Evan's Gun World is an indoor shooting range and firearms retailer at 1637 N. Brian St. in Orange, California. It has served the Orange County community since 1995, and its clientele includes beginners, experienced shooters and law enforcement professionals.
The facility has two indoor ranges. The public range is open to everyone unless noted otherwise and allows handguns and handgun-caliber rifles (examples given: .357 lever action, .22 LR rifles, pistol-caliber ARs). The tactical range is available to members and law enforcement when it is not booked for agencies and classes, and to everyone on Wednesday rifle night. It allows shotguns and rifles up to .50 BMG. Steel core, green tip, bimetal (magnetic), tracer, bird shot and black powder ammunition are prohibited.
Range fees are $20 for the first shooter and lane and $18 for each additional shooter, with Wednesday Rifle Night at $25 for the first shooter and $20 for each additional shooter on the tactical/rifle side. Firearm rental is $20 for unlimited rentals using range ammunition, from a rental list of SIG, Springfield Armory, Staccato, Smith & Wesson, HK, Ruger, CZ, Beretta, Walther, Canik, Desert Eagle handguns and long guns including Benelli shotguns, a Marlin 1894, an AKM and Juggernaut carbines. A $299 membership covers unlimited primary-lane use, tactical-side access, unlimited rentals, and discounts.
Training includes Basic Handgun, Women's Basic Handgun, Women's Firearm Flight, Holster Draw, Red Dot, and Orange County CCW Initial and Renewal courses that meet OCSD requirements (online sessions plus an in-person qualification at the range). A tourist shooting experience with a range officer can be scheduled by email. Gunsmithing and armorer services are offered, including law enforcement duty-gun repair, and the store sells firearms.
At a glance
Range type: Indoor, Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun, Training / Classes
Distances: Public range: handguns and handgun-caliber rifles. Tactical/rifle range: shotguns and rifles up to .50 BMG. Lane counts and distances not published.
Access: Open to the public
Good to know: Memberships available · Beginner friendly · Family friendly · Law enforcement / military training
Credentials
Established: 1995
Services, training & programs
Public indoor range for handguns and handgun-caliber rifles
Tactical/rifle indoor range (members, law enforcement, and Wednesday Rifle Night) for shotguns and rifles up to .50 BMG
Wednesday Rifle Night open to non-members on the tactical side
Rental firearms: unlimited rentals for $20 (range ammunition required)
Handgun and long gun rental fleet including red dot equipped models, shotguns, and rifles
Membership: $299 for 13 months, additional family members $99 each
Basic Handgun Class for first-time shooters
Women's Basic Handgun Class taught by a woman instructor
Woman's Firearm Flight (try 6 firearms with instructor)
Holster Draw Class (open and concealed holster)
Red Dot Class (one-day pistol red dot course)
Orange County CCW Initial course (OCSD-compliant)
Orange County CCW Renewal course
On-site LiveScan for CCW applicants (approx. $120)
Tourist shooting experience with range officer (by email reservation)
Firearm sales
Gunsmithing ($80/hr, rush $160)
Armorer services ($60/hr, rush $90/hr)
Law enforcement duty-gun repair ($40/hr including rush)
Warranty repair assistance with manufacturers
Law enforcement range use and agency bookings
Targets ($.50 each on tourist experience)
Amenities
Gun Rental
Ammo Sales
Retail / Gun Store
Gunsmith
Targets
Eye Protection
Hearing Protection
Pricing at Evan's Gun World
Range fees & day rates
Public range - first shooter and lane: $20
Public range - each additional shooter: $18
Wednesday Rifle Night - first shooter (tactical/rifle side): $25
Wednesday Rifle Night - each additional shooter: $20
Unlimited firearm rental: $20 — Must use range ammunition.
Ammunition: Varies — Prices vary by caliber; pricing in store. Tourist page notes most ammo is $20 to $40 per fifty rounds.
Targets (tourist experience): $.50
Memberships
Membership: $299 — Additional family members $99 each. Additional non-member shooters on the same lane are charged. Range officer may allow non-members to go ahead based on wait times.
13 months of membership
Unlimited primary lane use
Use of tactical/rifle side when not in use by agency or class
All rifles allowed
Holster draw for members who pass the holster class
Front of line privilege when there is a wait
Unlimited rental firearm use (range ammunition required)
Discount on most items sold including ammunition, firearms and accessories
Periodic members-only deep discount sales when supplies allow
Discount on gunsmithing and armorer services
Training & classes
Basic Handgun Class: See class calendar — For first-time shooters: safe handling, universal safety rules, basic marksmanship, range etiquette. Firearm and ammunition provided.
