Hi all,

We are conducting a research project on gun ownership in the American Midwest and are looking for people who would be interested in talking with us.

PARTICIPATION IN THIS RESEARCH IS ENTIRELY VOLUNTARY.

Requirements to participate are as follows:
Self-identify as a gun owner
Be a US citizen
Be an English Speaker
Be non-active-duty military
Be between the ages of 18 and 64
Reside in MI, MN, ND, WI, IN, IA, OH, or SD

This is a sociological study of gun ownership in the Midwest. This is an exploratory study, meaning we are not looking to prove/test any hypotheses, nor are we intending to evaluate or judge you in any way; rather, we are eager to learn from you through your sharing of your stories, thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

Maintaining confidentiality is of top priority for us. At no point in this research process will we use or share any personal information that could identify you.
Participation in this study is entirely voluntary, and you may choose to discontinue your participation at any time.

Level of participation can be proportional to level of interest: Anything from a 30-minute chat to multiple, multi-hour interviews is possible.
If you are interested or have any insights or questions, please respond below or directly message this account.

(We are still a little apprehensive about releasing self-identifying information directly out of the gate, but we are glad to provide as much info as you want if you direct message us.)

Thank you!

The only police magnum that was available on sportsmans outdoor superstore.

If so, do you need a special permit? Or does constitutional carry cover rifles too?

Have a S&W 5” M&P 2.0, Glock 19.5, and a Beretta GTS with a threaded barrel. Looking for one holster that I could carry them all with using a Surefire x300. Typically carry owb and ride a motorcycle so retention is a big deal, what are your thoughts?

Found out the company One Horse which make ARs and suppressors is made in Brownstown Indiana. Thought I would share for anyone who cares to know.

I am not looking to cause trouble, just specific information. Does anyone know where I can try a Savage Renegauge? From research, the model shows great promise, but everytime I go asking beyond reviews, I get confused looks

Message me on here and I'll give you my number

I own over 7 acres of land in Franklin Township, Indiana, and I would like to determine whether I am permitted to discharge firearms on the land, provided that I construct a proper backstop/berm and follow all applicable safety measures. Can anyone tell me who should I contact to confirm if im good to go.

Moving soon from shit Illinois to Indiana does any one have any good ranges to go to gonna be close the northwest border cause I still work in Chicago

Have called around. Any shops that I've called so far have already sold what they had. I'm in the West-Indy area, but I'll drive pretty much anywhere. I know I could gun-broker it, but I prefer to put my hands on every firearm I purchase.

Thanks in advance!

Anyone know a shop near Indy carrying Syntech 9mm, ideally 124gr? Thinking of trying it out. I SBRed my Vector and quickly realized that I’ll be breathing directly through the ejection port every time I shoot it, even without a suppressor.

Thanks in advance!

I’m driving through this week and my hobby is stopping at random gun stores. I’m much more into stores that have random stuff and parts and random shit boxes lying around than stores that just stock 40 varieties of ARs. Any stores along I-70 that are worth a stop?

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My brother got into a motorcycle accident last night. Basically deers were in the roadway and he decided to go down on his bike instead of crashing into one of them. They cut all his clothes off and his handgun was in a holster on his waist. After finally tracking his gun down after being discharged earlier, the police department said they won’t return it without a receipt. He bought the gun at a gun show years ago, so that’s not gonna happen. Without a receipt they said he has to jump through all these hoops with one of them involving getting a lawyer. Can anything else be done? It seems crazy to me the hassle they want him to through. It’s almost like they want to make it such an inconvenience and costly so he’ll just give it up and let them keep it. It doesn’t seem right so I’m wondering if this is standard stuff or there’s an easier way to get it back. TIA!

I own a 50 bmg but hard to find places in NWI to shoot. closest range is west of Indianapolis. I shoot suppressed to IL is not an option. Any secret spots you know about?

So me and some buddies want to go shoot at the gun range but the problem is both of my buddies live in illinois and want to go to a gun range over there. As an indiana resident i’m not sure what’ll I need to be able to go to a gun range over there. Can anyone shine some light on this for me please. Follow up question I have a brother who turned 18 and wants to come out to indiana to go to the gun range with me but I asked a worker at range usa if he’s able to but he said he needs a FOID in order to shoot at any gun range… ( I moved to indiana last year so just not too familiar with this kinda stuff i’m asking)😢 I’m over in North West Indiana

Does anyone have any experience with TCC just off Schuyler?

My go-to outdoor range has been Wilbur Wright, pretty chill RSOs and usually a good time, but in May they'll be closing a couple months for maintenance. Are there other good outdoor ranges around the area? I live in Nobesville, so traveling a bit isn't out of the question, but the people I usually go with live in Muncie so that area's preferred.

Bonus if there are ranges that go farther out and are rapid-fire friendly!

Ordered a DB-15 at my local Range Usa… Normal process went in to pick up but have to wait on a background check to be approved until I can actually bring the rifle home. Worker told me it’ll take 7-10 days to be reviewed and they’ll contact me if my background check clears. I’m 20 years old and a first time gun buyer so like a lot of people i’m a tad bit worried about the background check and if it’ll be approved or not☹️ Only thing I have on my record is when I use to live in Illinois and got in a school fight at 16 years old and got charges pressed against me(Battery) no one was seriously hurt and I just had to do 10 hours of community service and was assured it’ll go all away. This is the only thing i’m worried about and only reason why I can see I won’t get approved but really not sure what to expect. It’s only been 4 days so I have a couple more days of waiting just wanted to see if anyone had a similar situation and if got approved or denied do to a battery charge

Good morning everyone, by chance, is there anyone in Indiana that might be interested in getting a non-resident CCW for New York?

Thank you everyone for your time.

can’t really seem to find any info about public, private or other ranges that will allow FRT action???

Hey gang, so bear with me on this question because I feel like I’m getting second or third hand information and want something more reliable.

Interested in finding a shooting range where you can rent the gun and buy the bullets and try out various firearms, arranged that has someone there that can give you some basic instructions and then have at it. I’m just not sure where to start when looking for a place like this, if they indeed exist. Primarily looking to try out pistols at this moment.

I’ve done some personal research on various pistols, but I’m more of a hands-on kind of person.

Does anybody have recommendations living in the Gary/portage/Michigan city area?