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717 Armory
7500 Derry St, Harrisburg, PA 17111, United States
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Al
Review №1

It’s a great indoor range, nice 25 yard and 50 yard lanes. But what ever don’t get any simple cerakote jobs. When I did, I asked to make my Beretta have white grips with blue diamonds, it came back unchanged. Then then 2nd gun the yellow didn’t come out right. Not to mention when I posted my pictures to the cerakote forums, everyone assumed it was something I did on my very first try, and not by a professional gunsmith.

Ma
Review №2

I am new to the 717 area and was having a bad day. I decided to head to the local range to let off some steam and I must say that I was pleasantly surprised by the service! I was greeted warmly, had a very friendly, knowledgeable staff who helped me find the perfect selection to fire in the range. If you live in the area or are visiting, I highly recommend The 717 Armory! I had a 5 star experience and cant wait for my next visit!!

Ko
Review №3

My fiancé and I had the most amazing experience here with our instructor Will. This was our first time in a gun range. Learning gun safety fundamentals from Will definitely helped us with properly using our rentals.Our weapons of choice were the AR-556 and the Beretta 9mm. He was so patient with us and provided immediate feedback in order to more accurately hit our targets.The staff are professional, knowledgeable, and pleasant.We had a ton of fun and I highly recommend 717 Armory.

Ri
Review №4

I went with my family for a private gun class which was a present for my son who turned 13.I came from an anti gun family and had a lot of apprehension about the class and what to expect. The instructor listened to what I had to say and helped me to become comfortable with the guns by learning to respect them and what they can do.Every member of the staff that we encountered was kind and helpful. This is the type of place that is run by those who love and respect guns and want to share their passion with others.

Gr
Review №5

My experience was great for a first time, i was very scared and nervous but the the firearms instructor SHERROD BALTIMORE was AMAZING ! he is the reason i gave this place 5 stars he is very patient and helpful to the point a 3year old can do it(not really but he is that amazing). If you ever need help ask for SHEROD he is the best there seriously !

Je
Review №6

Went here for the first time yesterday. Great range. Very clean and comfortable. I will definitely be back. Thank you 717.

Bi
Review №7

Absolutely horrible place to go. The staff are have Absolutely ZERO customer service skills at all. They acted like they were professionals compared to me but as I was listening to them give advice to others I did nothing but cringe, they knew absolutely nothing about what the speak of.. Im not a new shooter have been around firearms my while life so it definitely wasnt just a one off. Went in over 5 times to use the range/buy ammo/ and to transfer a firearm. Everytime was worse than the last. The range is ridiculously over priced and TINY!

Ma
Review №8

Great place to stop and unwind. Staff is always really helpful and friendly. The option to use some high caliber rounds inside is a plus for sure. I’ve been lucky enough to go with people that have a membership so the that range is a little less crowded, but it does get a little warm in the during the summer.

Je
Review №9

The staff is very knowledgeable and very helpful. They are patient with questions. They are very willing to help you out in every aspect. And even above that, they are fun and definitely enjoy what they do! It’s great to go to a place where you know the staff is enjoying their jobs! It’s a great environment!

Ra
Review №10

Went just to check it out and get some info. I got a better greeting from the yellow lab. Started a conversation with one of the associates and i felt like i was inconveniencing him. Maybe go for the public range with my own stuff but thats about it.

Al
Review №11

This place is overpriced and the staff here are not well educated. Also, I feel it is not a good business decision to have a guy on steroids running a gun shop. I would not want to be anywhere near this place when he snaps.

Ry
Review №12

Was visiting for the holidays and stopped by to shoot on the range. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Very good pricing. The bays were clean and organized. Awesome place to shoot your guns and have a great time.

P
Review №13

Steel case ammo is no longer allowed. This is not listed in the current range rules. Drove from over an hour away to learn I could not shoot the ammo I brought, and they did not have any brass case 7.62x39 for me to purchase.Every other visit here has been very enjoyable up until this one. Facility is well kept and employees are always nice.

