priv8ter
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Yesterday, I attempted to go purchase an NAA Mini .22 with the folding grip/pocket holster at Sportsman's Warehouse. Due to to some issues, all of them mine, with my drivers license, I was unable to purchase the gun at that time. It's all documented here:
http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=89538
This morning, I got to the Department of Licensing to update my address. I walk out a few minutes later with my new tempory paper drivers license, and head to Sportsman's Warehouse, for take two.
Lo and behold, the same young man was working as had been the night before. First things first, I applogize to him. While I didn't blow up or anything the night before, I did storm off like a spoiled kid who's mom has said NO ICE CREAM.
Then I ask if I can use my paper Drivers License to buy a gun. After checking with the folks 'upstairs' he says yes. Cool. But...I can use a paper temporary Drivers License that it looks like came off a bubble jet printer, but I can use an actual drivers license with an old address. :banghead:
He asks if I'm still interested in the NAA Mini, and I fondle it a bit. Then, big mistake here...I ask to see the Blackhawk in .45LC I had handled the day before. Pretty gun. Nice Balance. A caliber I have been wanting to add to my collection. And $319 seems like such a nice price.
'I'll Take it!'
So, it takes about half an hour to do all the paperwork, but I am now the proud owner of a Ruger Blackhawk, blued with rosewood grips, 5.5 inch barrel, in .45LC.
I can't wait to go shoot it. Even the wife likes it. She admits it's heavy, but it just balances SOOOOOO nice. The only thing I am not totally pleased with in the front blade sight...it's just HUGE.
The way I see it though, not having my drivers license up to date cosy me about $150...which is quite a fine for not updating my address.
Also, I don't know much about Beretta's, but while I was there, a gentleman was buying a stainless steel Model 92, with Crimson Trace Laser grips for $680. I know the laser grips themselves sell for like $300 plus, so that seems like a really good deal.
I just don't think I can us a Model 92 in CAS.
greg
http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?s=&threadid=89538
This morning, I got to the Department of Licensing to update my address. I walk out a few minutes later with my new tempory paper drivers license, and head to Sportsman's Warehouse, for take two.
Lo and behold, the same young man was working as had been the night before. First things first, I applogize to him. While I didn't blow up or anything the night before, I did storm off like a spoiled kid who's mom has said NO ICE CREAM.
Then I ask if I can use my paper Drivers License to buy a gun. After checking with the folks 'upstairs' he says yes. Cool. But...I can use a paper temporary Drivers License that it looks like came off a bubble jet printer, but I can use an actual drivers license with an old address. :banghead:
He asks if I'm still interested in the NAA Mini, and I fondle it a bit. Then, big mistake here...I ask to see the Blackhawk in .45LC I had handled the day before. Pretty gun. Nice Balance. A caliber I have been wanting to add to my collection. And $319 seems like such a nice price.
'I'll Take it!'
So, it takes about half an hour to do all the paperwork, but I am now the proud owner of a Ruger Blackhawk, blued with rosewood grips, 5.5 inch barrel, in .45LC.
I can't wait to go shoot it. Even the wife likes it. She admits it's heavy, but it just balances SOOOOOO nice. The only thing I am not totally pleased with in the front blade sight...it's just HUGE.
The way I see it though, not having my drivers license up to date cosy me about $150...which is quite a fine for not updating my address.
Also, I don't know much about Beretta's, but while I was there, a gentleman was buying a stainless steel Model 92, with Crimson Trace Laser grips for $680. I know the laser grips themselves sell for like $300 plus, so that seems like a really good deal.
I just don't think I can us a Model 92 in CAS.
greg