The Crookston Area Chamber Ambassadors were out on the town again this week to honor and congratulate a business. They stopped at In-Sight Firearms, the new gun shop in town owned and operated by Steve Erickson and Darin Selzler, both of Crookston.
The new business’s location is shared with Erickson Embroidery and 2nd Street Boutique at 124 West Second Street in Crookston. Guns and gear were displayed on the main level but soon transitioned into the newly remodeled basement, which made more sense as not all people love guns. The women sipped and shopped the boutique while the majority of the men shopped guns downstairs.
The duo, Steve and Darin, answered several questions from the Chamber Ambassador Team and offered various other interesting facts about their newly found business. They sell a lot of guns and provide mounting optics and accessories. Although gun-smithing isn’t something they do a lot of, they dip into that service a bit. Gun enthusiasts prefer to touch and handle the guns before they pull the trigger and make the purchase. Most people know what they want when they walk into the store, and Steve and Darin do a lot of ordering in guns, ammunition and other accessories. They also do transfers of firearms, trades, and evaluations.
Often, folks receive firearms as an inheritance and contact Steve and Darin for directions. They can give the customers options if they do not wish to keep the firearm. They might know someone looking for that type of gun, specifically. “It’s interesting to actually see what is out there, and some have waited several months for a certain gun. There are so many different types of avenues when purchasing, selling, or trading a firearm”, state the two. Some folks sell to each other, and Steve and Darin can assist with the lawful completion of that process. They state the business can never be big enough, and the most significant part of the job is the research they put in for their loyal customers. Store hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00-5:00, or by appointment.
If you would like to join our Ambassador Team, please call or text Carrie Bergquist at 218-289-1823. Activities and responsibilities include gathering to recognize, honor, and congratulate innovative businesses in Crookston. Ambassadors also actively participate in networking events, ribbon-cutting ceremonies, and other community gatherings. They offer support, encouragement, and resources to local entrepreneurs.
Pictured here to congratulate and celebrate the owners of In-Sight Firearms are Mara Wiirre (Economic Development Authority), Randy Schoenborn (RiverView Health), Bobbie Torkelson (H&R Block), Steve Erickson, Darin Selzler, Erin LaPlante (State Farm Insurance), Sherry Coauette (LeBlanc Realty).
