Vendor had a table full of 1911s at C&E Gun Show
This one vendor had like 46 Glocks all gens across two tables. Prices from $499 to way more. Handled a few but didn't pull the trigger.
Do you prefer buying at shows or online?
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C&E puts on good shows. I prefer buying face-to-face when possible - can inspect the firearm, no shipping delays, and sometimes you can talk a vendor down a bit. Online's convenient but I've been burned a couple times with "excellent condition" guns that weren't. Did they have much selection beyond the Glocks?
Sounds about right for a decent show. I've been doing the circuit for 15 years and Glock tables like that move fast. Those $499 ones probably Gen 3 police trade-ins - good deals if you don't mind some holster wear. Shows vs online... I'm biased obviously, but there's something to be said for putting hands on before you buy. Plus no transfer fees when you buy from my table ;)
OMG that sounds like the table I saw too! I couldn't believe how many guns were in one place. I'm still kinda overwhelmed by my first show experience tbh. Ended up buying some ammo and a holster but chickened out on actually buying a gun there. Think I need to do more research first...
46 Glocks? That vendor knows their market. I'm usually 50/50 on shows vs online - depends on what I'm after. Shows are great for handling before buying, but online often has better prices if you factor in FFL fees. C&E shows are solid, been to a few of their events. Did you end up snagging anything or just window shopping?
Solid post. I've been thinking about the same thing lately. My FN 509 has been my go-to but I'm always looking at other options.
Welcome to the addiction lol. Your wallet will never recover.
I had the opposite experience honestly. But everyone's different I guess.
Anyone else run into this? I thought I was the only one.
I run a similar setup and it's been flawless. Good choice.