Frequently asked question!

We are open to your questions Please view our FAQs below for answers to our most common questions
Is your range open to the public?

Yes! All of our ranges are open to the public. Click here to see our range pricing for non-members

Do I need a FOID card to shoot on the range?

When coming out by yourself, you must have a valid Illinois FOID card in order to shoot on the range or rent a firearm. If you do not have a FOID card, but you are accompanied by someone who does, they may assume responsibility for you so that you can shoot. However, if your FOID card has been denied or revoked, you cannot shoot on our range

When I arrive at the range, what do I need to do to shoot?

If this is your first time coming to our range, you will need to fill out a range liability waiver for and ackowledgement of safety rules. A staff member will then collect FOID cards, valid state IDs, or membership cards of all guests in the party and sign you in. Range stagg will then ensure that you have proper eye and ear protection, and will escoirt first-time visitors out to the range to show you how everything works. When you are done shooting, safely case firearms and equipment and return to the clubhouse where you can pay and collect your FOID, ID, or membership card.

If I am an Out-of-State resident can I shoot on your range?

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Can I shoot steel or alumuminum cased ammo?

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Are there caliber restrictions on any of your ranges?

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Do you have rental guns?

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What is the minimum age for children to shoot at your range?

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Are your ranges handicapped accessible?

Yes, our indoor range lanes are wide enough to accomodate wheelchairs and we allow handicapped shooters to drive their vehicles down to the outdoor ranges

Do you have covered firing points on your outdoor ranges for shooting in rain, snow, or extreme sun?

Yes, we have covered firing points available for use on both pistol and rifle ranges

Do you offer gunsmithing services?

Yes, we offer a full line of services on pistols, rifles, and shotguns with many parts and accessories on hand. To learn more about our gunsmithing services, please click here

Do you offer IL Concealed Carry classes or any other training

Yes, we offer Illinois Concealed Carry classes and other basic pistol, rifle, and shotfun classes. These classes are taught by certified CCL or NRA instructors. Please check our Calendar of Events or call us at 1-309-379-4331 for more information

Do you offer layaway for firearm purchases

Yes, With a 25% deposit, we will hold your firearm for up to 45 days

Do you conduct firearm transfers?

Yes. The price is $25 per firearm. Members save on transfers

If you don't have the firearm I want in stock, will you special order it?

Of course! We'd be happy to order any firearm of your choice

Do you buy and sell used guns?

We do. We buy and sell used pistols, rifles, and shotguns

Darnall’s Gun Works and Ranges has been a family owned business (shooting range and gun shop) for 4 generations. My grandfather, combining his trade as a gunsmith and passion as an outdoorsman, first opened the doors to his new business in 1923.

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Mon – Closed | Tue – Thu: 9:00am. – 8:30 pm. | Fri – Sun: 9:00am. – 6:00 pm.
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