Condition 1 #184 11" Small Waterproof Case
The organizer inside your range bag. IP67 sealed, pluckable foam, padlock holes. Ammo, spare magazines, and small tools stay in one place.
$69.99, Red or Ranger Green.
Shop the #184 →What should be in a range bag?
Protection, the gun and ammo, things to shoot at, and things to fix a problem. Pack it once and restock it after every trip.
| Category | Pack it |
|---|---|
| Protection | Eye protection, ear protection (plugs and muffs together for indoor ranges), a hat with a brim |
| Firearm and ammo | Firearm cased and unloaded, ammunition, spare magazines, a mag loader |
| Targets | Paper targets, stapler or tape, target pasters, a marker |
| Tools | Multitool, small cleaning kit, lens cloth, the right hex keys or screwdriver for your optic |
| Medical | A small first aid kit with a tourniquet you know how to use |
| Comfort | Water, snacks, sunscreen, gloves or hand warmers in season, and coffee for early days |
What do you need for your first time at a gun range?
A photo ID, eye and ear protection, and a willingness to listen to the range officer. Many ranges rent firearms and sell ammo and protection on site, so call ahead and ask.
Arrive early for the safety brief. Tell the staff it is your first time. Good ranges want new shooters and will help.
What are the basic range rules?
Every range posts its own rules, and the range officer has the final word. Almost all of them start from the same four fundamentals.
| Rule |
|---|
| Treat every firearm as if it is loaded. |
| Never point the muzzle at anything you are not willing to destroy. |
| Keep your finger off the trigger until your sights are on target and you are ready to fire. |
| Know your target and what is beyond it. |
On top of those: case and uncase only at the firing line or where the range tells you, and stop immediately on a cease fire call.
How do you keep a range bag organized?
Give small things a hard home. Soft range bags turn into a pile of loose rounds, dead batteries, and target pasters stuck to everything.
A small waterproof case inside the bag holds ammo, magazines, and tools in foam you pluck to fit. Optics and electronics go in a padded case of their own.
Condition 1 #179 16" Waterproof Case
What we sell. A 16 inch IP67 case with padded dividers and a lid organizer. 918 cubic inches, 5 pounds empty.
Why it helps you. Optics, a spotting scope, rangefinder, electronic ear pro, and batteries, padded and dry in the truck.
How to buy. $189.99, lifetime warranty from Condition 1.
Shop the #179 →Why bring coffee to the range?
Because the good range days start at sunup and the cold ones last all morning. A tumbler of real coffee on the bench beats a gas station cup every time.
G.O.O.D. Kit | AeroPress Go Travel Coffee Kit
What we sell. An AeroPress Go, an ARC logo etched 20 oz insulated tumbler, and two 12 oz bags of Spectre Dark Espresso Roast.
Why it helps you. Brew at home before you leave or at the truck with hot water, and the coffee stays hot through the morning.
How to buy. $99.99, ground or whole bean, black or OD Green. Just the coffee? Subscriptions take 30% off the first order automatically, no code.
Shop the G.O.O.D. Kit →Put ARC in your range shop
What we sell. Wholesale coffee for ranges, gun shops, and cafes. Retail bags and K-Cups for the shelf, and coffee for the lounge.
Why it helps you. Your shooters already drink coffee. Selling a brand built for their crowd gives them a reason to buy it from you instead of the grocery store.
How to buy. Start on our wholesale page and we will set you up.
Wholesale coffee →Questions people actually ask
What do I need in a range bag?
Eye and ear protection, your cased firearm, ammunition and spare magazines, targets with tape or a stapler, a multitool, a small cleaning kit, a first aid kit with a tourniquet, water, and weather gear.
What should I bring to the shooting range for the first time?
A photo ID and eye and ear protection. Many ranges rent guns and sell ammo on site, so call ahead. Arrive early for the safety brief and tell the staff it is your first visit.
Do I need double ear protection at an indoor range?
Many shooters wear foam plugs under muffs indoors, where the noise is louder and bounces off walls. It is a good habit, especially around rifles and compensated pistols.
How do I organize ammo in a range bag?
Keep boxed ammo and spare magazines in a small hard case with pluckable foam inside the bag. It stops loose rounds from spilling and keeps ammo dry.
What are the four rules of gun safety?
Treat every firearm as loaded. Never point the muzzle at anything you are not willing to destroy. Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire. Know your target and what is beyond it.
