Hey guys.

 

Now that I have a Henry .22, I finally have a gun that I can shoot indoors. I've been to the Bullet Hole a few times, but have never actually shot there. I've looked all over, but I can't find their prices anywhere. How much do they charge for a stall per hour? And can you bring your own ammo, or do you have to buy theirs? This place is by no means my first choice, but it's the closest place to me. Is RTSP worth the few extra minutes in the car? How do their prices compare? I'm sure RTSP is cleaner and has a friendlier staff. Anyone have any insight as to which place gets more crowded?

 

Lots of questions, I know. Sorry. But I appreciate any info you guys have.

Bullet Hole is $15/hr, $20/hr for rifles. The good thing is you can share a stall with a buddy and it would not cost extra. You can bring your own ammo and targets there.

 

I forget how much RTSP is though. RTSP is a nicer as there is plenty of room just to hang around. I would say both is equally busy on a Saturday although at Bullethole, you are basically waiting in a line for a stall in the range itself. It is a bit annoying. Once in a stall, it feels like you do not have much space to put your stuff down as there are boxes and boxes of stuff everywhere. There generally is more space at RTSP.

BH is 15/Hr. for pistol caliber (low power) and 20/hr for high power rifle. A.22 is considered low power. BH isn't bad if you can get there when it isn't crowded.

I believe RTSP is $20 per hour for HG's and .22's. Might be a bit more for rifles, around $25.

 

As the poster above noted, RTSP has a lounge for a waiting area, which is a lot more comfortable than standing in the back of the range at the BH.

Thanks guys. Sounds like RTSP is the play. It's only another 10 minutes or so in the car.

 

I noticed on weekends they have a members only time slot. I'm assuming that means that you can shoot without joining during the week and after 10 AM on the weekends...

I noticed on weekends they have a members only time slot. I'm assuming that means that you can shoot without joining during the week and after 10 AM on the weekends...

 

That is correct. You can't go wrong with RTSP for a public range. Fantastic facility and great people.

another thing incase you reload, BH doesnt like you picking up your brass, i guess once it hits the ground it belongs to them...

Since you live in West Orange and why don't you drive 30-40 minutes westbound on route 78 and join EFGA. Best part is they have a 22 range w/ spoon plinkers and steel knockdowns. You literally can spend the entire day there w/ just the cost of 22 ammo. You can also take the 22 to the rifle range and shoot up to 100 yards.

 

http://www.efga.net/

Since you live in West Orange and why don't you drive 30-40 minutes westbound on route 78 and join EFGA. Best part is they have a 22 range w/ spoon plinkers and steel knockdowns. You literally can spend the entire day there w/ just the cost of 22 ammo. You can also take the 22 to the rifle range and shoot up to 100 yards.

 

http://www.efga.net/

 

Thought I remembered reading something about how they're not accepting new members right now. I could be wrong though..?

Thought I remembered reading something about how they're not accepting new members right now. I could be wrong though..?

 

Nope, EFGA is still accepting new members, I believe there's another range, forgot the name, that is not accepting members now though. It's more like an hour+ drive from West Orange, but worth it. Since I joined EFGA a few years ago I don't think I've been back to the Bullethole once to shoot.

Since you live in West Orange and why don't you drive 30-40 minutes westbound on route 78 and join EFGA.

 

Because it's an hour and ten minute drive, if you don't hit traffic.

Don't let google maps fool you. The drive isn't that bad. I can get to and from EFGA in less than an hour from Jersey City with traffic.

another thing incase you reload, BH doesnt like you picking up your brass, i guess once it hits the ground it belongs to them...

I pick up my brass all the time at BH, they even leave out the brooms for you to use.

 

 

Nope, EFGA is still accepting new members, I believe there's another range, forgot the name, that is not accepting members now though. It's more like an hour+ drive from West Orange, but worth it. Since I joined EFGA a few years ago I don't think I've been back to the Bullethole once to shoot.

