Minnesota Firearm News

We are changing things up here at 2 If By Sea Tactical.  Just taking a brief break from the litany of historical firearms that we have at our shop.  We want to talk about what makes us more than just another gun range. 

It takes a village to build a community, and if you've been to 2 If By Sea Tactical, you've likely been greeted by Dano. Today, we sit down with him and learn more about the store's general manager who is a cornerstone for the community. The team from the ribbon cutting, 5/17/25 Building Southern Minnesota Community at Work Working officially since July 2025, he's been a part of the community for longer, and it's the people that make his work great. He loves the excitement of

With the opening of our new Indoor Range & Store there have been many questions about the origin of our name and its meaning.  We are fortunate here in America to have been blessed with many freedoms we hold so dear and thank those that have put their lives on the line to defend them.  Our name is deeply rooted in that history.

Here at 2 If By Sea Tactical we have a motto, “A Gun Shop How The Founders Intended”.  This is more than just a saying to us, but what we strive to embody with every customer that comes through our doors.  On special nights like Halloween, we try to ramp it up even more.  We do this by bringing a special element of fun into our shooting experiences.

Whether it is because of the financial burden of defending oneself in court. Or press hit pieces that follow; or outright bans in states via the Governmental Gatekeepers in their prospective states, Glock has opened up everyone to lawsuits.  What may follow this decision could be dark for our industry and embolden those who want to see the 2nd Amendment erased entirely.  We must remain vigilant and pray that Glock’s decision had actual meaning and is only a blip on the radar.

At 2 If By Sea Tactical, there is a whole community that shares a passion for firearms, history, and the shooting ranges in Minnesota . We were recently able to sit down and chat with another staff member to discuss what he loves about the store, New Prague, and the great Minnesota outdoors. Meet Mitch -- The team from the ribbon cutting, 5/17/25 Work at the Shooting Range is a Family Affair Mitch is a newer staff member, but he's hardly new to firearms or New Prague. And he

Nestled among plumbing businesses, home improvement contractors, bakeries, insurance, realtors, and all the other stores in New Prague, MN, is a new cornerstone in the Historic Mill: 2 If By Sea Tactical, gun shop and community hub. It takes a village to build a community. Join us each month to meet all the men and women who make this community possible. The team from the ribbon cutting, 5/17/25 There's no better place to start than where it all began: join us for a candid co

Cold weather didn’t stop the crowds—over 600 people showed up to celebrate the grand opening of 2 If By Sea Tactical’s new facility in New Prague. From live radio, local food, and community vibes to the debut of Freedom Hall, our cutting-edge indoor shooting range, this was more than an event—it was the start of something big.

Get ready for an exciting event that promises fun, prizes, and the latest in shooting sports and tactical gear! 2 If By Sea Tactical is officially unveiling its brand-new, state-of-the-art indoor shooting range and store on Saturday, May 17th, from 9 AM to 1 PM. The grand opening event is expected to be an exciting celebration, and you are invited to be a part of it.

2 If By Sea Tactical emerged victorious in the Scott County Fast Track Challenge!