There is a warm place in America’s heart for the “lever guns” of yesteryear, which found their zenith in the Winchesters and Marlins that won the west. Many thousands of these pieces go afield for deer season each fall. Like the pump-action shotgun, the lever-action rifle is sturdy and reliable. It may be had in a wide variety of calibers, and when a sturdy sling and perhaps a low-power optical sight is attached, the lever-action rifle becomes a formidable weapon system, especially in the upper ranges of calibers, such as the 45-70 Government cartridge, which is used today for protection … [Read more...]
250 Pistol Class with Optics
More and more mounted optics are in use on pistols, especially on defensive pistols. The focus is learning the idiosyncrasies of the presentation, manipulations, defensive shooting with an optic equipped fighting handgun. This class is “The Gunsite Experience” and was first presented in October 1976 by Colonel Jeff Cooper. Regardless of your age, gender or experience, completing the 250 class will change your life! You will be well grounded in the ‘Modern Technique of the Pistol’, including marksmanship, gun handling and mindset. Through our systematic methodology you will achieve … [Read more...]
Long Range Rifle Range Day
Skill at arms is a perishable skill. We have added Range Days to our schedule which gives “Gunsite Long Range Rifle Alumni” an opportunity to come out to the range and shoot with an instructor for 8 hours. You will shoot on one of Gunsite's "Unknown Distance" ranges, learn how to range the target by milling, NOT by using a rangefinder and honing your skill at hitting the target on the 1st or 2nd shot. Targets are provided. Note: You must have completed a Gunsite LRR class to participate. … [Read more...]
Colt M-16/AR-15 Armorer’s Course
Gunsite is pleased to host Colt for their factory Armorer’s course (not often offered outside of LEO/MIL). Each graduate will gain a complete understanding of the design theory, nomenclature, dynamics, compatibility, interchangeability, detailed disassembly, assembly, maintenance and troubleshooting of the M-16 /AR-15 family of weapons including rifles, carbines, and sub-machine guns. Colt will provide all weapons, tools, class materials, and certificates. Students must pass a written test with 70% or better, along with a practical application of assembly and reassembly of the … [Read more...]
Colt 1911 Armorer Course
Gunsite is pleased to host Colt for their factory Armorer’s course (not often offered outside of LEO/MIL). Each graduate will gain a complete understanding of the design theory, nomenclature, dynamics, detailed disassembly, assembly, maintenance and troubleshooting of the Colt “O” frame/1911. Colt will provide all weapons, tools, class materials, and certificates. Students must pass. If your desired date is currently Sold Out….fill out the CLASS application (below) to be put on the WAITING LIST. … [Read more...]