Ma
Review №14

5stars for range use they are the best . But the reason I gave 2 stars is they didn’t sell me a long rifle I’m 20 and I ask them I need something that I can use as deer hunting / home defense as well but the guy over there told me they don’t have anything to sell which was kinda weird and told me he won’t have anything to sell what’s so ever but at the same time they was selling to other people. Definitely will go again for the range I go all the time a 100% recommendation for range use .

Sy
Review №15

Garbage and overpriced !! Management is rude and abnoxious . STAY AWAY !!!

Ka
Review №16

I was just here couple hours ago. We are not from this State we are just visiting, went with my dad to shoot. They treated us really good and I just want to Thank you guys! Service was A1 for sure! Will def recommend to my friends around here.

An
Review №17

Extremely friendly, helpful and knowledgeable owner and staff. Very encouraging. Very empowering. Super impressive! I learned so many things that I didn’t know, and I did my homework prior. Fantastic experience! Great prices! You will not be disappointed! Patriotism abounds! 🇺🇸

Ad
Review №18

Everything gun related they are top notch. However I decided to givetheir archery shop a shot and they were awesome. Dave was professional and educational. Will definitely go back for all of my archery needs.

Ga
Review №19

Very helpful and pleasant staff! The facility was clean; and I dont think I can praise their staff enough, thanks guys for making our experience very enjoyable: I will be back.

Dy
Review №20

I have been a patron here a few times. The range facilities are not bad for the price. Be warned however, the hours of operation listed on their website for range use doesn’t accurately reflect their true hours of range use. I arrived on a Saturday - after driving an hour and fifteen minutes - which on their website and store front state facilities are open until 2100. I arrived at 20:00, looking to do some load testing on handloads, and was told “last call was a half hour ago”. That would have been useful information if it was published under their “Range Rental Pricing and Info” page on their website before people like myself drive there and waste their time.

Ja
Review №21

I was very impressed with this facility. My 18 yr old son and I visited here during a 3 day trip to The Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg. We are both gun club members and well versed in firearms, but as we drove down from Rhode Island, we were unable to bring any of our own guns with us. No problem there, they have a great selection of handguns, long guns, and even Class 3 firearms for rental. The rental fees are very reasonable, and the ammunition was fairly priced. (Ive been to ranges where they have the cheapest ammo at a huge markup) The range itself was clean, well lit, and with all the modern amenities. Staff was always available and watchful. Speaking of the staff, they were all friendly, personable, helpful, and very knowledgeable.When all was said and done, it cost us less than 70.00 for an hour on the range, putting 100 rounds through a Sig P365, with all safety gear and targets included.5 STARS. Great job, folks!

Je
Review №22

Ive been here a handful of times and I enjoy the experience especially since there is no magazine limit like state ranges. When we arrived I got a few targets and waited for my buddies to show up. One of the staff members was watching the cameras in the public range and noticed a patron improperly handling one of their firearms (even after a safety demonstration). Another staff member went in, pulled the pair out, and politely asked them to leave. The staff was quick to act and demonstrated integrity and professionalism in removing the patron, who was a danger to themselves and others. I try to go at quiet times to avoid encounters like these. Can never be sure who is next to you and how much experience, if any, they have.

Ni
Review №23

My buddy and I wanted to find a decent indoor range to go shooting. After checking out a couple ranges online, we decided to try out 717 Armory. Such a cool place, great environment, and friendly staff. Especially being as it was our first time at a place like that. Very easy rules and guidelines put in place to keep the main focus on having a great experience getting some range time. Will definitely be going back!

ke
Review №24

Place reeked of gun powder and weed. Not sure if it’s the staff or the customers coming in high. But either way, not a comfortable atmosphere for weapons handling. Seemed unprofessional.

Ju
Review №25

Awesome place. Staff is more than accommodating. So polite and knowledgeable. Couldn’t believe how cheap it was. These guys are in it for the long haul. This place is gonna be around for a long time. Thanks for the great service. Will definitely be back again and with friends!

Da
Review №26

These guys are great former military dudes that are experts on sidearms and long guns with a large selection to choose from. Plus, they are honest and, frankly, cool guys.

