Category: sports

Carrying concealed? Why you should consider having a carry permit . . .

There is more to owning and using a gun than just knowing how to pull a trigger.

May. 21, 2026
Wilton Simpson, Commissioner of Agriculture
No more concealed carry backlog
With permitless carry now in effect, Simpson argued that permits still matter as holders can skip the three‑day waiting period for handgun purchases and have reciprocity with dozens of other states. He added that in a crisis, a permit signals to law enforcement that training and a clean background are in place.

Not all concealed carry classes are alike.

Unless specifically stated otherwise, “concealed carry classes” do NOT teach how to handle and use a handgun.

They do NOT teach:

  • the handling of a handgun
  • the firing of a handgun
  • the loading, unloading and reloading of a handgun
  • how manage handgun malfunfunctions

To learn the techniques listed above, you have to take a handgun/pistol training class.

Maybe you or someone you know already took a concealed carry class. Did it look like this . . .

or like this?

If the “concealed carry” class you took did not include a trip the the range and the firing of a real handgun, using live ammunition, firing a minimum of 50 rounds, you attended a certificate mill class, that in all likelyhood, was more of an insurance sales seminar, not a handgun training class.

There is more to owning and using a gun than just knowing how to pull a trigger.

All classes now conducted on an indoor climate-controlled, air-conditioned gun range. No heat. No sweating. No bugs.

Others conduct classes to qualify people to apply for a concealed carry license. We conduct classes to not only to qualify people to apply for a concealed carrry license, we train people to carry a firearm in public.

We don’t want to train everyone who wants a concealed carry license.  We only want to train those who are serious about learning how to defend their life and the lives of their loved ones.

If your concealed carry class did not look like the photos above, you may want to contact us for real, concealed carry, handgun training. Training that prepares you to defend your life and the lives of your loved ones.

Not all concealed carry classes are alike.


In-Gauge Celebrated NATIONAL SPORTS SHOOTING MONTH with Pistol Competition

In-Gauge of Polk County, in Winter Haven, FL, celebrated National Sports Shooting Month with an invitational pistol competition.

In-Gauge of Polk County celebrated National Sports Shooting Month by conducting an invitational pistol competition.

Celebrating National Sports Shooting Month, In- Gauge of Polk County, located in Winter Haven, Florida, conducted an invitation pistol competition, at the Wild West Gun Store & Range, Tuesday, August 26th.

Members of In-Gauge and the Shoot Straight-Lakeland pistol team met at the Wild West Gun Store & Range, located in Dundee, Florida for their inaugural pistol competition Tuesday morning, August 26th.

Each team participated with 8 shooters each, competing for over $500 in prizes, awarded to the 3 top shooters in 4 categories: Male and Female – Open/Iron Sights and Optics. In addition to bragging rights, the top shooters went home with ammunition shooting accessories, making their time well spent.

Following the match both teams met for lunch at Floridino’s Italian Restaurant, Lake Hamilton, for lunch and fellowship.

This was the first in a series of planned competitions. If you or your group would like to participate in an upcoming event, contact In-Gauge of Polk County by sending an email to: in-gauge@ingaugeofpolkcounty.com or by calling 863-206-1996

School Gun Free Zone Law Upheld By Federal Appellate Court

If you think Florida’s permitless carry law allows you to freely carry and transport your firearm without a license, think again!

If you think Florida’s permitless carry law allows you to freely carry and transport your firearm without a license, think again!

Possessing a firearm within 1,000 feet of a school zone, while possessing a valid concealed carry license, you are legal. Without one and possessing a firearm, you are breaking both state and federal law.

Monday, June 16, 2025, the Federal 5th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the long established federal school gun free zone law (18 U.S.C. § 922(q)(2)(A). RULING

The ruling leaves in effect one of the most expansive “sensitive places” restrictions for firearm possession in all of federal law. It deals a blow to Second Amendment advocates who have long felt that the law’s 1000-foot buffer zone around school property is overreaching a excessive.

A person possessing a firearm, within 1,000 feet of a school zone, public or private school, regardless if the school is in session or not, is committing both a state and federal felony.

Possession includes the transportation of a firearm in a private vehicle, traveling through a school zone. Again, regardless if it is a public or private school, it the school is in session or not.

Exception to the law: A person possessing a valid concealed carry license may legally possess or transport a firearm in a private vehicle, within a school zone, notwithstanding, in accordance state and local laws.

The possession of a valid concealed carry weapons license or recognized permit, issued another state, exempts the person from the law.

Learn more about this law and Florida’s other laws regarding the “permitless” carrying of a firearm in Florida. Florida’s “permitless” carry law is not as simple as many believe. In-Gauge of Polk County conducts State of Florida recognized concealed carry classes monthly in Winter Haven. CLICK HERE to see our class schedule and register.

There is definitely a difference between having Florida concealed carry weapons license and not.

FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL – NRA membership included with all basic handgun training classes

NRA membership included with all handgun training classes during the month of June.

FREE one-year, NRA membership will be included with all basic handgun training class registrations, during the month of June.

Good for both males and females. NO proof of fatherhood required.

All classes conducted in Winter Haven, conveniently located near Legoland.

See our class schedule at register for any class thru EVENTBRITE at: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/gun-safety-firearm-training-classes-ccw-permit-229249

One-year NRA membership included with all basic handgun classes during the month of June.

Gov. DeSantis Signs Florida’s New 2nd Amendment Protection Law Into Effect

Florida takes another step in protecting Floridians’ 2nd Amendment rights during local state of emergencies.