 

You know, I think I was thinking of Somerset County Fish and Game when I said no new members right now.

 

The drive to Easton is actually closer than to Range 14, which is the only place I've ever shot my high power stuff. Maybe I should look into EFGA.

I've shot at the Bullet Hole and RTSP a bunch if times and I agree with the comments above. The BH is great if you go during off hours. I typically o during the week after 6pm or in the weekends when they open or very late in the day. RTSP is also great because they have so much room and everything is new. Problem with indoor ranges in the summer is the heat! It's going to be really hard to keep an area well ventilated and cool at the same time so most of the time fans is all you get. I got tired of coming out of the range a sweaty mess so I joined EFGA. Drive is about an hour away but I can spend as much time as I want there as long as there is no one waiting and at least I'm outdoors so the heat is not that bad.

I pick up my brass all the time at BH, they even leave out the brooms for you to use.

 

I also pickup my brass, and no one has ever said a thing.

Problem with indoor ranges in the summer is the heat! It's going to be really hard to keep an area well ventilated and cool at the same time so most of the time fans is all you get.

I totally agree with you, RTSP is a fanstatik range as it is my home range, but oh boy last time I was there it was about 90 deg outside and it was HOTTER inside the range with a fan and a portable A/C unit. I came out looking like I just ran a marathon haha

I also have no problems with brass pickup at BH, FWIW

When I'm at RTSP and they see me scrounging brass the range officer sweeps more over and says take anything you want. I love that place even though the membership is a bit pricey.

I have a question. On Bullet Hole's website it says in their rules no Wolf, Tiger, and Sellier & Bellot ammo. I understand the first two, not wanting people shooting lacquered steel, but why Sellier & Bellot?

 

MC

I have a question. On Bullet Hole's website it says in their rules no Wolf, Tiger, and Sellier & Bellot ammo. I understand the first two, not wanting people shooting lacquered steel, but why Sellier & Bellot?

 

MC

 

I read somewhere that some of the SB ammo is just layered in brass and has another metal underneath i am guess ing that is the reason for the ban

 

 

I read somewhere that some of the SB ammo is just layered in brass and has another metal underneath i am guess ing that is the reason for the ban

 

I was told when I was there trying to use S&B that it is because of inconsistent loads and one blew up in someone's hand.

I was told when I was there trying to use S&B that it is because of inconsistent loads and one blew up in someone's hand.

 

That seems shady. Does that happen?

 

MC

 

 

That seems shady. Does that happen?

 

MC

 

I'm sure it can if its a super hot load in a gun not rated for it. Have seen pictures. But its not very common.

Those manufacturers are most likely banned because they have steel jacketed bullets. From what I have heard they are hard on the backstop. The could just say non magnetinc ammo only like most ranges with restrictions do.

Ken

I've asked a few times about S&B ammo, and I got the same answers. They don't want steel jacketed ammo, and someone was shooting S&B and it blew up in their face so the boss doesn't allow it.

Also, keep in mind, RTSP charges for multiple user in a port. Bullet Hole does not.

 

I always poice my brass at BH. You can retreive your, just not anyone else's.

 

I find RTSP overpriced and mildly obnoxious.

 

C

I emailed asking about it and they responded:

 

At one point in time sellor was steel core. We have no idea of knowing when your ammo was produced.

Sorry

 

So I guess I'll be shooting my 500 rounds of it elsewhere...

 

MC

Too bad they cant just pick up a magnet. That would answer the steel question really fast.

Ken

Also, keep in mind, RTSP charges for multiple user in a port. Bullet Hole does not.

 

I always poice my brass at BH. You can retreive your, just not anyone else's.

 

I find RTSP overpriced and mildly obnoxious.

 

C

 

I can understand the price issue, but who/what do you find obnoxious? I find most folks there very nice and compared to the bullet hole just about anyone would be nice.