Range – Article II Range https://www.article2range.com The gun range with a gun store inside! Tue, 28 Apr 2026 20:11:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 New to Concealed Carry Licenses? https://www.article2range.com/2026/04/03/new-to-concealed-carry-licenses/ Fri, 03 Apr 2026 16:10:00 +0000 https://www.article2range.com/?p=858 Are you looking to get a concealed carry license in Illinois and you are an Illinois Resident with a current IL FOID card?
Join us on the first and second Saturdays of the month to attend our Concealed Carry Class.
The classes are from 8 AM to 4 PM.
There will be a lunch break.
Bring a firearm that you want to qualify with on the second Saturday. If you do not own one yet or forgot to bring one with you, we will have a few for you to use.
At the end of the second class, the instructor will give you a certificate that you will use when applying online for your concealed carry license.

Call 630-627-0310 or Visit us in person to sign up ahead of time.

As of September 4, 2025: Our current price for the class is $175. Veterans are discounted to $99 with proof.
(Pricing Subject to Change)

As of April 3, 2026: Starting in May our 16 Hour Concealed Carry classes will start at 8 AM and run until 4 PM.

Illinois will also charge you $150 when you apply for your Concealed Carry License

]]> 858 Ladies’ Night – Mondays https://www.article2range.com/2025/09/09/ladies-night-mondays/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 16:26:46 +0000 https://www.article2range.com/?p=884 Every Monday is Ladies’ Night!

Despite what the name implies, it is all day, not just at night.

If a lady comes in to utilize the range, we charge her half price for her range fees and she gets two free rentals*.

*Rental requirements still apply.

(Terms subject to change)

]]> 884 Tactical Shoot Fridays https://www.article2range.com/2025/09/09/tactical-shoot-fridays/ Tue, 09 Sep 2025 16:17:20 +0000 https://www.article2range.com/?p=881 We host our tactical shoot every Friday except on the second Friday of the month.
Our instructor will set up a course for you to go through with him changing it up every session.
Only 14 slots are available for tac-shoot. Call and pay ahead of time to get your name on the list for the coming Friday.

The session is from 5:30 PM to Range Close
You are free to leave whenever you want. The longer you stay, the more chances you get to go through the course.

Only outside the waistband side draw holsters are allowed.

Tactical Shoot charge as of September 9, 2025: $30

(Times and costs subject to change)

]]> 881 Illinois Concealed Carry Recertification https://www.article2range.com/2025/09/04/illinois-concealed-carry-recertification/ Thu, 04 Sep 2025 17:00:08 +0000 https://www.article2range.com/?p=870 Looking to renew your Illinois Concealed Carry License?
Join us on either the second or fourth Tuesday of the month to take our 3 hour recertification class.

We’ll go over:
  • Refresher on things related to Illinois concealed carry
  • What has changed since your last class
Please bring:
  • Eye Protection
  • Hearing Protection
  • A firearm you would like to qualify with
  • 30 rounds of ammunition, you can purchase ammo here

Pricing as of September 4, 2025: $60

Call 630-627-0310 or visit us in person to sign up ahead of time.

(Pricing and Dates of availability subject to change)

Don’t forget that Illinois will also charge you $150 when you go to renew the license

]]> 870 Low-Light Double Tap Thursdays https://www.article2range.com/2025/09/04/low-light-double-tap-thursdays/ Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:25:41 +0000 https://www.article2range.com/?p=860 We will be replacing our Holster Draw days to a Low-Light Double Tap event.

This new Thursday event will be held on the second and fourth Thursdays on the month, running from 5 PM until the range closes.
We’ll have the lights off down range and provide a light to you to keep in your booth and controlled by you.

Once you’re done participating, you can hop in an open lane on our regular range for no additional cost.

Please no shoulder or cross draw holsters.

Current price as of September 4, 2025: $30

Special Opening September 4, 2025. That’s right 3 times this month!

]]> 860 New Gun Owner Training https://www.article2range.com/2020/05/16/new-gun-owner-training/ Sat, 16 May 2020 02:16:53 +0000 https://www.article2range.com/?p=704

Training session for new gun owners! "Learn your firearm"

Have you recently purchased your first gun? Had your firearm a while, but want to learn gun safety basics, how to clean and operate your firearm? We can help with that! We are offering a 30 minute private training session with our experienced training staff. -We will teach you what you need to know about transporting your firearm. -Gun Safety basics -Firearm operation -Stripping and Cleaning the firearm. -No Shooting This is a 30 minute session The cost is $30.00 Please call 630.627.0310 to schedule an appointment. Or email sosksports@gmail.com
]]> 704 MARCH 2020 Handgun Competition!!! https://www.article2range.com/2020/02/05/march-2020-handgun-competition/ Wed, 05 Feb 2020 03:00:19 +0000 https://www.article2range.com/?p=661
BENEFITS FIRST RESPONDERS! WIN PRIZES!!! COMPETITION RUNS ALL MONTH LONG!!!!
Honor our nation's heroes: establish the first of it’s kind retreat center for first responders and their families. Benefiting Cops, Firefighters, EMS, and Military. A place where they can rest in the wild. In 24 hours they can see more trauma than the average American sees in a life time. Honor their sacrifice by proving your skills.
Sign up today! Entry Fee: $20 PRIZES Shoot a qualifying target with a hand gun (your gun or a rental - rental fees apply) . Highest score at the end of the month wins! 1st: $100 and Trophy 2nd: Range Pass Proceeds benefit Hero’s Rest!! 3rd: Discount to Article II store
]]> 661 Ladies Night! https://www.article2range.com/2019/03/01/ladies-night/ Fri, 01 Mar 2019 00:52:34 +0000 https://www.article2range.com/?p=587

