Year: 2016

Have you ever wondered what the difference between a machine gun and an assault rifle is? Many people use the terms interchangeably, but this isn’t necessarily correct—from a technical standpoint. Assault rifles and machine guns are inherently different in terms of design and the type of ammunition used but are equally fun at our Vegas gun range.

Experience the Machine Guns

The term “machine gun” is sometimes used to describe any type of automatic weapon. A true machine gun, however, is a bullet hose that specializes in expelling large quantities of rounds downrange in an exceptionally short amount of time.

The main dividing factor that separates machines guns from automatic rifles lies in the ammunition and purpose for the firearms. While a machine gun and assault rifle can share the same type of ammunition, a machine gun is often belt-fed as opposed to magazine-fed. Additionally, a machine gun is most often used to control and shoot into a designated area, not a specific target.

Experience the Assault Rifles

Assault rifles are often mistaken for machine guns due to their ability to fire off rounds down our Las Vegas gun range quickly. Unlike machine guns, however, many assault rifles sport a selective-fire feature that allows for bursts of a few rounds at a time.

From a design standpoint, assault rifles do not utilize a belt-fed ammunition and opt for traditional rifle magazines instead. Also, assault rifles act as a contrast of sorts to a machine gun, placing more value on accuracy and the ability to isolate a single target as opposed to the machine gun’s ability to spray through a designated area.

Fortunately for you, there isn’t a decision between one or the other that needs to be made here at the Vegas Machine Gun Experience. We’ve got a great selection of assault rifles and machine guns waiting for you to try out. Whether it’s for your Las Vegas gun range bachelor or just a fun day out at a Clark County gun range, we know you’ll love your time at our indoor shooting range.

Choose from our legendary selection of packages and book your visit to our Vegas gun range today.

So you and your buddies have decided that a trip to Vegas is the perfect way to celebrate. Whatever the reason, you’ll want to make a visit to our Vegas gun range a priority on your list of “Things to do in Vegas” itinerary. The thing is, you’re a little competitive, and if you all head down to a gun range, you’re going to want to be the best. Luckily enough, if you follow this simple technique, you’ll show up all your friends when you arrive at our Vegas gun range.  

Breathing Techniques for Pistol Shooting

For many first time shooters, and even some experienced shooters, shooting a firearm comes down to eyeing your target in your sight picture and squeezing the trigger. While this is true in a general sense, there is much more to the process when it comes to shooting a handgun accurately. The quickest way to improve your handgun accuracy is with proper breathing technique.

You may be wondering what your breathing has to do with the accuracy of your shot, but they are much more connected than you might be aware of.

• Never shoot while holding your breath.
• Don’t shoot during an inhale or exhale.
• DO shoot on a half breath.

It’s important to remember that your body needs oxygen to shoot accurately. This is why you never want to hold your breath to shoot. Maintain a steady pace with your breathing and try and shoot during a natural pause. Most people will pause for a couple of seconds between an inhale and exhale. These moments are the opportune time to squeeze down on your trigger. We recommend breathing in, letting some air out, and then shooting with some air still comfortably in your lungs.

Whether you’ve come to our Las Vegas gun range to celebrate a bachelor party or just for a weekend getaway, you’ll love the Vegas Machine Gun Experience. Book a gun range package today, and don’t forget your breathing when you get here.

Las Vegas is a tourist destination for millions of people from a variety of walks of life. One of the fastest growing tourist attractions in Las Vegas is a trip to an indoor shooting range like the Vegas Machine Gun Experience. With so many people with varying levels of experience with firearms attending our indoor shooting ranges, it’s important that beginners familiarize themselves with the proper etiquette.

Beginner’s Tips for Indoor Shooting Ranges

Situation Awareness

This is by far the most important aspect of your trip to any indoor shooting range. Being aware of where you are and what you are doing is just as important for your safety as well as those around you. Remember to always practice basic firearms safety:

• Always consider a firearm loaded and act accordingly
• Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot
• Only point the firearm in the direction of a target and keep it holstered everywhere else
• Always know your target and what’s behind it

Bring an Experienced Friend

This is great advice for a few reasons. If you have a friend who has experience with indoor shooting ranges, you can be sure to get some helpful tips first-hand before you even arrive. Aside from the helpful tips you’ll get, your trip to an indoor shooting range will be a lot more fun with some company.

Relax

Your first trip to an indoor shooting range can be an exciting one, but it’s important that you remember to relax. This is key for your enjoyment of the experience as well as your safety. You’ll find a friendly staff at the Vegas Machine Gun Experience who are eager to help you with any questions you may have so don’t be afraid to ask for help.

If you’re ready to take your first trip to the best indoor shooting range in Las Vegas, then get in touch with our team at the Vegas Machine Gun Experience. We have the best selection of great firearms at any Las Vegas gun range and we know we can show you a good time. Schedule one of our shooting packages for your next trip to Las Vegas.

Year after year, millions of visitors from around the world descend upon a single city in the vast Southern Nevada desert in search of fortune, entertainment, and exhilarating experiences. Whether you’re looking to party in the hottest nightclubs in the world, eat at the finest restaurants, or strike it rich in the Gambling Capital of the World, you’re sure to find it here. One of the most popular attractions to hit Sin City in the last few decades is the indoor Vegas gun range. Here are a few things to look for when you start seeking out the best Vegas gun range experience in town.

What to Look for In Your Vegas Gun Range Experience

Location

When you book your Las Vegas vacation, the last thing you want to do is worry about driving all over town to get where you’re going. You’ll want to be sure that the Vegas gun range you’re looking at is somewhere close to the Las Vegas Strip and your hotel. What’s better than a convenient location? A Vegas gun range that will send a complimentary shuttle to pick you up and drop you off wherever you need to be.

Selection

Aside from a convenient location, the next most important factor to look at in your Vegas gun range experience is a wide selection of firearms to choose from. At the Vegas Machine Gun Experience, you’ll find carefully crafted packages of firearms for a fun, more immersive Vegas gun range experience.

If this sounds like your idea of a good time, be sure to check out the Vegas Machine Gun Experience on your next trip to Sin City. We have the best selection of great firearms at any Las Vegas gun range and we know we can show you a good time. For more information about our shooting packages, complimentary shuttle service, or anything else that you may be concerned about, feel free to give us a call at (702) 285-9700.