Ji
Review №27

Jason is a top notch instructor! He taught our entire family how to successfully use and shoot our weapon with accuracy and confidence in our knowledge. The entire staff at 717 Armory is professional, friendly and helpful.

Da
Review №28

Was in town for a conference with a couple buddies and decided to do some shooting. Very friendly and helpful owners/staff, and very good range prices. Range was clean, well ventilated, and had some cool lighting and target controls. Brought our own guns and I rented one I wanted to try. They also let me swap it out for any other gun of the same caliber. Great times. Will be back in for the next conference.

Ch
Review №29

23 years old, father of one & head of the family. I believe now was the best time to purchase my first fire arm & I strongly believe I made the right choice going to 717 Armory. No appointment needed, I drove from Philly to Harrisburg. The 2 hours I spent driving meant nothing to the great service I received as soon as I walked in thru the door. Friendly customer service from all the guys there. Chris Z took care of me & the process went completely smooth. The fire arm I bought basically sold its self (glock 17) but overall great selections on all weapons. Definitely recommend, definitely going back to purchase any future weapons. They have a customer for life.

Ji
Review №30

Perfect! Enjoyed a lot. At first feels so scared after heard the loud but later on did Bang Bang

Sc
Review №31

Love this place, knowledgeable staff and pleasant. Safe clean place to have a great time!

St
Review №32

Awesome staff, excellent stock. I worked with John primarily. He made me, my wife and my daughter feel welcome and we had an awesome time.5 stars would be a huge expansion of their used inventory. They will get there. Thank you guys and gals. We will be back.Thanks again.-Steve (USMC RETIRED)

Ch
Review №33

Friendly, safe, welcoming. Great range, with a great store in front.

Er
Review №34

Visited for the first time today and had an enjoyable experience. the facility was clean and well maintained. The staff was very friendly. Very nice facility. My only complaint is this range has very little in the way of safety protocol/enforcement. When checking in, We were not asked about what type of firearms we brought, ammo was not checked. No safety videos or briefings, not even a review of the rules, just a sign posted in each lane. Inside the range I never saw a safety officer. The people in the lane next to us had a firearm that they knew nothing about, so my friend and I had to help them a few times with basic operation and clearing jams, something that should be taken care of by a trained safety officer in the range. Very nice facility but I hope they tighten things up a little bit.

mi
Review №35

I love this place. I can’t wait until they grow. Very nice selection of guns even if they prefer the 9mm. The staff, every single one of them are helpful and knowledgeable about anything dealing with firearms. My family loves them and I recommend them for anyone.

En
Review №36

Been to the range a couple of times since the soft opening, today was my first time shooting there since the grand opening and I took the girlfriend with me. It was a great experience for her as a first time shooter and I was impressed with how well the range system worked and the staff has been a great help. The girlfriend wants to go back again, theyve earned our business!

Sy
Review №37

Usually I dont leave a review but had a very good experience everyone was very professional but more importantly very respectful highly recommend it.

Je
Review №38

Would go lower if possible

Ke
Review №39

Went to 717 for the first time today. The range is well set up,the staff is friendly and helpful,but the 25 yard range is a horror show. We took pistols to practice,and I asked one of the employees if there was a limit for caliber. He said 50 cal,which should have informed me, but we went anyhow,and were using our 9mm handguns,when a guy with a short black rifle moved into the next lane.I was clearing a failure to chamber properly on my 9mm when he fired his first shot,and the concussion from that 223 made me jump so badly that I lost control of the slide and had my thumb caught in the chamber,which was no fun at all,but I survived. I understand the advice, which I learned a LONG time ago,but stuck m,y thumb in there anyhow,because I had no other option,and paid the price,this time. My friend and I left soon after,because the concussion and muzzle blast from the short 223 was too much-we both came home with headaches and hearing issues,even with our ear protection in place. This basically no restriction policy does not make for a friendly fun shoot. The shooting lanes are fine, but the noise protection side walls are too short for an unlimited range. I will probably not go back there any time soon,even after the thumb and hearing heal up. Nice property,but TOO NOISY

Jo
Review №40

I recently found this place. I must say, everyone here is very professional. You come here, its clean and very welcoming. John, one of the employees who helped me get the weapon I have now, very friendly and professional guy. If you want people who know what their talking about, come here! Range prices are decent, no complaints with that. I also brought my family and they all said the loved this place.