Florida Governor DeSantis signs 2nd Amendment protection law into effect.

The bill, which took immediate effect upon signing on May 28, 2025, removes provisions that previously prohibited the sale, display, and public possession of firearms and ammunition during emergencies such as riots or widespread public disturbances.

Floridians can now buy guns and ammo during local states of emergency under new law

Learn more about this law and Florida’s other laws regarding the “permitless” carrying of a firearm in Florida. Florida’s “permitless” carry law is not as simple as many believe. In-Gauge of Polk County conducts State of Florida recognized concealed carry classes monthly in Winter Haven. CLICK HERE to see our class schedule and register.

There is definitely a difference between having Florida concealed carry weapons license and not.

  • Are you familiar with Florida’s concealed carry law regarding school zones?
  • Are you aware of Florida’s concealed carry law regarding sporting events?
  • Are you award of Florida law regarding the transporting of a firearm in a private vehicle and an RV?
  • Are you aware of Florida law regarding carrying a concealed weapon in a private vehicle?

Not knowing the law regarding any of the above can result in a felony arrest and the permanent loss of your 2nd Amendment rights.

Also, when ‘Nationwide Concealed Carry Reciprocity’ takes effect, you need a license to have reciprocity. You are encourage to complete your Florida concealed carry license qualification training now and avoid the rush once the law goes into effect. When it does, you can expect a 2 -4 week waiting period to get into a class and a 1 – 3 month waiting period to receive your license from the State.

large inventory of all types of firearms, a wide assortment of ammunition, accepts transfers and sells used firearms on consignment. Concealed carry, firearms training and hunter safety certification qualification classes will be taught on site in a large, comfortable classroom.

New Gun Range Open For Business In East Polk County – Dundee, FL

The Wild Wild West Arms Gun Range is now open for business.

The Wild Wild West Arms Gun Store & Range, located directly on US Hwy. 27, Dundee / Lake Hamilton, Florida, announces the opening of its new, airconditioned, indoor gun range.

Open to the public 7 days a week.

29350 US Hwy. 27, Dundee, FL 33838 (863) 488-6508

Take a tour . . . .

Take A Tour

Wild Wild West Arms has a large inventory of all types of firearms, a wide assortment of ammunition, accepts transfers and sells used firearms on consignment. Concealed carry, firearms training and hunter safety certification qualification classes will be taught on site in a large, comfortable classroom.

29350 US Hwy. 27

Dundee, FL 33838

863-488-6508

Sports Shooting Concierge Service – Florida

Have In-Gauge – Florida plan and manage our next corporate sports shooting event.

Concierge service for corporate outdoor events.

Have In-Gauge – Florida plan and manage our next corporate sports shooting event.

  • Clay shooting
  • Trap & skeet
  • Sports shooting
  • Competitions
  • Fundraisers

We will plan and manage your entire event . . .

  • Venue
  • Catering
  • Transportation
  • Lodging
  • Firearms and ammunition
  • Onsite motorized carts
  • Promotion, marketing and signage

Charity shoots and fundraisers . . .

Transportation – To and from event . . .

Transportation – Around the event . . .

Contact us for further information and a quote.

Click HERE for ‘Contact Us‘ form.

or call: 863-206-1996

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Team In-Gauge takes Gold and Silver at the 2024 Polk Senior Games Pistol Competition

Thursday, March 7, 2024

The women’s competition . . .

The men’s competition . . .

Team In-Gauge takes Gold and Silver in the Men’s and Women’s competition.
Team In-Gauge takes Gold and Silver in the Men’s and Women’s competition.
Team In-Gauge takes Gold and Silver in the Men’s and Women’s competition.

SELF-DEFENSE / GUN SAFETY CLASSES – Winter Haven, FL

SELF-DEFENSE / GUN SAFETY CLASSES – Winter Haven, FL

You no longer need a license to carry a concealed firearm in Florida, but that does not relieve you of the responsibility of doing so safely and having the proper training. Allow In-Gauge of Polk County to provide you with that training.

Our training is more than a concealed carry class. Ours is real, self-defense, firearms training. Contact us to learn the safe and proper use of your firearm for sport shooting, home defense or concealed carry licensing.

For far less than what you will spend on ammunition and range time trying to teach yourself, we can train you correctly in one class, without the frustration.

To register for any class, go to EVENTBRITE at . . . https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/gun-safety-firearm-training-classes-ccw-permit-229249

In-Gauge of Polk County, Winter Haven, Florida: 863-206-1996.

In-Gauge of Polk County is a local, non-profit organization, chartered by the National Rifle Association, whose only business is firearms training. All proceeds go to promote firearms safety in central Florida.

Florida Firm’s Defensive Carry Course a Joke

Red Flags Before the Defensive Carry Course:
Before registering and paying for the class, I emailed Focused Fire Training to obtain the instructor’s name and qualifications. As of this writing, I still have not received an email response.

Beth Baumann – Armed American News: Nov 22, 2022

One of my goals for 2022 was to take as many training courses as possible. After receiving numerous Facebook ads for a women’s only “defensive carry course” conducted by Florida-based Focused Fire Training, curiosity got the best of me, and I decided to sign up for the course.

Review: Florida Firm’s Female-Only Defensive Carry Course a Joke

Review: Florida Firm’s Female-Only Defensive Carry Course a Joke

Beth Baumann – Armed American News