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What’s New at Smokin’ Gun Worx?

If you haven't been to Smokin' Gun Worx in a while or have never been, you'll benefit from this summary of what it is all about and what is new and upcoming. The article summarizes Doc’s September interview on the Riley & Joe Morning Show. The full interview audio...

What Distinguishes Smokin’ Gun Worx from Others?

In Doc's August interview on the Riley & Joe Morning Show he highlighted several key aspects that distinguish Smokin Gun Worx from other gun ranges. Some of these include: A focus on excellent customer service, which includes a welcoming attitude toward new...

Doc on the Riley & Joe in the Morning Show

We’re excited to announce that Doc, the proprietor of Smokin Gun Worx, will be a regular guest on the Riley & Joe in the Morning show! Doc has established what Riley hails as the "coolest firearms facility in Northern Illinois, possibly even the Midwest." In this...

Gun Grabbing Overreach – What’s Next?

Do you believe in the right to bear arms? Gun owners and Second Amendment advocates are currently grappling with a significant threat to their rights. The recent surge in efforts to ban firearm accessories such as bump stocks and arm braces is raising alarming...

2nd TRO HAS BEEN ISSUED

As many of you know Case 1 (Effingham County) was issued a TRO. White county upheld this TRO and has granted a TRO on case 2. This ruling means that the plaintiffs and FFL’s listed on Case 1 and 2 may make purchases or transfers to each other. We are proud to inform...

Smokin’ Gun Worx Achieves a NSSF Five-Star Rating

“We’re honored to be awarded a Five-Star rating from NSSF,” said Keith Ruter, Owner of Smokin Gun Worx. “What seemed to be a monumental task of collecting data and photos, improving protocols and implementing new management strategies to make the grade, has propelled...

Smokin’ Gun Worx Indoor Range

Come in and enjoy some target practice at our state-of-the-art indoor range at Smokin' Gun Worx, your top shooting option in the Rockford, Marengo, Belvidere, Freeport, Sterling, Rock Falls, Oregon, Forreston IL and Beloit WI, region. You will never get...

Firearm Classes and Events

Learn how to use your firearms – safely and accurately. One of the things that sets Smokin Gun Worx apart from other gun shops in the northern IL region is our wide selection of firearm training and firearm safety classes. Whether you're a new gun owner or want to...

Tips For First Time Hand Gun Buyers

The recent rise in the number of firearm purchases translates to a lot of first-time gun owners purchasing firearms. If you’re a long-time shooter who grew up around firearms the notion that buying a gun could be intimidating is hard to fathom—in fact, buying a new...

Shooting, Purchase & Possession of Firearms And Ammunition

Smokin Gun Worx follows State and Federal laws for US Citizens and Legal Permanent Residents with respect to the shooting, purchasing or possessing of firearms and ammunition. Illinois residents need a FOID (Firearm Owner’s Identification) card which we can help you...