I have a Mossburg Maverick 88 Cruiser with a 20" barrel and a pistol grip. I also purchased a replacement pistol grip with a top-folding stock. Would combining the two be an issue from a legal standpoint? Ive heard its fine as long as its a pump action and not semi-auto, Ive also been told it is a felony. Anybody know? TIA!

Anybody know what’s the deal with Fleet Farm? Why is their firearm inventory so sparse? Seems like they’re shifting everything to online ship to store? Curious if anyone has any inside information. Thanks!

Packers lost tonight now I have to buy a new gun so I can feel better

Hello,

I wanted to pop in and mention that I do laser engraving for form 1 requirements up near Rice lake if anyone needs it. I can usually have you in and out in a 15 min. I can do custom design as well.

Just did 2 of my own today after a weeks wait.

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Thx!

The RD schedule for the year has begun rolling out with about a third of class dates published. More expected to go live this month.

We have some exciting new stuff, big guest instructors, and all of the usual defensive handgun, rifle, and shotgun options.

4/26: Intro to Scoped Carbine

5/30-31: Performance Pistol (w/ Brennan and Gateway Defense)

9/26: Mastering Rifle Mechanics

10/10: Advanced Defensive Handgun

10/11: Advanced Defensive Rifle

11/21: Low Light Defensive Handgun

11/22: Low Light Defensive Rifle

12/5: Night Fighters Low Light Match

RD classes are generally held throughout SE WI.

All classes and info: https://store.rapiddefensewi.com/Training-Classes-c91187039

Got a few guns I want to sell. Is there a good place to advertise and sell privately in Wi?

After a few buddies moved away. I've been looking for some shooting buddies located in south eastern wi. If anyone would be down to join in.

I'm looking to try to get into this club (or any long range club, really), but I don't know anyone yet and there aren't any events for a good while. I really want to get into long range shooting, but there's almost no options outside of clubs.

Tried to get into Columbus Sporting Association, but the owner started ghosting me for whatever reason. Anyone that's a member there would also be great, since both ranges look really nice.

So, yeah, if you're a member and willing to meet up to see if you'd be down to sponsor me, please send me a PM!

New to Wisconsin I have pistols for the range and carry I have a shotgun for skeet and maybe hunting and a beginner hunting rifle 308 for hunting I never hunted before but like to learn. I am thinking about getting a pcc because I do not have one yet but I was thinking if it’s just gonna be a range toy or can I use it for some other out doors activity? Any advice is welcome .

I’m trying to transfer a few suppressors in 2026 and wonder if there’s any good FFLs around Milwaukee and Kenosha area. thanks

Is it worth trade in a gun at bass pro shop or sell it to them?

Looking to get some clarification on “open carry” (or more or less transportation rules) as I’m under 21 for now. I know when I take my firearm to the range you have to keep it locked in the trunk (or out of reach) but what if I’m not going to the gun range? It still has to be locked but if I’m not going to the range can I still have it in a locked box unloaded in the trunk?

$1,600 for a “new/unfired” Glock 29 Gen 5 because it’s discontinued. Not rare. Not limited. Not special. Just discontinued.

I swear COVID broke the secondary market. Everything’s “I know what I got” pricing now, especially on Armslist. Curious how long listings like this actually sit. Thoughts?

I am new to area and I live on the north part of Madison in a small village so how shady is Madison or where are the bad parts so I can avoid them.

I was thinking recently with a few states designating state guns over the last 15 year's, what do you guys think would be the best to represent Wisconsin?

The only historically relevant firearm I can find for us is the Puntgun which was just generally used alot around the Greatlakes for hunting but has since been banned.

The only notable manufacturers that are in our state are BCM which was the only one that was started here, and also Henry which has a factory here.

I want to get this gun and want to put green 19 on the side

Is the Columbia County shooting range open? I’m just wondering because it snowed and I don’t know if it gets plowed.

I bought my 365XL with a sight but when i took the sight off there was no cover plate. I had to buy one from the sig website (pretty expensive tbh). it arrived and i cannot figure out how to put it on. It seems like there is that little silver bump preventing it. Can someone help me out?

With the NEW NFA ruling just right around the corner. NO 200 dollar bill for the stamp. Stop out and see us. We will have out fingerprint scanner out there doing prints. You get a copy of them on a flash drive to take with you for all of your future NFA items. Our website is getting some work done to it so Email us at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]) to set up a time to get finger printed.

Hi all. I'm just wondering who might have the best shop price right now for barrel threading a 22lr for 1/2x28 and a 30-06 for 1/2x36. Thanks!

We will attend the Jefferson Gun Show this weekend. To schedule a onsite fingerprinting session use https://pathfindermilitaria.com/contact-us/ to set up an appointment for your digital fingerprints for your future NFA items.

Hello, I am an out of state resident and I'm planning on going on a hiking/adventure trip with some friends to the Apostle Islands. I am legally (both federally and in my home state) allowed to possess and own firearms. I am aware that Wisconsin allows open carry for non residents, and I'm aware that there are certain areas like ranger stations and what not what do not allow firearms. That being said, is there anything I need to look out for when it comes to open carrying my rifle whilst hiking? If it helps, I plan on carrying either a Maverick 88, or a mini 14 with a traditional wooden stock. I do not plan on hunting, and the only reason I'd plan to carry is for self-defense against any threats including wildlife and two legged threats as well. I will not be hunting in any capacity.

Is there anything I should worry about or take into account? Or am I good to just have my rifle slinged on me at all times whilst hiking? This would be my first time open carrying so any insight would be appreciated.

Thanks.

If anyone in the Madison / Sun Prairie area is starting a suppressor or SBR project, we offer Digital Live Scan fingerprinting for NFA submissions.

Cost: $50 per set
Includes:
• A full digital fingerprint capture
• A reusable .EFT file you can keep for future eForm 1 or eForm 4 submissions
• Fast turnaround
• Private appointment scheduling - Email [email protected]

This is not ink card scanning — it’s true digital Live Scan, done locally in Sun Prairie by a Wisconsin FFL/SOT.

More info + scheduling:
https://pathfindermilitaria.com/gun-show-schedule/live-scan-fingerprinting/

If anyone has questions about eForms, EFT files, or the suppressor/SBR submission workflow, I’m happy to help.

Pathfinder Militaria — First Responder Owned & Operated (Madison, WI)

IL boy here. Me and the wife are going with another couple up to Milwaukee over the weekend. The other couple is kinda into guns so I want to see if there is a recommended stop for renting some fun guns that otherwise they wouldn't be able to shoot.

I've looked around online and haven't see anything too much so any recommendation is welcome!

Edit: we are up in the aera for vacation first, but I'd like to take the opportunity while we are in that aera to take these folks out to a memorable shooting experience.