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GUNSTOCK Firearms & Training offers QUALITY firearm training for Responsible Firearm Owners who wish to obtain the proper Knowledge, Attitude, & Skill to Safely & Efficiently handle firearms.Ethan Logo

qual·i·ty  

noun

 
  • the standard of something as measured against other things of a similar kind; the degree of excellence of something.

     

    “GUNSTOCK Firearms & Training courses exhume quality!”

 

 

 

Our crew of friendly, well-qualified instructors have a passion for teaching responsible firearms owners the safe and effective use of firearms in a fun, and professional atmosphere.  GUNSTOCK Firearms & Training believe wholeheartedly in continuing education, and always striving to be better at what we do.  All of our instructors are active in the competitive firearms community.  Each of our instructors are Certified NRA Firearms Instructors, NRA Range Safety Officers, Ohio Department of Natural Resources – Hunter Education Instructors, American Heart Association – First Aid, CPR, AED Certified, in addition to other credentials listed below.  All of our instructors take great pride in not only offering the Mid-Ohio Valley with premium firearms training, but additionally volunteering our time and resources by putting on several free community courses a year such as ODNR – Hunter Education, Eddie Eagle Gunsafe Program, GSSF – Range Safety Officer Course, Youth Programs, Women’s Clinics, Hands only CPR, and Boy Scouts of America training.  As previously mentioned, we believe wholeheartedly in continuing education, and always striving to be better at what we do.  As a result, our crew continuously seek further training and earn additional credentials to become a unified, well rounded, team of instructors for our students.  

 

Lead Instructor

Daryl S. Jones

DarylOwner / Operator GUNSTOCK Firearms & Training

NRA Training Counselor

NRA Certified Instructor
GLOCK Certified Advanced Armorer
GLOCK Certified Firearms Instructor
NRA Chief Range Safety Officer
International Defensive Pistol Association – Qualified EXPERT
National Rifle Association – Qualified 3 x Distinguished Expert
Fort Harmar Rifle Club – GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation (GSSF) Match Director
Ohio Department of Natural Resources – Hunter Education Instructor
American Heart Association – BLS  First Aid, CPR, AED Instructor

 

Administration


Elisabeth L.R. Jones

ElisabethManager of Sales & Advertising

NRA Certified Instructor

NRA Range Safety Officer

Fort Harmar Rifle Club – GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation (GSSF) – Range Officer

Ohio Department of Natural Resources – Hunter Education Instructor

Heart Saver – First Aid, CPR, AED Certified

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Team Members

Kenneth E. Finkel

Ken NRA Certified Instructor

NRA Chief Range Safety Officer

GLOCK Certified Armorer

National Rifle Association – Qualified 3 x Distinguished Expert
Fort Harmar Rifle Club – GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation (GSSF) Range Officer

Fort Harmar Rifle Club – Range Officer & Volunteer
Ohio Department of Natural Resources – Hunter Education Instructor

Heart Saver – First Aid, CPR, AED Certified

 

 

 


James R. Allender

JimNRA Certified Instructor

NRA Chief Range Safety Officer

National Rifle Association – Qualified 3 x Distinguished Expert

GLOCK Certified Armorer

GLOCK Certified Firearms Instructor

Fort Harmar Rifle Club – GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation (GSSF) Range Officer

Fort Harmar Rifle Club – Police Practical Combat Match Director
Ohio Department of Natural Resources – Hunter Education Instructor

Heart Saver – First Aid, CPR, AED Certified

 

 

Sean Parks

SeanNRA Certified Instructor

NRA Range Safety Officer

Fort Harmar Rifle Club – Range Officer & Volunteer

Former International Defensive Pistol Association – Match Director

Certified International Defensive Pistol Association Safety Officer

Fort Harmar Rifle Club – GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation (GSSF) Range Officer

Trained at:

TDI – Tactical Defense Institute

EZ USA (formally Blackwater)

Trained Under:

Ken Hackathorn, Larry Vickers, and Rob Haught

Ohio Department of Natural Resources – Hunter Education Instructor

Kevin Parks Memorial Youth Day Event Director

Boy Scouts of America Firearms Instructor

Red Cross – First Aid, CPR, AED Certified

 

 

Michael A. Kampmeier

MikeNRA Certified Instructor

NRA Range Safety Officer

Fort Harmar Rifle Club – GLOCK Style Match Director

International Defensive Pistol Association – Range Officer

Fort Harmar Rifle Club – GLOCK Sport Shooting Foundation (GSSF) Range Officer

Ohio Department of Natural Resources – Hunter Education Instructor

NRA Life Member

Avid Reloader

Heart Saver – First Aid, CPR, AED Certified

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Testimonials

 

“Daryl went above and beyond the call of duty to make the CCW class practical, enjoyable, & comfortable. His professionalism & preparedness was impressive and I highly recommend taking his course.”

 

“Very knowledgeable training team, they present the course well!”

 

“Great class and very knowledgeable instructor. Had a great time and left very informed!”

 

“I had a blast and will definitely recommend it!”

 

“Good friendly, knowledgeable staff.”

 

“Enjoyable, relaxed, and fast paced!”

 

“First time gun handler- felt very comfortable with all the help and patience. Very good instructors, did a great job!”

 

“Everyone was so helpful & went above and beyond to help us.”

 

“Very professional!”

 

“I thought this course was great! The instructors were very encouraging, helpful, knowledgeable, and patient. So glad I came here!”

 

“Everyone is so helpful and friendly. Willing to answer all your questions and make sure you fully understand.”

 

“Everyone made me feel welcome and comfortable.”

 

“Great course! Instructors were very knowledgeable!”

 

“Very impressed with quality of the class and range instructions. Daryl, Sean, Mike, and Ken were all very helpful and attentive; they were very observant and quick to correct if we did something wrong.”

 

“Wonderful staff & course! Far exceeded my expectations!”

 

“Great Class, funny group of guys. Had a good time while learning many things.”

 

“Thank you so much for making it fun and entertaining.”

 

“I thoroughly enjoyed this course. The instructors are very knowledgeable and are very patient in teaching complete beginners.”

 

“No matter your feelings regarding firearms, you should take this course. Nice, fun, positive people genuinely concerned with safety.”