Beachmaster
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Well, I went to a gun show for the first time in a few years. I had the day off, an there was a "Big show" (thats how it was advertised) at the Cashman Center in Las Vegas.
First it was $3.00 to park. Now I know thats not a lot, but everywhere else in Vegas (except the airport) its free parking! So the $3 took me for surprise.
Then it was $12.00 to get in the door! I was expecting like 5 or 7, not 12.
OK, so I pony up the dough and go in. I was expecting a really "BIG" show, but it was only 1/2 the hall. While it probably had at least 50 or so vendors, I was expecting more than that at a "BIG" show.
I walked the aisles looking for deals, and good stuff. No such luck.
There were only 2 gun dealer there that had realistic prices on guns, and they were both about the same as my local gun stores. They would not deal or bargain, as the guns were already "Priced low for the show!". The rest of the dealers there were just plain crooks! Sure. I'll pay $475 for a Mosin that looks like it actually survived the battle of Stalingrad! Oh, and while you are at it, give me one of those USED Glock 17s for $500 as well. Throw in a box of RELOADED 9mm for $12 and you got a deal! Wait, I have got to get me a used Mossberg 500 for $375 as well.
Another thing was there were more knives (mostly cheap crap) and swords there, than guns or gun accessories! They should really call it a cheap knife and crappy sword show.
Two other things bothered me at the show. The first was that more than a few dealers had the word "assault" in their advertising. One banner said "Your assault gun headquarters". I don't think the ANTIs need any more help.
The other thing that bothered me was how "weird" (for lack of a better word) many of the patrons who attended the show were. I was embarrassed to be seen inside the place with most of them. While there were a few normal looking and acting folks, and 2 or 3 families, most of the patrons reminded me of Psychos, Mall Ninjas, Tactical wannabees , or just plain creepy guys.
On the positive side, they did have a good fast system to buy a gun at the show. If you were a state resident, they ran gun deals through a local pawn shop that had a large booth set up just for purchases and background checks (none needed if you had an in state CCW).
Another plus was I got to see a GYROJET pistol for the first time. Also, I finally got my hands on an FN FS2000 bullpup rifle. (drool!) I really like it! Good balance, very ergonomic, and big cool factor. And this from a M14 guy!
I did buy an extra 13 round magazine for my High Power for $10.00 while I was there. I figure I either spent $25 on the mag (with entry and parking) or $10 on the mag and $15 to play with the FS2000! Either way I came out behind!
I think I'll stick to my local gun stores.
First it was $3.00 to park. Now I know thats not a lot, but everywhere else in Vegas (except the airport) its free parking! So the $3 took me for surprise.
Then it was $12.00 to get in the door! I was expecting like 5 or 7, not 12.
OK, so I pony up the dough and go in. I was expecting a really "BIG" show, but it was only 1/2 the hall. While it probably had at least 50 or so vendors, I was expecting more than that at a "BIG" show.
I walked the aisles looking for deals, and good stuff. No such luck.
There were only 2 gun dealer there that had realistic prices on guns, and they were both about the same as my local gun stores. They would not deal or bargain, as the guns were already "Priced low for the show!". The rest of the dealers there were just plain crooks! Sure. I'll pay $475 for a Mosin that looks like it actually survived the battle of Stalingrad! Oh, and while you are at it, give me one of those USED Glock 17s for $500 as well. Throw in a box of RELOADED 9mm for $12 and you got a deal! Wait, I have got to get me a used Mossberg 500 for $375 as well. Another thing was there were more knives (mostly cheap crap) and swords there, than guns or gun accessories! They should really call it a cheap knife and crappy sword show.
Two other things bothered me at the show. The first was that more than a few dealers had the word "assault" in their advertising. One banner said "Your assault gun headquarters". I don't think the ANTIs need any more help.
The other thing that bothered me was how "weird" (for lack of a better word) many of the patrons who attended the show were. I was embarrassed to be seen inside the place with most of them. While there were a few normal looking and acting folks, and 2 or 3 families, most of the patrons reminded me of Psychos, Mall Ninjas, Tactical wannabees , or just plain creepy guys.
On the positive side, they did have a good fast system to buy a gun at the show. If you were a state resident, they ran gun deals through a local pawn shop that had a large booth set up just for purchases and background checks (none needed if you had an in state CCW).
Another plus was I got to see a GYROJET pistol for the first time. Also, I finally got my hands on an FN FS2000 bullpup rifle. (drool!) I really like it! Good balance, very ergonomic, and big cool factor. And this from a M14 guy!
I did buy an extra 13 round magazine for my High Power for $10.00 while I was there. I figure I either spent $25 on the mag (with entry and parking) or $10 on the mag and $15 to play with the FS2000! Either way I came out behind!
I think I'll stick to my local gun stores.
