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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.
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.
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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my 1st was a gunshow at the scottish rite temple
Checking reviews on popular social media CAN be helpful, as long as you realize that the subject matter is firearms, and (unfortunately) that brings out something weird in people. You should expect at least 10% foaming negative reviews for the best places.
I once heard the remark - ‘horse people are weird’ - which was both accurate and concise. Same goes for ‘gun people’ - even the best firearms shops are going to have ‘characters’ and different vibes, even from day to day. Best way to approach these places is the same as any other place - be open, friendly, and don’t take others personality flaws too seriously.
Most of the "proper" Fun Stores I've visited were also great BS Emporiums for retirees and the "Lunchtime Loafers". Our LGS usually has better prices than online. Plus, he has a corner that seems to attract leftovers from Reloaders Gone Bye. No tellin what you'll find in that lil pile.
Ya can't get that experience in a big box store. d:^)
And yup, gun threads get "interesting".
I’ll toss out a “food for thought” experiment. As hobbies or interests go I have several that seem to involve a disproportionately steep learning curve with lots of different gear/equipment and such. These hobbies/interests are: firearms, ham radio, and cooking. It seems it is possible to go well down the rabbit hole into any of these areas. I’m sure there are many others. This post about first sticking your proverbial toe into the firearms waters reminded me of my initial interest in the other hobbies. You start out “hey this is kinda neat” and then there is the almost overwhelming realization of how big the topic is and how many paths there are to run down within it.
1. Always purchase the largest caliber you can afford. It's a direct reflection of your manliness, especially if you happen to be a woman. (If you're a weirdo you shouldn't be owning guns and should stick to reading the Washington Post and Atlantic Magazine). If there's a .45 in the display case, ask for a .46 or a .47. The salesperson will appreciate it.
2. Do your research first. Hollywood films are the best source for up-to-date information on firearms performance, especially if they happen to feature Alec Baldwin. For more detailed information, the operators in the paintball section of Amazon are full of excellent advice.
3. Be sure to share any training you may already have, such as high scores on Call of Duty, Wolfenstein, or Doom. Escape from Tarkov is only valid if you're purchasing an AK-47 (note - ask for an AK-48 - see item 1 above).
4. The best source for firearms knowledge is the Internet, due to the excellent fact-checking that goes on before you can post to any of the gun forums. If a poster states that he is a six-tour Army Ranger qualified as a Navy Seal and Marine Recon, he's the one you want to listen to, especially if he also has extensive Airsoft experience.
5. Don't lie on your 4473 unless you're Hunter Biden.
Glad I could help.
I got all 3 of my handguns from the owner/dealer, as he let you try them at the range, Also taught the permit class. Ret. Cop. Didn’t take long to figure out what fit my small hands, if the kickback was ok. First was a Bersa, .380, Arthur made racking it hard, moved to a Taurus Ultra-Lite .38, hand surgery forced another change, S/W Hammerless Airweight .38, that sucker has a big butt. And they didn’t make a holster for it. Old Miltary Vet/Train Engineer made me a J frame leather pancake, US Made and Veteran-made. Too bad covid forced him to close and put the range up for sale, owned it 40 yrs.
It just doesn’t conceal well. But the trigger is lighter.
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The main thing I learned from my first visit to the gun store was how many laws there are, how many regulations apply and how many hoops a respectable person must jump through to even buy a gun.