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The M1A? They're going to have a battle tank there?

I just want to try driving a H1 and H2. I'm curious as to how much more "wimpy" the much more practical H2 is. I have a good friend whose dream car is the H1.

I can take it or leave it, personally - I like straight-out, high-speed, good handling luxury cars like my 420SEL - but I've been curious about Hummers for a long time, so this is my chance :-).

I still want to see Ted Hayes shoot. Pity he told us he would chicken out; perhaps we can get him to change his mind?

About how much should I budget for this event for a decent chance at firing?

At least video tape is cheap - do you think it would be a problem to get video of the event?

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Yep, the M1A tank will be there for test drives and firing of the 120 mm cannon--that is why absalom01 said it would be really dangerous to your bank account--those things cost $3million and once you try one, you gotta have it! [NOT! Warning! Absurdity Alert!]

Seriously, the Springfield M1A is a great design and it would be banned under the expanded "Assault Weapon" ban that Senators Feinstein and Schumer are trying to pass--so get yours before they become illegal to buy. And work against those bills so it will never come to that!!!

As for the amount of money: I usually bring $30 in one dollar bills for ammo, because I will spend the whole day there and use many different models. The entry fee is mentioned in RonDog's initial post (see free admission for women on FRI. and accompanied kids under 14 all days). The ammo fees are generally in the following range: $1 pays for 5 rounds of .22 rimfire or 2-3 rounds of common centerfire calibers like 9mm or .30-06 or 12 gauge, with higher prices for large or rare calibers (~$3 per round of .50 BMG or .460 Weatherby).

This Sports Fair is your best opportunity to try the large, unusual, or rare calibers that none of your friends own and you can't rent at your local range. For example: Rifles in .50 BMG, .460, .458, .416, .338 Magnums. Pistols in .454 Casull, .480 Ruger, .44 Magnum, .475 Linebaugh. Shotguns in 12 gauge 3.5 inch Magnum.

If you were trying to decide to buy either Brand A or Brnad B or Brand C in a particular caliber, this is the perfect chance to use all of them on the same day so you can compare their ergonomics, methods of operation, and subjective aiming and recoil-handling qualities.

I'll be there on Saturday. If anyone wants advice or info, let me know.

HERE is some advice about this event from Randy Herrst, posted with his permission:

The annual Raahauge's Shooting Sports Fair is your opportunity to shoot many models of current firearms at 20+ manufacturers' booths.
You can live fire rifles, shotguns, pistols, air guns, archery, some antiques (WWI, WWII, cowboy guns and flintlocks), and some rare or unusual firearms (such as a real Gatling Gun).

The manufacturers have technical representatives to answer your questions regarding their latest developments or to match your needs to the right model for you. If you want to shoot the latest innovations or you want to compare several different products before you buy, this has a wider selection than any ordinary range.

This is the best shooter participation show on the West Coast, so don't miss this once-a-year event!

Safety officers accompany every shooter to ensure safe gun handling and proper operation of the firearms. If you have little or no experience, tell the representatives and safety assistants so that they can help you pick an appropriate firearm for your skill level and show you how to use it properly.

In addition, there are professional exhibitions, trained hunting dog shows, and a place to test drive a Hummer.

There is a lunch stand and water on premises, or bring your own.

Tips: plan on spending several hours minimum (there are lots of firearms to try--I usually spend the whole day), bring sunglasses with impact resistant lenses, bring your own hearing protection if you have it, bring sunblock, bring a bunch of $1 bills for convenient payment of ammo fees (I usually bring $20-30 in one dollar bills for that purpose)

Do not bring any of your own firearms or ammo.

June 6 Friday Noon to 6 pm
June 7 Saturday 10 am to 6 pm
June 8 Sunday 10 am to 5 pm
Norco, CA

$12 for adults, $2 discount coupons available from Turner's Outdoorsman.
If you join NRA at the gate, you get in free.
Free parking.

Use of firearms is free, you pay for ammo you consume (cost varies by caliber--2 or 3 rounds per dollar for common calibers)

Women and children free on Friday
Children under 14 free any day
909 735-7981
http://www.raahauges.com/ for more info and map
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