Mark Claessens

Who am I and what do I bring to the table?

I have been in business for myself since the ripe old age of 10. Seriously.....only had 3 real "jobs" in my life. I have started and sold several businesses throughout the years and currently own three. My main occupation is buying and selling real estate with Edina Realty. I've been doing that for 17 years now and that is how I earn a living. Please know that this firearms business is NOT a little hobby. I take this very seriously and it I am passionate about teaching others about firearms and how to be proficient and safe with their firearms.

Now, i started hunting and shooting as a young boy and started reloading ammunition when I was about 12. Over these many years this has developed into an incredibly exciting passion. I have been carrying a concealed weapon (legally) for about 34 years, starting WAY before the average person in this state could obtain a permit to carry. I have taken many courses and lots of training in the use of lethal force.

I graduated from the Lethal Force Training Center in New Hampshire, taught by the legendary Massad Ayoob. This was a master training course and very intense. I am also a certified instructor for the USCCA organization and very proud of this accomplishment, as well. I am also a volunteer at my private gun club where I train women in basic handgun and shooting fundamentals.

I have been asked hundreds of times over the years to teach students in the use of lethal force, concealed carry laws, and both basic and advanced handgun, among others. I decided that I have a LOT to offer students from my background and training and have chosen to start this company and help everyone to become better shooters, more confident in carrying a concealed handgun, and to be a much wiser and more competent citizen. I am excited to share my knowledge and my resources with everyone and help them get to that next level they want to achieve. I will guarantee every single student that I will always share the truth and the facts with them, and always give them 100%.