Craig - Freedom Arms Unlimited

Freedom Arms Unlimited specializes in structured firearm training through official NRA courses. Their instruction covers everything from first-time shooters to those seeking Wisconsin concealed carry certification.

Their course catalog includes:

• •First Steps Pistol – Introduction to revolvers and semiautomatic pistols
• •Basic Pistol – 8+ hours covering safe handling, shooting positions, transport, cleaning, and ammunition. Students learn bench rest and two-handed standing positions
• •First Steps Shotgun – Hands-on introduction to shotgun mechanics
• •Basic Shotgun – Full shotgun safety and marksmanship course
• •First Steps Rifle – Focused rifle training, max 4 students per class for better instructor ratio
• •Basic Rifle – Comprehensive rifle fundamentals
• •Muzzleloading Rifle – Black powder rifle instruction
• •Home Firearm Safety – Security and storage in residential settings
• •Personal Protection Inside the Home – Legal and tactical home defense
• •Personal Protection Outside the Home – Beyond-home personal protection principles
• •Wisconsin Conceal Carry – Permit-focused training for Wisconsin residents

Most courses split time between classroom instruction and live-fire range work. First Steps courses run a minimum of 3 hours; Basic courses run 8+ hours. Classes stay small—First Steps Rifle caps at 4 students max, ensuring quality instructor attention.

• •Important: No live ammunition allowed in the classroom. All classroom training uses unloaded firearm handling.

Each student receives course materials: - NRA shooting handbook (specific to course type) - Gun safety rules brochure - Marksmanship qualification booklet - Course completion certificate

Beyond training, Freedom Arms offers full gunsmith capabilities:

• •Cleaning and lubrication
• •Bore sighting and scope mounting
• •Scope ring lapping and zeroing
• •Re-bluing
• •Machining (tapping, drilling, threading)
• •Recoil pad installation
• •Muzzle brake installation
• •Wood furniture finishing

• •Failure to fire diagnosis and repair
• •Trigger spring or parts breakage
• •Broken extractor / extraction failure repair
• •Slam fire correction
• •Broken locking pin repair
• •Feed failure diagnosis

Freedom Arms stocks used and consignment rifles across multiple action types and calibers. Their inventory includes everything from 22LR plinking rifles to magnum big-game hunters. Specific examples in stock:

Consignment firearms available include custom builds, vintage models, and specialty rifles. Prices vary based on owner requests—staff notes they consider reasonable offers.

• •Marlin 1897 Century Limited (22LR, new in box, excellent condition) – $1,500
• •SAKO Riihimaki (222 cal, with Bushnell scope) – $1,300
• •Ranger Arms (25-06 cal, with scope) – $3,500
• •Custom SAKO 338 Winmag build – $3,500
• •Ruger No. 1 Single Shot (375 H&H, with scope rings and reloading dies) – $2,200

They handle firearm transfers, processing purchases made through other dealers or private sales.

Freedom Arms is operated by Craig, Karen, and Becky, with the business honoring Tom in loving memory. This is a hands-on Wisconsin shooting community resource with real people answering questions and handling training.

The focus here is education and safety first. Every course emphasizes the four rules of safe gun handling before anything else.