Posted on 06/15/2022 6:20:19 AM PDT by Blood of Tyrants
Welcome to the world of guns. It’s a world that can be complicated, intimidating, and on occasion, frustrating. It’s also a world of self-reliance, confidence, and, well, fun. Guns are fun, but you have quite a few steps before you get to the fun part. Buying a gun isn’t just a one-click purchase as it should be and requires visiting a gun store or Federal Firearms Licensee holder.
That in and of itself can be intimidating. Guns and gun stores are somewhat niche, and if you’re not lucky enough to be born into them, then you might have zero experience dealing with guns and gun stores. Today we are going to dive into the world of firearms and discuss what you can do to be ready for your first trip to the gun store.
The Gun Store 101 – What To Know
Before you head to the gun store, there is a fair bit of preparation you can do before you darken the door of local firearms dealer. One of the first things you should know about guns is that safety is always paramount. Even at the highest levels of shooting and training, safety always takes priority. In the world of firearms, we have a variety of safety rules, but I won’t hit you with all of them.
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Finally, don’t tie up a gun store and employees for an hour and then purchase online [or go to a big box store] to save ten bucks. That’s fairly rude, and the phrase transfer fee will be something you’ll learn about the hard way.
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My LGS has Glock Blue Label program, huge discounts on new guns.
I have tons of .40 cal around and only a full sized G22, might go looking for a G23/27 today, I called them, $425 for Gen 5.
Gun store customers are some of the nicest people on earth.
Most area armed.
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There are only 4 Rules.
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I don't like that at any store. I often hear people boast that they wasted a Best Buy employee's time while shopping for a TV they bought cheaper from Amazon. The reason it costs more at Best Buy is that they have to pay that guy to wait on you.
I have the converse experience more often ... I’d like to keep the LGS humming but after doing tons of research, I’ll ask about X and have the counter dweeb attempt to push his personal preference or some 3rd-tier maker’s bad clone with a high margin — probably because I don’t walk in wearing an anti-hero shadow stubble or swamp-dweller beard and at least four tacticool garments.
Or in free market states they just fine a nice free market firearm.
Selling things salesmanship is a skill many do not have.
I went to two small engine lawn more dealers looking for a belt for my Zero turn.
Neither of them seem to want my money.
I received no bad attitude ordering it on line.
A good first step is to engage a friend or acquaintance who has been through the process before.
That last chaps me because I have spent many hours with “customers” who will come in and get my advice and then go to a big box store to save $30-$40.
You didn’t agree to match that price and make it up selling them accessories and further sales.
Yep, recently went to a local golf store to try on shoes. I could have found my size and ordered online and received them in a week or so. Instead, I wanted to actually buy them ($200+) there and I waited 2 months, but got them a few weeks ago. So here it wasn't price, but convenience/delivery, I bit the bullet because local businesses need support.
Three words for the newbies: Re Vol Ver.
First, the price at Best Buy is often less than Amazon and Best Buy will price match Amazon, or at least they use to, and since Amazon started collecting state taxes it is no long as great a deal. Plus you don’t have to wait days to get your item and don’t have to worry about inept USPS employees or porch pirates. Plus you keep some of the money in your community and employee locals.
Two words: Non Sense.
First gun I ever shot was a Browning Buckmark. With a full mag.
First gun I ever owned is a Browning HiPower.
Took me a long time to eventually buy a Re Vol Ver.
It’s not my store.
Yes dear.
But we do offer incentives such as a 30 satisfaction guarantee and lifetime warranty for all new firearms.
We strongly recommend a revolver for people who are not going to practice much.
Check your attitude, Karen.
Noobs at My Favorite Shop.
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It’s funny sometimes to see the comedy but I can Leave as soon as I want. The Staff have to deal with it!
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Revolvers——Yes!
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Keep Your Booger Hook Off the Bang Switch!
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