Inner SE Portland - location to test shoot and take class?

[evandrago]

I am considering a few guns and would like to also learn the basics of shooting. I never shot a handgun before. Ideally a place I can rent some of the guns I am considering and see how they feel (Glock 19,19x , sig p320, sig p365, SW MP Shield Plus, Taurus gx4 all 9mm and dagger though I am not holding my breath) - thinking of two guns, one a conceal carry and another a larger one). I called The Place to Learn and they have $50 classes (plus ammo) where they teach you basics and also you get to fire about 100 bullets. Any other suggestions for locations or how to go about learning and trying the guns before buying? TIA!

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[Joe13]

Safe fire in Vancouver but you have to bring your own firearm to rent theirs. I think they have classes as well. Check out their website.

 

[Hooyah DeepSea]

Two things; As for firearms, you might also look at the S&W M&P 2.0 Compact. with the standard mags it's great for concealed carry, but it will also take full size M&P 2.0 mags. And, there are holsters available in various configurations.

As for the classes, try and find one that gives you training and sets you up for your concealed carry.

Two birds with one blast!!

 

[evandrago]

Two things; As for firearms, you might also look at the S&W M&P 2.0 Compact. with the standard mags it's great for concealed carry, but it will also take full size M&P 2.0 mags. And, there are holsters available in various configurations.

As for the classes, try and find one that gives you training and sets you up for your concealed carry.

Two birds with one blast!!

I already applied for my conceal carry just waiting for the fingerprinting.

 

[Gun Mechanic]

I'd check out the PSTC in Clackamas. They have classes and rentals. It's pricey but worth it, IMHO.

 

[spookshack]

Safe fire in Vancouver but you have to bring your own firearm to rent theirs. I think they have classes as well. Check out their website.

Bringing a buddy to shoot will also work too if you don't have one of your own. You have to use their ammo for the rentals. I only needed 1 box of 9mm when I recently rented a Sig P365 XL. It was like .50 cents a round for a box of 50. Ouch…., still worth it though.

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[spookshack]

As for training, try here: https://www.pacwestdefense.com/
training locations in Vancouver, WA and Sherwood, OR.

 

[Member 66129]

Unless A Place to Shoot has improved dramatically, I can't recommend going there.

Safefire in Vancouver would be my recommendation.

I've never taken a class at Threat Dynamics other than my CHL, but if Sherwood is closer to home, they also offer firearm rentals and training.

 

[Member 66129]

Safe fire in Vancouver but you have to bring your own firearm to rent theirs. I think they have classes as well. Check out their website.

I didn't realize they changed that, but considering what happened I'm not surprised.

 

[Kimber Custom]

I sent you a PM with some private coaching options but I also have a group class coming up on Dec 10th https://fundamentalshooting.com/ola/services/first-shots-pistol-12

 

[spookshack]

@evandrago, Kimber Custom is good people.

 

[ob1]

I couldn't recommend Threat Dynamics (they appear to be selling out the firearms community in order to cash in on exhorbitant priced IP 114 training class fees)

A Place to Shoot yourself...as that implies, has a poor safety environment, including a fatality. I've experienced lead showers when the "Safety" officers place you right next to magnum revolvers on the firing line..never again.

The PSTC, a block South of Clackamas Town Center on 82nd, is spendy but you might as well get used to that if IP 114 passes next month.
Remember to tell everyone you know....

NO ON IP 114 !

If you know they will vote yes on this you have two options...
Tie them up in your basement until after the election or buy a slingshot.

 

[evandrago]

I sent you a PM with some private coaching options but I also have a group class coming up on Dec 10th https://fundamentalshooting.com/ola/services/first-shots-pistol-12

Thank you!

 

[Jay Walk]

I learned at Safe Fire in Camas, no regrets.
Pro training is the key, Have shot with multiple friends/family since and some of them are down right unsafe. None of them were trained and sometimes it really shows.

Purchased five classes with Paul Prather. He is great and a retired sheriff's trainer.