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General Range Rules

 

  • ALWAYS keep the gun pointed in a safe direction.

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  • ALWAYS keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.

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  • ALWAYS keep the gun unloaded until ready to use.

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  • NO ONE is allowed forward of the firing line at any time, under any circumstances.

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  • Shooters MUST  wear eye and hearing protection prior to entering the range, and keep it on until they exit.

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  • Only one person is allowed in the shooting booth at a time, a second person will need to remain at arm’s length away from the shooter during live fire.

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  • NO Slugs and birdshot, personal protection ammo, explosive, or armor piercing ammunition is allowed to be shot in the range, a $5000 per round penalty will apply, and you will subject your own supplied ammunition for inspection prior to entering the range.

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  • NO Draw/Shooting from the holster is permitted. To shoot from a holster please inquire about advanced training opportunities.

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  • NO more than 2 guests are permitted in each lane with a pistol permit holder. 
     

  • NO food, beverage, or smoking/vaping will be permitted in the range.

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  • If you are pregnant, you agree that you have consulted with your physician regarding shooting activities, and lead exposure.

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  • All firearms must be kept in a carry case, or holster until you are in your assigned shooting port. No firearms are to be carried from the range to the retail area or vice versa, a container will be provided for rental firearms. All firearms must be cleared, breach open, and properly cased when removed from the firing line.

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  • No shooting at other shooters' targets.

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  • Be sure you are using the correct ammo for your gun.

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  • If you receive 2 warnings for safety violations, a third occurrence will be grounds for expulsion from Stratford Guns & Ammo.

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  • There shall be no conflict with RSO Staff, they are there for your safety.  Concerns should be brought to management.

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  • During Ceasefire, DO NOT handle firearms, ammunition, magazines, or target carriers.  You are required to stand at the back wall.

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  • If you have a malfunction and need assistance, you may back up from your shooting port and ask the RSO for assistance. ​

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  • If any malfunction occurs, and you cannot clear the chamber, leave the firearm on the shooting bench and ask a range office for help. If a cease-fire is called, unload your firearm with the cylinder open, slide locked back, and step behind the range line.  

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  • Shooters under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

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  • Be courteous and aware of other shooters around you.

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  • If you intend to do bodily harm to yourself or others, you are not permitted on the range.

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  • No black powder firearms are allowed.


 

Ammo Types Allowed On Range

 

Allowed:

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  • Handguns, Shotguns, "Other" & Rifles 

  • Ammo up to .308 including .308 Win

  • Frangible and non-frangible ammunition

  • 00 Buck & Slugs only

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NOT Allowed:

  • No armor-piercing ammo

  • Birdshot

  • Calibers higher .308 Win.

  • No green, blue, red, or black tip ammunition

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