704 Firearms

704 Firearms & Training operates in Matthews, NC, focusing on handgun instruction for the everyday person—not the pseudo-Rambo types that dominate the gun community. Owner Mike Burks designed the program around individual attention and practical safety.

Concealed Carry Handgun Course — This is the state-mandated 8-hour instruction required for your NC concealed carry permit. Covers laws, grip, stance, sight alignment, and includes a 30-shot qualification. Handgun rental and ammo included. $135.

First Shots (Beginner) — 3-hour intro for people who've never shot. 2 hours classroom (safety rules, gun parts, loading/unloading, fundamentals), 1 hour range time. $95.

Private Group Training — Same concealed carry content but for your group (5-10 people, your location). Minimum $1,200 for up to 8 students.

1-on-1 Range Practice — For previous students who want to refine accuracy with NRA-certified instruction. $100+/hour. Includes range fee and targets (ammo/gun rental separate).

NRA Basic Pistol Course — Also available through their curriculum.

Small class sizes and focus on the individual sets us apart in the NC Concealed Carry Handgun instruction space.

They explicitly reject the tactical theater mentality. You don't need your own gun (rentals available), and beginners are welcome—just take the First Shots course first if you've never shot.

2217 Matthews Township Parkway, Suite D 172 Matthews, NC 28105 704-414-0610 Email for 1-on-1 scheduling