Top Gun Arms

Top Gun Arms is a family-owned operation that combines a full retail gun shop, state-of-the-art 12-lane indoor range, and firearms training center—all under one roof in Ethridge. Owners Tripp and Jeanea Weigel built this from the ground up, and their kids Malorie, Levi, and Jonathon run daily operations. You'll feel it the moment you walk in: this is a family business that treats customers like family.

• •Handguns: Glock, Smith & Wesson, Ruger, Sig Sauer, Springfield, and Kimber in stock. Popular models include the Glock 19 Gen4, Shield, Ruger LCP, Kimber Micro, and Springfield XDS. They also carry revolvers—Ruger Vaquero, Charter Arms (Chic Lady, Lavender Lady, Old Glory, Pathfinder), Heritage Rough Rider in 22LR, and the Smith & Wesson 500 Magnum.

• •Rifles: Henry Repeating Arms, Savage, Mossberg, Colt, and Sig Sauer. The Henry Golden Boy lever-action rifles are a store highlight. For hunting, they stock Savage Axis, Ruger American, Mossberg Patriot, and Remington 770 in multiple calibers. For precision shooting: Savage 110BA in 338 Lapua and Barrett Rifles up to 50 caliber. AR-15 platforms include Ruger AR556, Smith & Wesson M&P 15, DPMS Oracle, and ATI Omni.

• •For Kids: Savage Rascal single-shot 22LR rifles in multiple colors and Crickett Rifles to start young shooters.

• •Ammo & Accessories: Full line of ammunition (including unusual calibers), magazines in multiple colors, leather and inside-waistband holsters, paddle holsters, sights, and scopes.

• •For Women: Leather concealed carry purses, handbags with studs, and firearms in various colors to match personal style.

• •Full Inventory: Suppressors, handcuffs (including pink and green styles), western gun belts, and leg shackles.

Climate-controlled facility, 75 feet per lane. Pistols can be fired 10–75 feet downrange; rifles minimum 50 feet. Open 7 days a week (no membership required).

• •Range Specs: Rated for pistol and rifle up to 3600 fps. Hearing and eye protection available to rent or buy.

• •What's NOT Allowed: Black powder, tracer ammo, steel core (green tip), reloads, or pregnant women (health risk). No profanity or abusive language—this is a family facility.

Instructors Dean Glossup (33 years law enforcement, FBI Certified) and Vance Jack (Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, 32 years in law enforcement, ALERRT Active Shooter Instructor, TI Trainer for judgmental shooting simulator) teach the class.

• •What You'll Learn:
• •Handgun nomenclature and mechanics
• •Safety principles
• •Cleaning and storage
• •Legal liabilities and carrier responsibilities
• •Extensive range instruction and safety briefing

Requirements: 1. Get an application number at https://dl.safety.tn.gov/_/ 2. Complete Top Gun Arms Range Orientation (online or in-person) 3. Bring a firearm in good working condition (rentals available) 4. Bring 50 rounds of factory ammo (no reloads) 5. Bring eye and ear protection

• •Register: Call 931-766-5403 or 931-363-5403. Staff can help with the state application process if you lack internet access.

• •One-on-One Training with certified instructors
• •Ladies Only Training for women shooters
• •Church Security Training
• •FFL Transfers from any dealer
• •Class III Firearms (suppressors, machine guns, NFA items)
• •Machine Gun Rentals: Full Auto Thompson in 45ACP, Kriss Vector 45ACP w/ suppressor, Bushmaster 5.56, H&K MP5 9mm

The on-site classroom seats up to 50 and rents for parties, anniversaries, bachelor/bachelorette events, and showers:

• •Up to 2 hours: $125
• •Each additional hour: $25
• •With range rental: $50
• •Deposit: $50 (refunded if no damage)

Tables and chairs provided. Setup and cleanup not included.

24-Hour Lit Heliport Onsite – GPS: 35° 20.146' | 87° 12.552' | Elev. 1,022 ft.

Top Gun Arms actively supports the community: county fairs, Giles County Deer Hunters Association banquets, Crockett Friends of the NRA events, EMS Appreciation Week, and local radio shows.

Address: 180 Liberty Hill Loop, Ethridge, TN 38456 Phone: 931-766-5403 or 931-363-5403