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Premier Firearm Retailer & Shooting Range for Sale in Illinois
Business Description
Firearm Retailer & Shooting Range
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a highly profitable and well-established firearm retailer and indoor shooting range in Illinois. The business has been serving customers for decades and is known for offering a wide selection of firearms, accessories, and related products. The facility includes a state-of-the-art shooting range with multiple lanes catering to both pistol and rifle enthusiasts. Real Estate available for purchase valued at 5.7 million.
In addition to retail and range services, the business offers training programs, including concealed carry courses, private lessons, and youth safety classes. A full-service gunsmith department provides cleaning, repairs, and custom work. With a strong reputation for exceptional customer service, this business is an industry leader in the region.
The owner has maintained a stellar reputation with key agencies such as the ATF, State Police, and the local city, ensuring compliance and strong relationships within the community. The listing price includes the business, inventory, essential operational equipment, and real estate. Maintaining confidentiality is a top priority; detailed information will be provided solely to qualified buyers. Real Estate available for purchase valued at 5.7 million.
The business was founded decades ago by the current owner, who initially started as a gunsmith with a passion for firearms and precision craftsmanship. Over the years, the owner expanded the operation from a small gunsmithing shop into a thriving, full-scale firearm retailer and indoor shooting range. Through dedication and a commitment to customer satisfaction, the business has grown into one of the premier destinations for firearm enthusiasts in the region.
What began as a one-person operation has evolved into a large, state-of-the-art facility offering a vast selection of firearms, accessories, and gunsmithing services, along with an advanced shooting range that caters to both novice and experienced shooters. The owner’s expertise and attention to detail have earned the business a loyal customer base and a solid reputation in the industry.
With decades of success, the owner has maintained strong relationships with regulatory agencies, such as the ATF and State Police, and has consistently operated in compliance with all regulations. After years of hard work, the owner is ready to retire and pass on this tremendous business to a new owner who can build on its legacy.
In addition to retail and range services, the business offers training programs, including concealed carry courses, private lessons, and youth safety classes. A full-service gunsmith department provides cleaning, repairs, and custom work. With a strong reputation for exceptional customer service, this business is an industry leader in the region.
The owner has maintained a stellar reputation with key agencies such as the ATF, State Police, and the local city, ensuring compliance and strong relationships within the community. The listing price includes the business, inventory, essential operational equipment, and real estate. Maintaining confidentiality is a top priority; detailed information will be provided solely to qualified buyers. Real Estate available for purchase valued at 5.7 million.
The business was founded decades ago by the current owner, who initially started as a gunsmith with a passion for firearms and precision craftsmanship. Over the years, the owner expanded the operation from a small gunsmithing shop into a thriving, full-scale firearm retailer and indoor shooting range. Through dedication and a commitment to customer satisfaction, the business has grown into one of the premier destinations for firearm enthusiasts in the region.
What began as a one-person operation has evolved into a large, state-of-the-art facility offering a vast selection of firearms, accessories, and gunsmithing services, along with an advanced shooting range that caters to both novice and experienced shooters. The owner’s expertise and attention to detail have earned the business a loyal customer base and a solid reputation in the industry.
With decades of success, the owner has maintained strong relationships with regulatory agencies, such as the ATF and State Police, and has consistently operated in compliance with all regulations. After years of hard work, the owner is ready to retire and pass on this tremendous business to a new owner who can build on its legacy.
About the Business
- Number of Employees
- 44
- Facilities & Assets
- This business is housed in a large, multi-story building situated on a spacious piece of land with ample parking available on all sides. The facility features a robust shooting range and retail space, as well as a separate storage building at the rear. With multiple shooting lanes of varying distances, the facility offers a top-tier experience for customers seeking both pistol and rifle range options.
- Market Outlook / Competition
- This business stands out as the premier destination for firearm enthusiasts, offering far more than what typical competitors provide. While most local shooting ranges have fewer than 10 lanes, this facility features a large, state-of-the-art range with significantly more lanes, accommodating both pistol and rifle shooting. This advantage allows the business to serve a higher volume of customers at once, enhancing both convenience and experience.
In terms of reputation, this business is unmatched. It has built a stellar name within the industry - Opportunities for Growth
- This well-established firearm retailer and shooting range has immense growth potential, especially as the current owner has done little marketing to promote the business. Opportunities for expansion include advertising on local radio, attending gun shows, and distributing flyers at events. Partnering with local police departments to offer specialized training and services can also open doors to new revenue streams and enhance the business’s reputation within the community.
Real Estate
- Owned or Leased
- Owned
- Not included in asking price
- Building Sq. Ft.
- 73,000
About the Sale
- Seller Motivation
- Retiring
Listing Info
- ID
- 2295496
- Listing Views
- 5574
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