IMPORTANT

GUNSMOAK CWP is NOT intended for beginning shooters.
Basic pistol skills are required to complete this course.   Please Contact the instructor to discuss scheduling as necessary.

    HOW DO I GET A CONCEALED WEAPONS PERMIT?

     
  1. Are YOU a Beginning Shooter?
    If you are not proficient w/ your handgun to SAFELY Handle, Load, Aim, & Fire completely UN-ASSISTED, you need to acquire First Steps, or Basic Handgun training.  GUNSMOAK CWP is NOT intended for Beginning Shooters.   You are welcomed to contact GUNSMOAK for assistance via Private Lessons, or assist in building a small Handgun Safety class by inviting some of your friends to join you.
     
  2. Reserve a Seat - Why Wait, Again?
    If it is NOT a priority for you, you'll be reading this same information a year from now, OR TWO. (Right, Harris?)   Go ahead, MAKE THE RESERVATION and follow through. Talk it up and bring your friends with you.   Don't ask them. TELL THEM you are attending and THEY should join YOU.
     
  3. WHY EIGHT Hours?
    SC law requires you to spend Eight hours in Instruction.   Though you could read the material on the web, hearing some explanation of SC Gun Law may keep you out of the trouble later.
     
  4. Send in the App Packet
    ***** CWP Application. Open, Complete, THEN PRINT
    The sooner you send it, the sooner it is processed.   You will NOT need the application at the classroom.   Once you get an Instructor number and a signed certificate copy you may mail your packet.  
    FOLLOW THE CHECKLIST on the front of the application to ensure everything is in the envelope.  
    Not all list items may apply to you.  
     
  5. WAIT - PATIENTLY
    and don't call SLED until day 100.   Lately, some have received permits much earlier.  
    While you're waiting, spend some time on the Concealment and/or Armed Friendly websites and forums. You'll find a wealth of information and numerous folks that enjoy bantering, querying, and prying into new and old information, tactics, test results, etc. regarding all sorts of firearms and topics.

You can find any number of interesting Firearm related Training or discussion sites.   Be sure to look around before settling on just one or two.   Consider every piece of advice for logic, application, and reality; does it make sense to YOU?   Even the most outlandish tales may seem to a novice a logical possibility if told by a skilled conversationalist.   Don't believe everything you hear, even from across the counter at a Gunshop.   However, a Gunshop clerk is usually more savvy than a Sports-clerk at Wally-mart, Richards, or Trouts'R'Us.

    What do I bring to Class??
  • NOTHING.
    unless bringing CASH for payment, GUNSMOAK provides everything you need for taking notes.
  • Still need to Qualify?
    GUNSMOAK usually has several opportunities for Live Fire on separate days to enable personal work with less experienced SHOOTERS.   BUT not all GUNSMOAK classes have this option.
    *** GUNSMOAK CWP is NOT INTENDED FOR BEGINNING SHOOTERS.

    ONE-DAY COMPLETE Training

      Private Lands, Hunt Club, Farm, etc.
    1. FIREARM
    2. 50 Rnds Ammunition
    3. Range Holster - NO CONCEALED Drawing
    4. Safety Equip - Eyes, Ears, Hair Ties, etc
      *** GUNSMOAK may offer inexpensive options - call/email for info
    5. Closed Toe Shoes/Boots, Dress for intended environment
    6. Weather dependent attire
    7. Liability Waiver Click Here, Sign and Bring to class for private Property
      Liability waiver is only necessary for private property hazardous activity.   Live Fire accomplished at Indoor range is covered by signature on Range policy

    Multi-meet, SPLIT SESSION, INDOOR RANGE

      Live-Fire @ Trader World
    1. FIREARM
    2. 50 Rnds Ammunition
    3. Safety Equip provided w/ range fee
      Classroom Instruction
    1. All materials provided
      Feel free to bring a favorite notebook, pad, etc. if that is your customary mode for classroom environment
    2. Do NOT bring firearms into classroom unless/until express permission is given by the instructor.


 

IMPORTANT

GUNSMOAK CWP is NOT intended for beginning shooters.
Basic pistol skills are required to complete this course.   Please Contact the instructor to discuss scheduling as necessary.


 
    What you MUST SUBMIT to SLED
    CLICK HERE to see a Submission chart.
    A Checklist is included ON THE APPLICATION.

    ***** CWP Application
    DOWNLOAD, COMPLETE, THEN PRINT


     


 

Information & disclaimers

“Concealable weapon” means a firearm having a length of less than twelve inches measured along its greatest dimension that must be carried in a manner that is hidden from public view in normal wear of clothing except when needed for self defense, defense of others, and the protection of real or personal property.

Specific information on your firearm IS NOT recorded.

Normal Target or Concealed Carry Arms ONLY - NO Homemade, kit, nor Match Arms allowed. EVERY FIREARM WILL BE INSPECTED FOR SAFETY. Instructor IS sole authority regarding inclusion firearms for CWP qualification

Ammunition :Store-bought, Branded/Boxed, Manufactured ONLY

Moderate Calibers Recommended for Qualification.

Range attire should be closed-toe shoes, outdoor wear (comfortable jeans, boots, wide-brimmed hat, etc)
Soft-sole shoes are NOT recommended for out-door ranges.

 

Safety gear may be available for outdoor qualification on a 1st come, 1st served basis.

Safety Items not included in course price.

Refund for Cancellation prior to 15 days of class start available MINUS Admin charge of $5 + 7.5%.

COURSE DEPOSIT IS VALID FOR ONE YEAR - contact instructor


 


 

Can I apply for a Concealed Weapons Permit

Disqualifying Factors PER SECTION 16-23-30, SC LAW

  • convicted of a crime of violence in any court of the United States
  • Fugitive from Justice
  • Habitual Drunkard or Drug Addict
  • Adjudicated Mentally incompetent

    You may access South Carolina's Gun Law HERE


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