Br
Review №41

We had our own guns and ammo.... Very nice facility... Very spacious, my boyfriend and i were very comfortable and also first time shooters. We had 0 exp with guns and jason was amazingly patient helpful and really cool about helping me become familiar with my gun! We will return and eventually become members. About 40 bucks for an hour total with ear and eye protection and some oil. Awesome facility... Awesome guys working there and we had loads of fun!!!

Gr
Review №42

Absolutely the best range. Everyone was incredibly friendly and they went out of their way to make sure a group of out-of-towners had a fantastic experience. They are very knowledgeable and provided very useful safety training. The ranges are very nice, well lit, and well set up. Worth the trip!

Sh
Review №43

Took in a slide to have the front site adjusted. When I picked the slide up, the cost of the repair was $40 with no explanation of services provided. I was charged 30 minutes labor. (There is no minimum charge.) I asked what was done that it took 30 minutes. I was told I would get a call on Monday with an explanation. Got no call. I called in and was told the smith was out and I would receive a call the following morning. No call. I called a final time and spoke to John. John said to the best of his knowledge it took his professional gun smith a full 30 minutes to tighten a single bolt and straighten a site. Thats the last time I will go there for anything. I will advise my friends to do the same.

Lu
Review №44

The guys there are great! I shot my first gun there and I fully recommend it! The cost is so reasonable its shocking! Im begging my dad to take me back again extremely soon! Go, trust me its worth it! A definite 5 stars!⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Al
Review №45

I came here with my dad to shoot my first real gun. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! The staff was very friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming. I felt very safe here and I would definitely recommend this place for any “first time shooters” like me!

Ji
Review №46

Phenomenal staff, fantastic selection, and great pricing on solid merchandise. The 717 crew were cordial and felt like family right off. No overstatement and no BS. I will spend a lot more money at 717 Armory while in PA.

Sa
Review №47

Great indoor range for the Hershey, Hummelstown, Harrisburg area. I try and shoot twice a week so the membership was well worth it. The membership gives you access to the members only 50yd range which includes computer controlled targets with various drills and programs built in.They have a decent selection of rental guns, and good prices on ammo and targets.

Re
Review №48

Very friendly, knowledgeable staff. Who were more than willing to entertain all my questions. Will definitely be returning soon! Thank you 717 Armory for an great experience.

Ud
Review №49

Had a really nice experience as a first time shooter. The staff was welcoming and professional. The short tutorial in the beginning was really well put and done by John. Had a good time.

B
Review №50

Led and designed by well skilled & trained professionals, with a state-of-the-art training facility offering three indoor shooting experiences, including a 50-and 25-yard firearm range as well as a 25-yard archery range. 717 Armory’s firearm ranges are designed to allow shooters to practice pistol, rifle, or shotgun marksmanship, using calibers of up to 50 BMG. Their ranges are properly ventilated to guarantee the health and comfort to all their members and guests.

Ja
Review №51

717 Armory is by far the best shop in the area. My wife and I took a private class with Jason and couldn’t have had a better time. Jason was very easy to get a long with, super knowledgeable, professional and made us feel incredibly comfortable. We learned so much in our time with Jason. He went over all of the basics and made sure we knew what we’re doing before we headed to the range. I can not recommend 717 Armory enough to everyone and anyone. It was easily one of the best experiences we have ever had. My wife went from not being so sure about owning a gun to being confident in hadleing one and being excited to go back to the range. If this is your first time or your looking for a place to learn 717 Armory is the best place to go.

Jo
Review №52

First time at 717 Armory and it was an excellent experience! The staff are all very knowledgeable and welcoming. Awesome 25 yard range with available 50 yard range for members. Looking forward to round two!!