Ladies Night

Every Monday night, is ladies night! 90 minute range session only $8.50 from 5:00pm to close Also 2 free rental firearms (All rental policies apply) No reservations Walk-ins only
]]> 587 Rent Firearms https://www.article2range.com/2018/03/28/rent-firearms/ Wed, 28 Mar 2018 02:48:51 +0000 https://www.article2range.com/?p=262 Firearm Rental Fee:

– $ 12 for the first handgun or long gun

– $ 6 for each additional gun

***Rental party must have a minimum of two persons, at least one of which is 21 or older with a valid FOID card***
Store ammunition must be purchased for rental guns. Regular range fees apply

The Following Firearms are Currently Available to Rent:
Smith & Wesson M&P9
Smith & Wesson M&P9 SHIELD
Smith & Wesson M&P40 SHIELD
Smith & Wesson M&P40
Smith & Wesson M&P45
RUGER MARK IV
RUGER MARK II
RUGER SINGLE SIX
RUGER SECURITY SIX
BERETTA 92FS
HK P30L
BERETTA PX4 STORM
BERETTA PX4 STORM
BERETTA NANO
TAURUS MILLENIUM G2 PT111
SMith & Wesson AR-15

CZ 75B
TAURUS JUDGE
RUGER GP100
TAURUS
TAURUS 94
SCCY CPX-2
SCCY CPX-2
KAHR PM40
KAHR P380
KAHR PM9
KAHR PM45
WALTHER PK380
WALTHER PPQ
WALTHER PPQ
CANIK STINGRAY-C
RUGER SR9
RUGER SR9C
RUGER SR40C
RUGER SR45
RUGER LC9
RUGER LCP
RUGER 22/45
RUGER MARK III
SPRINGFIELD XD
SPRINGFIELD XDM-45
SMith & Wesson 66-1
SPRINGFIELD XDM-40
SPRINGFIELD XD-9
SPRINGFIELD XDM-9
SPRINGFIELD XDS-9
SPRINGFIELD XDS-9
GLOCK 27
GLOCK 26
GLOCK 23
GLOCK 23
GLOCK 22
GLOCK 21
GLOCK 20
GLOCK 19
GLOCK 17
GLOCK 30
GLOCK 34
GLOCK 35
GLOCK 41
GLOCK 42
GLOCK 43
FN FIVE SEVEN
FN S40
FN P9
FN FNS9
PARA ORDNANCE 1911
DESERT EAGLE 1911
SPRINGFIELD 1911
RUGER 1911
Smith & Wesson M&P 22
H&R SPORTSMAN
Smith & Wesson 66-2
TAURUS REVOLVER
BERETTA PX4 STORM
Norinco 1911
ROSSI 641
S&W 642-1
RUGER GP100
CHARTER ARMS Target
Smith & Wesson BODYGUARD
ANDERSON AR-15
Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22
HIPOINT CARBINE
SEARS ROEBUCK M-200
SAVAGE RASCAL
Montogmery Ward Hercules
MOSSBERG 715
SMITH & WESSON 500
RUGER AMERICAN
RUGER AMERICAN COMPACT
WALTHER CCP
MOSSBERG NRA
ROCK ISLAND ARMORY M-200
Sarsilmaz SR-38
TAURUS 85
SARSILMAZ SR-38
Ruger SP-101
Taurus Tracker

]]> 262 Conceal Carry https://www.article2range.com/2018/03/28/conceal-carry/ Wed, 28 Mar 2018 02:48:06 +0000 https://www.article2range.com/?p=260 Illinois Conceal Carry Instruction
Our Conceal Carry Class is presented by our United States Conceal Carry Association

Certified Instructors(USCCA). As required by the State of Illinois, the 16 hour class is

divided into two(2) days, of 8 hours each.

The classes are divided into Phase 1 and Phase 2. To receive the maximum training

experience the classes are intended to be taken in order. You will be required to take one

of each class.

USCCA Phase 1: In phase 1 we will discuss;

Developing a Home and Personal Protection Plan
Self-defense Firearm Basics
Defensive Shooting Fundamentals
Proper operation and ammunition
Safety, Safety, Safety

to complete this Phase 1 class. If you have your own eye and ear protection please feel

free to bring them with you, if not, they are available for purchase. You may find it helpful to bring a notebook and writing

instrument for note taking. Snacks/refreshments are allowed in class and there will be a

lunch period. Phase 1 is also an excellent stand alone class designed to teach/refresh firearm safety,

firearm handling, firearm actions and ammunition and much more.

USCCA Phase 2: In Phase 2 we will discuss

Legal Use of Force
Violent Encounters and the Aftermath
Basic and Advanced Skills
Illinois Concealed Carry Rules and Regulations
In Phase 2 there will be a shooting session requiring you

to supply you own firearm approved by the State of Illinois (any handgun designed to be

shot with one hand fits the state requirement) as a conceal carry firearm. You may rent

a firearm from our gun shop at a rate of $12.00 plus the cost of ammunition. You will be

required to take 30 shots in Phase 2, we suggest you bring extra ammunition. Most

ammunition calibers are available at our well stocked gun range. You should bring your

own eye and ear protection. There

will be a lunch period available and snacks/refreshments are welcome in the classroom.

Again it may be helpful for you to bring a notebook and writing instrument for note

taking. There will NOT be a practice session in Phase 2.

Pricing: The cost for one person to take both Phases is $199.00
Phase 1 is $100.00
Phase 2 is $99.00
3 Hour Re-Certification is $50.00
Cost for Veterans is $99.00

Regardless of any prior service/certification all 16 hours (Phase 1 & 2) must be taken to receive USCCA CCW Completion

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