Attention Firearm Instructors and Trainers. Purple Mountain Armory will be hosting a USCCA Instructor Certification Course on October 24th and 25th in York County PA.

Call today to reserve your spot and receive your pre-course training materials. $1200 includes two days of instructor training, and running live-fire drills.

Classes & Consulting

As an educator for the first 30 years of my career, I have been on both sides of the firearms debate. During that time I struggled to find a good balance between being a safe and responsible firearm owner, and the communities affected by the non-responsible. As I dug deeper and deeper into trying to educate myself, I ran up against the ‘know-it-alls’, the ‘gate-keepers’, and the people that were just downright unfriendly to ‘new’ people in their community.

So Purple Mountain Armory was born with the goal of welcoming new people into the world of firearms in a safe, friendly, and educational atmosphere. Making sure that people have the opportunity to ask questions BEFORE accidents happen is why we have dedicated so much time and so many resources to our beginner program. But whether you’re a beginner, or you just want an opportunity to come and try a large selection of firearms out on the range, we think you’ll love it here on the Mountain.

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InTro to Firearm Safety & Range Experience

$75/ Participant

This beginner class is perfect for those that have never been around firearms in the past. Maybe you have felt intimidated by them, or just have not had the opportunity to explore firearms in a safe environment. Maybe you are looking to purchase your first firearm and are looking for the opportunity to learn about the different types, styles, and benefits of different firearms. This safety brief and range experience will help ease the fears of those entering the world of firearms. The classroom portion is taught in one of our classrooms, or at your site with a minimum number of three (3) participants. The class is focused on firearm safety and how to make multiple types of firearms safe if the need arises. Participants will have the opportunity to explore different types of firearms in a friendly classroom environment without live ammo. Then once you and the Range Officer feel comfortable to proceed, you will have the option of completing the live-fire training which will be held at one of the available ranges or onsite after class held at our locations. This time will include the use of our firearms and ammo to practice the skills & knowledge learned in the class as well as to understand what to look for in a firearm purchase of your own. Classes held 3rd Saturday of the month.

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Range time With Instruction

$20/hr/participant with 2 person and 1.5hr minimum

Once you have completed our Intro to Firearm Safety & Range Experience course or are approved by one of our Range & Safety officers, we will offer you range time with instruction for $20/hr/participant with at least two people and a 1.5 hour minimum. You must demonstrate all safety protocols learned through the Intro class and practice the safe use of any firearm. During this time you will have use of the range while a Range and/or Safety officer is present and available for basic firearm related questions, firearm related help including misfires and jams, and basic instruction to help improve the participants enjoyment of the sport. Firearms are available to rent and include range ammo.

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Firearm Rentals Start at $35 and include ammo.

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$119/Participant - 4 Hours

This course is required to purchase a handgun in Maryland. This course is 4 hours and qualifies you for a certificate which will allow you to purchase a handgun from the MD handgun registry once submitted and approved by the state. We far exceed the basic requirements with our course at PMA and participants should expect to fire at least fifty rounds during the live fire portion of the class. Certificate Course.

October 5th 11am-3pm Call, Text, or Email to reserve your spot

MD Handgun Qualification License Course

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MD Wear & Carry Course including HQL

$349/Participant - 18 Hours

This course covers the basic MD HQL requirements as well as the required 16 hours for the certification to apply for a Wear & Carry Permit. During this 18 hour course participants should expect to fire at least 200 rounds during the live fire portion of the class. This course again goes above and beyond the 16hr MD requirement to make sure you feel confident in your ability to not just own a firearm, but carry it safely and with confidence. Certificate Course.

Call, Text, or Email to join the next class or create your own class with a minimum of six (6) participants.

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training & services

$/hr or /class depending on service

At Purple Mountain Armory we have access to some of the best firearms experts, gunsmiths, and tactical trainers on the East Coast. Call and let us know what you’re looking for and we will work with our team of consultants to provide you the training platform, curriculum, or personal level of service that you’re looking for.

Strong Hand-Weak Hand Course - Handgun

Rifle Training - Two Hundred-Eight Hundred Yds

Parent/Child or Family Training Available

Private Lessons Start at $49/hr OR $60/hr w/firearm & ammo

Handgun Variety Add-on-$25/person/class This option allows you to fire additional firearms if you’re interested in different features. We choose the guns specifically to show how different firearms can feel and handle. You can expect to fire an additional 25 rounds during your scheduled class with the additional firearms.

Long gun variety add-on-$45/person/class This option allows you to try different styles of long guns during any Rifle class. Includes bolt action, semi auto, AR, PCC, and a large caliber long gun.

Transfers: In house - $10, Private Party - $20

Scope or Dot Mount and Zero at 15, 25, 50, 100, or 200yds - $79

Gun Cleaning - Starts at $25

Sight Adjustment - Starting at $29.99

In Home Consultations Start at $99. Includes a security assessment, defensive positioning, and a review of the deadly force doctrine.

Valuations and Estate Purchases - Flat fee or per gun

Concierge Shopping $50-$100 over cost for firearms