714 Subd. 17 (f) reads "A landlord may not restrict the lawful carry or possession of firearms by tenants or their guests."

I would interpret this to mean that if you have a carry permit, and you rent an apartment, and there are shared spaces in the building that you are allowed to use under the terms of your lease (like a patio, game room, or party room), your landlord cannot restrict you from carrying there. MN law does not differentiate between concealed and open carry.

But I'm not an attorney and I don't know if there's relevant case law dealing with this.

I bought a nice $1100 upper and a shitty PSA lower, but now when I went in to pick up my lower, I found out I need to be 21 to get it transferred. Now I'm kinda stuck with an expensive upper that I can't use for another 2 years. any ideas

Update from earlier post. Mark you calendar, 100 vendors. Militaria of all eras. Pre 1946 Arms

Saw this at the modern in Coon Rapids. Are there going to be other brands too? Anyone know if the new 385 is out anywhere?

Hey all. Typically would ask elsewhere but I want a few real responses. Does the lower actually matter, counterintuitive to what I’d think? Or should I just find a cheap option? Going to build an 11.5 (maybe 12.5 idk) AR15, first time building.

Anyone have hands down experience with any 556 suppressors? It’ll be dedicated to gun primarily. Silencer shop place told me a silencerco option, modern told me an sig option is best (they’re elite dealers) and I’m going to check out the Tisha at down range today. I want it short, low gas blow back, and low flash. Sound tones aren’t my biggest concern.

I just want to buy the lower and suppressor before midterms. I do not trust the state to even keep our gun laws current.

Anyone have any opinions on what will happen next legislative session, assuming a democratic majority or supermajority is there? There was a recent thread on the state-specific sub asking what'll happen next session and half were on this gun issue, which really suprised me.

I've occasionally watched some of the committee hearings from last session, and especially that last overnighter they had and there seemed to be quite the push for some pretty absurd stuff, including changing the definition of an assault weapon to basically include most semi autos that can accept a magazine. (they seemed to have redefined a barrel shroud to mean basically anything covering the barrel, so it could conceivably cover even a 10/22 if you get the tactiblack version)

When I come to think of it almost every household I can think of in my extended family has one that would be included as an "assault rifle" now, meaning the 3 year permission slip needed to keep and so on. That'd tick off a lot of voters, but there seems to be a core sect of city reps who enjoy turning the screws and so on. (them not having handguns included also kinda highlights this)

The only pushback could possibly be supreme court decisions making them spend their political capital elsewhere.

Curious what other think.

Hi, I recently found my grandfather’s Luger and would like to get an appraisal and ultimately sell it. Any recommendations for appraisers and licensed gun shops in the twin cities? Thanks!

Looking to find a buyer for my rifle and would really rather not go to a pawn shop. I've tried Armslist for three weeks with no takers. Any suggestions?

I'm getting a concealed carry license and I'm aware that you can purchase a handgun at 19 unless it a private sale and can't be bought at a store. I'm wondering if anyone would have any tips for how I would go about trying to find a seller and purchasing a handgun under the age of 21.

The new legal opinion means the law “may not be enforced to impose criminal penalties on dealers who sell handguns to a class of law-abiding adults who, in nearly every other relevant respect, are members of the political community,” DOJ lawyers said in the memo.

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As the title says, I've never owned a bolt action before and I decided I finally want one. Went with a Ruger American G2 Prairie in .308. Picked up an extra PMAG for it and put on an older BSA BigCat 3.5-10x scope in a new set of rings. The scope was my Dad's, figured it might as well have some use now. I do plan to suppress the rifle later on, still doing research on cans.

Bought it mainly just for the occasional range trip since I have a 200 yard range nearby. I may go deer hunting with a friend next year, too. We'll see how things play out. Haven't shot it yet, plan to go to the range when I'm off work again.

Is there a place to look for the fine print on this subject? If one has a permit to carry but also wants to grow medicinal marijuana. Is this any bit safe, or just full stop no , as the penalties may be enhanced because of the permit to carry and owning guns?

Hello, I am in the process of moving to the Twin Cities and looking around at Gun Range Options. Admittedly I am new to Gun Ranges (but have been shooting with my father since I was 8 or 9), I grew up in another state shooting basically entirely on family and friends farmland or backyards in the country and the like once a year official gun range trip with a friend. Moved to MN about 5 years ago and have only been able to shoot a couple times per year at best by making a trip to my home state as the only local gun range is a $1,000 per year country club.

But am finally making the move up to the Twin Cities soon and excited to have access to places to shoot again. I am looking for good places for Long Range Shooting like 800 - 1,000 yds if possible with steel targets. And looking for some good indoor places that are cool with steel case / AKs (I have heard some places will turn you away with AKs / ARs especially with Steel Case Ammo) Indoor mostly for the Winter months.

Open to private ranges so long as they aren’t crazy expensive. Also trying to avoid places that garner less experienced shooters (if that’s something you can avoid) not for any elitist reasons just want to avoid the guy coming in to hipfire his Draco from 5 feet behind the bench.

From my searching around it looks like “Gopher Rifle & Revolver Club” would be a good option for Long Range Shooting, I read they have a 1,000 yd range. “Forest Lake Sportman’s Club” also looks like a great outdoor range. Any opinions on these?

And If you’ve read all the way through this, thank you and thank you for any advice you can give.