Gun Shops in Philadelphia, PA

“TL;DR: great customer service.

Long review ahead:

I had never fired a gun before when I went here.

I'm respectfully hesitant in regard to guns. Before arriving here, I listened and practiced gun safety at home under the supervision of someone who safely handles guns. It's a practical skill to learn, so I want to actually practice. But so far, I had only 'textbook' experience.

I arrived here with another person and was nervous. I'd never fired a gun before and I was worried I'd hurt someone or myself. Maybe I was too nervous about it.

We pay to get in the range, we put our protective ear coverings on, and we go inside. I got even more nervous.

Once inside, it's *loud*. I knew it would be. But even through the ear plugs and muffs, it's *loud*. One of the others inside the range must have been firing high-ish caliber ammo, because it's really *loud* and it's indoors, so each shot is like thunder. I flinch with every shot, like, a full-body jump. Every shot.

I got overwhelmed. After being inside the range for five minutes, I walked back out. Never even got to load the gun.

The person I came in with handled checking out/returning gear. Me, I stood off to the side, shaking and quietly crying from how overwhelmed I was from the noise, and how stupid and silly I felt for not even being able to fire a single shot.

One of the men behind the counter noticed me crying, an older guy. Gently calls me over and tells me it's okay. That it's okay to be scared and overwhelmed, that I wasn't silly or stupid. He talks to me in nice, low, calm tones. I was still crying a bit, but I felt better. The other men from behind the counter chime in and reassure me, too, that firing a gun was scary to some and that I'm not the only person that's felt this way.

I give this place 5 stars for this. Granted, the process of actually checking in was very straightforward and easy, so on a technical level, 5 stars is appropriate. But the 5 stars from me is mainly because of how kind and understanding the people working there were to me. I was in the range just 5 minutes, and was too chicken to fire even a simple 9mm. But the men working there were so kind. It really meant a lot to me.

So thank you for that experience. This actually happened a couple years ago, I had hesitated to write a review because of how silly I still feel about this story. I'm still a bit too yellow-bellied to fire in an indoor range. But their reassurance is extremely appreciated. I still think about this experience to this day.”

“Most definitely a decent place to practice. Ammo is a little on the high side but as a customer I understand that they have to make their money too. Definitely will be visiting again.”

“Recently purchased my first firearm from Firing Line. The staff was super friendly and helpful for a first time buyer. Very happy with the service I received and will be returning in the future. Thanks a bunch.”

“Nice small gun shop. The available selection of in shop weapons is small. However. Their website has almost everything for everyone from novice to advanced marksmen . The staff are all very knowledgeable, friendly & helpful. I had an excellent experience.”

“This is not my first time dealing with Atlantic Tactical. I have half a dozen rifles, shotguns and handguns from them. All good quality. Good staff. Knowledgeable, professional and courteous. I will be returning soon for more.”