Yes ....
And I am so glad I did....
My two current favorite handguns where both examples of this phenominimonomomo (SIC)
Colt Combat Commander, lightly used for $375. I was about to spring for a USP C .45 or a Springfield when I expressed a small amount of dismay at the approx $600 price tags. The dealer shows me a hiden gem, behind the counter, perfect, CCC in great condition with Matte finish. I put a ambi safety on it and love it. 600 rds and counting, no issues.
FN HiPOWER Police model with SFS for $430. I was looking for a GP100 or some such at a local gunshow ... I saw the HIPO and really liked the handling, features etc. An older gentleman and I were examining the dealers three specimens at the same time. Having never owned nor knew nuthin about P35's I was attentively watching and listening to this apparently experienced gentleman. He was impressed with the pieces as well as the $$ asked. But, he and I both thought it better to think it over.
I went home, posted an inquiry here at THR and got back some great replies quickly (WildAlaska etc...).
I went back to the show the next morning and lo and behold, the same older gent I had been speaking with the day before is there buying one of the dealers HIPOs. He and I had a great laugh, as we gladly handed over our cash.
Not only a great deal I believe, mainly because this gun is the best 9mm I HAVE EVER SHOT and is quickly becoming my gun of choice, but I made a new friend that I have enjoyed spending time with.
Axe