About Michael Murphy & Sons
Michael Murphy & Sons has established itself as a premier destination for sporting clays enthusiasts and firearm collectors in Kansas. With a 4.8-star rating across 110 reviews, the business consistently demonstrates excellence across both its clay shooting operations and firearms retail component. The facility’s reputation is built on attention to detail, customer service, and an authentic understanding of what serious shooters value.
The sporting clay courses represent the facility’s most distinctive offering. Rather than adopting standardized course layouts found at many ranges, Michael Murphy & Sons has invested in creative design that emphasizes realistic hunting scenarios. Reviewers frequently praise the unique station configurations with varied thrower positions, describing experiences that closely mirror actual hunting conditions for upland game and waterfowl. The courses sit on beautifully maintained property that enhances the overall shooting experience. Equipment maintenance receives consistent praise - clay launchers and shooting equipment function reliably, reducing the frustration of mechanical failures that plague poorly-maintained ranges.
Beyond the clay operations, the facility caters to those seeking skeet and trap shooting with well-kept areas and functional equipment. For those without personal firearms, rental options are available, and the shop maintains substantial inventory of shells in common gauges (12 and 20 gauge), eliminating the need to bring your own ammunition.
The firearms retail operation has garnered equally impressive feedback. The inventory includes premium and collectible firearms, from modern Winchester shotguns to historically significant pieces like the S&W Model 29. What distinguishes Michael Murphy & Sons from typical gun dealers is the level of care taken in transactions. Customers consistently report that descriptions are accurate, prices are competitive, shipping is prompt, and Marc Murphy personally manages transactions with professionalism and transparency. For those purchasing used or collectible firearms, this level of accountability is particularly valuable. The business has become a repeat vendor for serious collectors who appreciate both accuracy and fair pricing.
Customer service excellence appears ingrained throughout the organization. Reviewers describe Marc Murphy as responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in customer satisfaction. Whether helping a first-time buyer understand shotgun specifications or assisting a collector acquiring a historically significant piece, staff demonstrate expertise without condescension. This approachability has created a loyal customer base that spans both local shooters frequenting the clay courses and collectors ordering firearms nationwide.
A practical consideration: the facility operates on a limited weekly schedule (closed Monday and Thursday), and occasionally hosts organized events that can affect general public shooting. The business acknowledges this gracefully, remaining accommodating when customers provide advance notice - a courtesy that reflects their customer-first philosophy.