R.
Review №53

Went to 717 to introduce my children to our new firearm. Everyone was wonderful and friendly except for KATELYN. She was rude and lacked professionalism when asked for clarity when a statement was made. Avoid KATELTN when trying to gain information on the services offered because she lacks customer service skills.Aside from KATELYN, the experience was 5 STARS!

wi
Review №54

Poor customer service.

MO
Review №55

Very nice range and the staff members are very helpful.

ni
Review №56

The place to go for shooting practice, very nice staff especially * *Jason**. Thank you so much for all your help. Keep up the good work.

Am
Review №57

Me and my family go shooting all the time now, it’s super clean, with super friendly staff, knowledgeable staff, variety of gun to rent and buy, 25-50 ranges, archery range and supplies, gun 101 and other courses are available, discounts available MWF for gun shooting, these guys know you every time you walk in and great you with smile, it feels welcoming. I started my very first shooting in this range and I have becoming much better with handling my Glock and cleaning it !! Definitely recommend 717, it’s conveniently located.FYI please wear closed toe shoes to save your trip ! Have ID ready and first timers will need to sign a waiver, which is also available on their website .

Em
Review №58

Love the friendly staff! Bought my first handgun today and they were super helpful! Paperwork included, didnt take longer than 15 minutes!

Je
Review №59

Love this place! Wonderful customer service

J
Review №60

Originally gave this shop 5 stars and unfortunately I felt that I have to adjust my review after today. Went there looking to do some shooting with a recently purchased pistol. I’m not a member so I went to the non member 25 yard range. It was pretty busy which isn’t a bad thing. I like to see the shops business is doing well but the people there were the issue. I lost count of all the unsafe manipulations i witnessed by other patrons of the range. Large groups all sharing a range which is against the rules (supposed to be 2 per lane only), then the guy next to me was having trouble clearing a malfunction and pointed the gun right at me! I raised my voice and told him to point the gun down range to clear it and to be more careful. Also there were about half a dozen times I counted people shooting the roof. I could tell because of the sound of rounds ricocheting off the steel beams. Complete amateurs in there who are a threat to everyone’s safety. There HAS to be a range safety officer present in that range. After that I hurried up and finished the 100 rounds I bought and got the hell out of there. I spoke with employees at the counter to tell them about the unsafe actions going on in there and they said they’d try to talk to people and watch it more closely. Staff was helpful and courteous but I’m afraid to say that this place is an accident waiting to happen unless they can get a qualified range safety officer in that non member range to supervise the amateurs. Had it not been for the staff I would’ve given this place 1-2 stars. Memberships are expensive but if this is the only place you can shoot I highly recommend the purchase so you can have a far better experience away from all the unsafe amateurs who have no idea what they’re doing and frankly should be under strict supervision. I’ve been shooting for nearly 20 years and this was one of the more scary experiences I’ve had at a public range. Hate to say so but unless things change for the better I won’t be back except for taking classes or purchasing/transferring firearms. I really hope nobody gets hurt here cause it’s a very clean and well run shop. They really have to stress the rules and monitor these people or someone will get hurt.

Pe
Review №61

Excellent selection and extremely helpful and knowledgeable staff. I highly recommend them as a place to go for all things shooting related.

Ca
Review №62

Unfortunately they didn’t have the shotgun we wanted, but got in the phone and found us one. Great guys!

He
Review №63

6-man group with a wide range of firearms experience (no experience to very experienced) attended a bachelor party saturday evening. We rented out the full 50 yard range (5 shooting lanes) for 1.5 hours with 1000 rounds of ammunition. Very friendly staff helped us select 5 firearms from their rentables with a quick explanation of each, and got us set up in the lanes. We rented an mp5, a 9mm glock, a suppressed AR-15, a Vector in .45, and a .45 pistol which i forget the name. I know we went over the 1.5 hour limit but Armory staff never once hassled or rushed us at all. We left when we finished shooting all our ammo. We all had an absolute blast and i highly recommend it. One possible improvement would be to provide at least 1 mag loader, which they might have had but we didnt ask. Will be back for sure. Thanks guys!

Ti
Review №64

I had a wonderful time shooting with my son-in-law and his band. The facilities are very very nice.

