The Personal Defense & Handgun Safety Center
The Personal Defense & Handgun Safety Center is a business in Raleigh, North Carolina. According to its website as of 2010, it seeks to “promote responsible firearm ownership by partnering with the Members and Patrons in such a way that allows [them] to provide the best quality products and services at reasonable prices.” The business name is abbreviated as PDHSC.
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The Proprietors
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The PDHSC has operated since November 1998 under the direction of Mike and Carol Tilley. They approach their business with the belief that “patrons deserve to be treated with respect and want to do business with someone who they can trust.” For that reason, the Tilleys state that they and their staff do not simply sell products, but rather earn the trust and relationships of their customers. They provide information and assistance for purchasing decisions.
Specializations
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The PDHSC states that its “staff is among the most knowledgeable in the business.” The business specializes in Class III firearms and equipment, North Carolina Concealed Carry Handgun training and supplies, International Defensive Pistol Association (IDPA) competition and personal defense training and equipment, and training and equipment for the International Practical Shooting Confederation (IPSC) and United States Practical Shooting Association (USPSA). A list of relevant training classes, fees, and descriptions can be found on the PDHSC’s website.
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Memberships
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A safety orientation is required for all gun range participants at the PDHSC, and this safety orientation is consequently free. Those who do not have a membership with the Center must purchase a visitor’s pass for range use, listed as $15 per visit as of 2010. An Associate Membership is $39 per year, and range use is discounted to $10 per visit for each Associate Member. A Gold Member individual pays $225 a year and gains unlimited range time (within business hours). A family, however, can pay $310 for a year and gain unlimited range time for the entire household. One-on-one coaching sessions cost $75, though each additional person in a coaching session only pays $50.
Rentals
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The PDHSC, in addition to providing gun ranges, training and safety courses, also rents firearms. A handgun rental is $5, while submachine guns can be rented for $45 with a 25-round magazine. Each additional magazine is $20, while other ammunition is sold at its market value. Eye and ear protection is rented for $1.50, and targets are sold for up to $2. Additionally, the PDHSC facilities are for rent for groups larger than 12, though other fees may apply.
Christian Beliefs
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Two links on the PDHSC’s website pertain to the proprietor’s Christian beliefs, including a link to several articles on issues of self-defense, gun control and at least one interpretation on guns from a certain Biblical perspective. The articles are not accompanied by commentary from anyone claiming affiliation with the PDHSC. Thus, while it can be implied that the PDHSC supports such views, it is left to the reader to consider the material for their own interests.
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