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June 2024 Monthly Training Blog

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Governors Gun Club Monthly Training Blog   Monthly Training Update It's getting hot outside. Avoid the heat, humidity and rain by joining us at GGC in our indoor ranges. We’ve added a new Defensive Shotgun class to our calendar so be sure to check it out. Many more classes are in the works and we are even retailing our current classes to be more approachable to newer & first time shooters and those who may not be as lenient on their time. Stay tuned! 2A News NFA wait times are down One of the worst things about buying something new is having to WAIT to actually use it. In the world of firearms enthusiasts, waiting for the paperwork to clear on your NFA (National Firearms Act) items like suppressors and short-barreled rifles (SBRs) has always been a test of patience. But not anymore. According to Silencer Shop , a leading retailer in NFA items, the median wait time for eForm 4 for Individual applications is a jaw-dropping 3 days. Yes, you read that right—just 3 days!  Governors

Unpacking Colion Noir's Home Defense Handgun Guide

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Our perspective as Gun Range/Store employees on Colion Noir's video "How To Buy A Home Defense Handgun"   Before you read this post give the below video a watch! Colion Noir is one of my favorite youtube personalities and I enjoy all of his videos!  To start off, I love Colion Noir’s channel and videos. Hell I have even purchased some of his merch. I don’t intend for this breakdown to be a counter argument or disagreement video…the opposite in fact, as I agree with almost everything he’s said. Rather, this video is meant to unpack some of his talking points, expand on them, and give some insight from the perspective of those here at Governor’s Gun Club (GGC) that work the range counter, range sales, and are Firearms Instructors. Our input on the topics in these videos can further the knowledge and direction of somebody who is looking to make their first handgun purchase. Revolver vs Semi-Auto I think in 2024, revolvers for self-defense only have one purpose. That'

May 2024 Monthly Training Blog

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  Governors Gun Club Monthly Training Blog Monthly Training Update The month of May is going to be a busy one for us. We've got lots of new training classes and range ideas in the works for our students and shooters. This month's update focuses on topics that we can relate to Every Day Carry. From purchasing firearms merchandise, the bill drill, and some tips and tricks for holsters. 2A News Armed with Privacy: Celebrating a Major Step Forward in Second Amendment Rights! If you are not familiar, a Merchant Category Code(MCC) is a four-digit number assigned to businesses by credit card networks like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. MCCs are used to classify the type of goods or services a business provides. Previously, Firearm retailers were categorized under the MCC for either sporting goods stores or miscellaneous retail. A new decision has been made to adopt a MCC for Firearms specifically.  In short, whenever you make a purchase at a firearms retailer, a ban

Welcome to Governors Gun Club Training Blog

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Governors Gun Club Monthly Training Blog Welcome to the Governors Gun Club Training Newsletter! Our training blog is here to provide gun owners information on upcoming 2nd Amendment news, fun drills to try on our ranges, Tips and Tricks to improve your shooting skills and a highlight on gear and gadgets to add to your toolbox. 2A News 🚩Spotting Red Flags🚩 What are Extreme Risk Protection Orders(ERPO) or “Red Flag Laws?” Red Flag Laws or ERPOs allow family members, household members or law enforcement officials to petition a state court to temporarily remove firearms from individuals who may present a danger to themselves or others. If someone you know sees or knows that you own firearms and feels that you could be a danger to yourself or others, they can notify law enforcement. Law enforcement can then petition a judge to allow them to remove your firearms from your possession. This petition is made without your knowledge. So, before you have a chance to defend yourself against these