Women's Basic Handgun Class: See class calendar — Taught by Erica Duane for women. Includes instruction, handgun rental, ammunition and target.
Woman's Firearm Flight: See class calendar — One hour of classroom time then try 6 firearms with an instructor.
Holster Draw Class: See class calendar — Open and concealed holster draw; prior shooting experience and Kydex holster and belt required.
Red Dot Class: See class calendar — One-day pistol red dot course; requires red dot pistol, holster, three spare magazines, pouches, gun belt, eye and ear protection, and minimum 300 rounds.
Orange County CCW Initial: See class calendar — Four sessions via Zoom plus one-hour in-person qualification; meets OCSD requirement. LiveScan on site approx. $120.
Orange County CCW Renewal: See class calendar — Two Zoom sessions plus one-hour in-person qualification.
Packages & experiences
Tourist shooting experience - first shooter: $149 — Scheduled by email to Melissa@evansgunworld.com; includes a range officer and a variety of handguns and rifles. Ammunition extra.
Tourist shooting experience - each additional shooter: $19
Weekly tactical range availability is posted on the main page and varies by day. Gunsmith hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat 10am-5pm. Armorer hours: Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 10am-2pm. Gunsmith cannot repair assault weapons.
Prices are published by the range and can change — confirm before you visit.
Plan your visit
What to bring: Eye and ear protection (available for purchase at the range); legally owned firearm/ammunition if not renting. Prohibited persons may not enter.
Ammo policy: No steel core, green tip, bimetal (magnetic), tracer, bird shot or black powder ammunition. Rental firearms require range ammunition. Firearms, ammunition and magazines must be legally owned by the user.
Age policy: Children under 18 may shoot when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian (per tourist page). Website users must be 18+.
Rental requirements: $20 unlimited rental; must use range ammunition. Experienced shooters on tourist experience may rent but should inquire first.
Dress code: Not published.
First-timer tips: Check in and fill out the waiver before entering the range. Follow range staff instructions. Eye and ear protection must be put on before entering the first range door. Loading and unloading only in the booth on the firing line. Basic Handgun class is available for first-time shooters.
Hours
Monday: 10am - 10pm
Tuesday: 10am - 10pm
Wednesday: 10am - 10pm
Thursday: 10am - 10pm
Friday: 10am - 10pm
Saturday: 10am - 10pm
Sunday: 10am - 8pm
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the hours?
Monday through Saturday 10am - 10pm and Sunday 10am - 8pm. Tactical range availability varies by day and is posted on the main page.
Where is Evan's Gun World?
1637 N Brian St, Orange, CA 92867. Phone (714) 283-5248.
How much does it cost to shoot?
$20 for the first shooter and lane and $18 for each additional shooter. Wednesday Rifle Night is $25 for the first shooter and $20 for each additional on the tactical/rifle side.
Do I need a membership?
No. The public range is open to everyone. Membership ($299 for 13 months, $99 per additional family member) adds unlimited lane use, tactical-side access, unlimited rentals and discounts.
Can I rent a gun?
Yes. $20 for unlimited rentals, and you must use range ammunition. A list of handguns and long guns is on the website.
What can I shoot on each range?
The public range allows handguns and handgun-caliber rifles. The tactical range allows shotguns and rifles up to .50 BMG, for members, law enforcement, and everyone on Wednesday rifle night.
What ammunition is not allowed?
Steel core, green tip, bimetal (magnetic), tracer, bird shot and black powder ammunition.
Is eye and ear protection required?
Yes, at all times in the range, put on before entering the first range door. It is available for purchase at the range. Earbuds and headphones may not be allowed.
Can minors shoot?
Children under 18 may shoot when accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
What classes are offered?
Basic Handgun, Women's Basic Handgun, Woman's Firearm Flight, Holster Draw, Red Dot, and Orange County CCW Initial and Renewal.
I'm a tourist. Can I try shooting?
Yes. Email Melissa@evansgunworld.com to schedule. The cost is $149 for the first shooter and $19 for each additional, with a range officer and a variety of handguns and rifles. Ammunition is extra.
Can I draw from a holster on the range?
Generally no. Members who completed the Evan's Gun World holster class and are approved by range staff, and identified law enforcement approved by staff, may.
Do you offer gunsmithing?
Yes. Gunsmith rate is $80/hour (rush $160) and armorer rate is $60/hour (rush $90/hour). Law enforcement duty guns are $40/hour including rush.
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