To
Review №65

Really enjoyed our session here, highly recommend a visit.

Da
Review №66

Great place...and really helpful staff for someone like me who hadnt shot a handgun in years..and just wanted to give it a try again..

Z
Review №67

Visited this store with a couple friends a little while ago (7 or 8 months ago) but was very disappointed. Store was empty and employees didnt even look up from their phones when we walked in. After going through the store I tried asking them a question and barely got a response. They treated us as an inconvenience and lost my business.

Da
Review №68

One of the only indoor ranges with both 25 and 50 yard lanes. Brand new facility and very clean. Amazing staff. Had them clean my KRISS Vector .45 ACP. I wont go to anyone else for service on my gun.

Da
Review №69

Friendly staff, great facilities, Im definitely going back!

Ro
Review №70

Clean. Well managed and professional staff. My new favorite place to hone my skills.

Ca
Review №71

717 Armory boasts a very knowledgeable staff who are eager to talk to customers about all their firearm needs. They are friendly and personable on top of being knowledgeable. The three ranges (25yds, 50yds, and archery) are ckean, well-lit, and safe. Their selection of firearms and gear is on the lighter side, but if they dont have what youre looking for, they will get it for you. I would highly recommend 717 Armory. A few added bonuses that make this place superb: BBQ food trailer right outside, brewery next door, and most of all 717 is local and veteran owned.

Ka
Review №72

A became a member in April. Quickly after that I found out I was pregnant and could no longer use their facility for mine and baby’s health.I have called their facility 13 times over the past FOUR WEEKS to see if I can get partial money back or even just put my membership on hold until I can safely go shooting again. Staff who answered the phones told me they were certain they would be able to figure something out with my new situation. On my 14th call I was told that no accommodations would be made what so ever.This is disappointing. I enjoyed my month of using the range and was excited to be able to go back after my pregnancy. I was told they make NO exceptions for any circumstances. Not for pregnany, deployments, hospital bound indidviduals. $800 down the drain.I will be taking my business elsewhere.I’m reviewing at 3 stars because the instructors were helpful but no flexibility with customers who would have been loyal patrons. I highly recommend considering changing this policy.

Ro
Review №73

Great staff...clean facility...wish membership was on a payment plan but will save up to get one..

An
Review №74

A decently sized shop with a lot of options, from gear to firearms to archery to ranges with multiple distances. The staff also seems to be quite knowledgeable about their products.

Ed
Review №75

Great experience, will definitely go again.

Mi
Review №76

Says they are open on Sunday, but the door is locked with a sign that says they are closed.

Ad
Review №77

Awesome guys, great prices and super friendly

Pa
Review №78

Very knowledgeable and great people

Ty
Review №79

Wish I knew of this place earlier. Current having my slide milled for and RMR mount. Lots of selection and theyre a licensed dealer for Glock, Sig, HK, S&W, and likely others.

Al
Review №80

Very cool staff and selection of items

Ja
Review №81

Nice range, store, and freindly helpful staff.

Jo
Review №82

Great facility, friendly staff. Well worth visiting.

Da
Review №83

Awesome place and friendly staff!

Tj
Review №84

Very nice place. All employees are on point.

Ma
Review №85

Great lanes, reasonable prices

Ar
Review №86

New gun range has everything you need.

Ry
Review №87

Good place to shoot but prices to rent a lane to shoot is ridiculous

DJ
Review №88

Great place.

Ma
Review №89

Awesome facility

Ch
Review №90

Prices for transfer are outrageous.

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4.5 Rating
  • Address:7500 Derry St, Harrisburg, PA 17111, United States
  • Site:https://717armory.com/
  • Phone:+1 717-216-8835
Categories
  • Archery store
  • Archery range
  • Firearms academy
  • Gun shop
  • Shooting range
Working hours
  • Monday:10AM–8PM
  • Tuesday:10AM–8PM
  • Wednesday:10AM–9PM
  • Thursday:10AM–9PM
  • Friday:11AM–6PM
  • Saturday:10AM–8PM
  • Sunday:10AM–8PM
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
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