Wendl's Weapons

Wendl's Weapons operates both a retail firearms store and indoor shooting range in Carroll, serving shooters across Western Iowa from Jefferson to Fort Dodge to Ames. Located at 810 E US HWY 30, this is the setup for people who want to buy a gun and test it the same day.

The range features six lanes at 25 yards with automated stations, individual lights, and sound-absorbing material throughout. The facility handles calibers up to 50BMG, though muzzleloaders, air rifles, and shotguns aren't permitted.

What separates Wendl's is their full-auto rental inventory—one of the largest selections in Iowa. You can rent:

• •AR-15 (.223, 30rds)
• •MP-5 (.223, 32rds)
• •HK416 (.223, 30rds)
• •AK-47 (7.62×39, 30rds)
• •UMP-40 (40S&W, 40rds)
• •M60 (.308, 20rds)
• •1928 Tommy Gun (45 ACP, 20-50rds)
• •Browning 1919 (30rds)
• •FN F2000 (.223, 30rds)
• •Desert Eagle (50AE, $5/round)

Kids can shoot with adult supervision (no minimum age requirement). You must be 18 to shoot alone.

Daily rates available. Children under 12 shoot free with a paying adult.

• •Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm | Sat 9am-5pm | Sun 1pm-5pm (closed Mother's Day through Labor Day)

Their firearms inventory rotates constantly—updates post every Monday morning. They stock:

• •Brands: Ruger, Sig Sauer, Smith & Wesson, Glock, Springfield, Browning, Benelli, Taurus, Winchester, Mossberg, Savage, Walther, Colt, Henry, Kimber, and 30+ others

• •Specialties: Volquartsen precision rifles and pistols (authorized dealer), Benelli shotguns (authorized dealer)

• •Categories: Pistols, revolvers, rifles, shotguns, suppressors, and pre-owned firearms

• •Price range: Under $100 up to $2,000+. Recent stock includes Volquartsen Black Mamba customs ($1,400-$1,800+), Ruger MK IV ($1,300+), and suppressor options from SilencerCo and Dead Air.

They also maintain ammunition stock across multiple calibers and offer an online store for mail orders.

A certified gunsmith is on staff. Services include:

• •Gun Cleaning: $35 minimum (shotguns, rifles, handguns); $50 minimum for muzzleloaders. Cost increases based on condition.
• •Gunsmithing: $35 minimum charge. Most types of work performed—call for specifics on your project.
• •Scope Mounting & Bore Sighting: FREE if either the scope or firearm is purchased from Wendl's.
• •Firearm Transfers: $40 per transfer. They're an FFL dealer with SOT licensing.
• •No-Hassle Layaway: 25% down (nonrefundable), 90 days to pay off.

1. Call 712-775-2338 during business hours 2. Place order and pay (cash, money order, cashier's check, Visa, MasterCard accepted) 3. Arrange transfer with local FFL dealer 4. Have FFL mail to: Wendl's Weapons, 810 E HWY 30, Carroll, IA 51401 (or email [email protected])

• •Full-auto rental inventory: Largest selection in Iowa for NFA firearms rentals
• •Same-day range testing: Buy a gun and shoot it immediately on their six-lane range
• •Certified gunsmith: In-house work capability
• •Volquartsen specialist: Authorized dealer with specialty .22LR and .17HMR precision rifles
• •Bring your own or rent: The range welcomes shooters with personal firearms or rental options
• •Gift cards available
• •NRA members