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LAST UPDATED:&nbsp;October 25, 2023 FRANCHISE WEBSITE:<a href="https://midwestshootingcenter.com/franchising?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;https://midwestshootingcenter.com/franchising</a> NUMBER OF LOCATIONS:&nbsp;7 REPORTED COST TO GET IN: $1.8 million to $3.5 million REPORTED ROI (Item 19): N/A<a href="https://midwestshootingcenter.com/franchising?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Midwest Shooting Center</a> is a franchise brand of state-of-the-art, modern indoor, range-retail facilities. Midwest Shooting Center sells firearms, ammunition and other products, and provides firearm safety and training courses at its in-house gun range. The brand boasts that it is the “first and only proven full-service range and retail franchise” currently on the market.Midwest Shooting Center was first established in 2016 as an e-commerce retailer and opened its first physical location in Lima, Ohio in 2019. It was founded by former U.S. Marine Corps officers<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-sabo-mba-pmp/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;David Sabo</a> and Jeff Swinford, who were former franchisees of a separate brand. After seeing success with Midwest Shooting Center, the duo decided to begin offering franchise opportunities themselves in 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure class="media"><div data-oembed-url="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5lQnwPfwZrE"><div class="iframely-embed"><div class="iframely-responsive"><iframe src="//cdn.iframe.ly/api/iframe?app=1&amp;api_key=fd3b6b3731f34f55ba1fe3&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3D5lQnwPfwZrE" frameborder="0" allow="autoplay; encrypted-media" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div></div></div></figure><h3>How Many Midwest Shooting Center Locations Are There?</h3>As of October 2023, there are seven corporate Midwest Shooting Center locations across the Midwest, in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Pennsylvania.<h3>What Is Midwest Shooting Center’s Business Model?</h3>The core of Midwest Shooting Center’s business model is selling firearms, ammunition and other related products to consumers. The brand also offers comprehensive firearm safety and training courses at its state-of-the-art fire range. These courses create recurring revenue streams for franchisees and educate consumers of all levels from the fundamentals to more advanced marksmen looking to hone their skills. As a result of its business model, the typical Midwest Shooting Center has over 85% of its costs covered within the first 12 months in operation.Each of Midwest Shooting Center’s indoor shooting ranges are equipped with cutting-edge technology and staffed by highly trained professionals to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Additionally, the brand boasts that it is an “open, welcoming and family-friendly” and is designed to be a “modern, relaxed, non-intimidating atmosphere that appeals to both newcomers and experienced shooters alike.” For prospective franchise owners, the brand is offering two building load outs, ranging from 10,000 square feet to 30,000 square feet. The cost to open a Midwest Shooting Center franchise will differ depending on which model you choose. The ideal franchise owner is someone with a track record of success in a business environment and a passion for the industry. However, franchisees do not require previous firearm experience. Midwest Shooting Center provides all the necessary training and support to get new owners up and running. The brand provides support in the following:<ul><li>Real estate acquisition</li><li>Zoning</li><li>Construction management</li><li>Compliance</li><li>Purchasing</li><li>Accounting</li><li>Staff training</li><li>Branding and marketing</li><li>Sales management</li><li>Day-to-day operations</li><li>Post-opening</li><li>Field-level support</li></ul><h3>How Much Can Midwest Shooting Center Franchise Owners Make?</h3>Midwest Shooting Center does not have a publicly available Item 19. However, according to the brand’s website, Midwest Shooting Center regularly achieves margins in excess of 56%. To learn more,<a href="https://midwestshootingcenter.com/contact-us?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;contact the team</a> about reading the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), which will state the total earnings of any company or franchise-owned unit as a reference.<h3>How Much Does It Cost To Open a Midwest Shooting Center?</h3>As of the publishing of this story, the initial investment cost to franchise ranges from $1.8 million to $3.5 million. This investment can vary, depending on which building model franchisees choose, but it covers the initial franchise fees, inventory and overall development.<h3>What Is the Franchise Fee for Midwest Shooting Center?</h3>Midwest Shooting Center does not make its franchise fee publicly available. However, according to<a href="https://fddexchange.com/view-fdd-docs/midwest-shooting-center-2022-fdd-franchise-information-costs-and-fees/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081#:~:text=The%20total%20investment%20necessary%20to%20begin%20operation%20of,must%20be%20paid%20to%20the%20Franchisor%20or%20affiliate." target="_blank" rel="nofollow">&nbsp;third-party sources</a>, the initial fee to open a Midwest Shooting Center is $30K. Additionally, the brand offers a 20% discount on its franchise fee to all qualified U.S. military veterans.<h3>Who’s On Midwest Shooting Center’s Leadership Team?</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-sabo-mba-pmp/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">David Sabo — Co-Founder</a></li><li>Jeff Swinford — Co-Founder</li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/zacbriley/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Zac Briley — Franchise Director</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/erickline12/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Eric Kline — COO</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amanda-carey-3aa259b8/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Amanda Carey — Franchise Support Manager</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicablough/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Jessica Blough — Vice President of Sales</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kalelyn-crabtree-50b9601b9/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Kalelyn Crabtree — Vice President of Purchasing and Compliance</a></li></ul><h3>What Helpful Articles Can I Read to Learn More About Midwest Shooting Center?</h3><ul><li><a href="https://www.franchisewire.com/midwest-shooting-center-franchise-redefines-firearms-culture/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Midwest Shooting Center Franchise Redefines Firearms Culture</a></li><li><a href="https://www.limaohio.com/news/2023/08/16/midwest-shooting-center-ranked-on-list-for-fastest-growing-companies/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Midwest Shooting Center ranked on list for fastest growing companies</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hometownstations.com/news/midwest-shooting-center-ranks-1005-on-the-inc-5000-list-of-americas-fastest-growing-companies/article_98262302-3b7d-11ee-9893-17c81d6d4bcd.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Midwest Shooting Center Ranks 1005 on the Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Companies</a></li><li><a href="https://www.thenewsherald.com/2023/07/13/top-gun-in-taylor-being-acquired-by-midwest-shooting-center-after-20-year-run/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=franchise-deep-dive-midwest-shooting-center-franchise-costs-fees-profit-and-data-2724081" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Top Gun in Taylor being acquired by Midwest Shooting Center after 20-year run</a></li></ul>Disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only. 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