Los Cazadores, the Texas-born outdoor powerhouse that’s been steadily expanding its footprint across the Lone Star State, just notched a major win by opening its fourth location in Granbury—snapping up the beloved Gateway Archery & Indoor Range in the process. This isn’t just another storefront; it’s a seamless fusion of worlds, blending Los Cazadores’ robust lineup of firearms, apparel, fishing gear, and outdoor essentials with Gateway’s archery prowess and indoor range. Crucially, they’re keeping on Gateway’s owner and team, ensuring that local expertise and community vibes stay intact. For Granbury folks—nestled in Hood County, about an hour southwest of Fort Worth—this means one-stop shopping for bowhunters, rifle enthusiasts, and weekend warriors without the trek to bigger cities.
Dig deeper, and this move screams smart strategy in a post-pandemic outdoor boom that’s supercharged demand for hands-on shooting sports. Texas’s 2A scene is already red-hot, with over 1.6 million active concealed carry licenses and a legislative machine that’s passed pro-gun reforms like permitless carry in 2021. Los Cazadores isn’t reinventing the wheel; they’re capitalizing on it by embedding a dedicated indoor range right in the mix, making it easier for newbies and vets alike to train, test-fire, and build skills without red tape. Retaining Gateway’s crew? That’s gold for trust-building—local knowledge trumps corporate polish every time, fostering loyalty in a market where big-box chains like Bass Pro often feel impersonal. It’s a blueprint for indie retailers: acquire, preserve authenticity, and scale.
The ripple effects for the 2A community are huge. In rural-ish spots like Granbury, where urban gun stores are scarce, this bolsters accessibility—key for training, compliance classes, and just plain enjoyment that keeps the culture alive. Expect spillover: more foot traffic means more FFL transfers, ammo sales, and youth programs that hook the next generation. As anti-2A winds blow from blue-state coasts, expansions like this fortify Texas as a bastion, proving free-market innovation thrives when Second Amendment rights do. If you’re nearby, hit it up—your wallet (and trigger finger) will thank you.
