SHOT Show Coverage

Recently I talked about finding a self-defense gun that fits you.  One of the things I pointed out was to buy good quality firearms, not cheaply made firearms.  Used guns are often a great value, as you can often get a high-quality, “low mileage” firearm for much cheaper than new.

Right now, J&G Sales has a stock of used Beretta 92F and 92FS pistols for sale at very reasonable prices.  Conditions range from good to very good and prices range from only $299 to $339 depending on model, condition, and quantity ordered.  There is no doubt that these are used pistols.  But for less than $350, you can have a very good quality pistol for your home defense needs.

Recently, I had a friend pick up a very lightly used M&P 40.  The pistol had very little signs of use, cam in the original box, was equipped with night sights, and had three 15-round magazines.  The price?  A mere $299.  (Sorry, they are all gone.  I called to buy one, but too late!)

Looking for a shotgun, not a pistol?  A GT Distributors, a police supplier, recently sold a bunch of Remington 870 shotguns they had taken in from a department that was upgrading their long guns.  Standard 870 with the 18 1/2″ barrels were going for $149.  The 870 with an extended magazine (6 or 7 rounds total IIRC) were only $169.  These too are sold out.

My point is to seek out quality used firearms for self defense if you are on a budget.  Don’t settle for something cheap that may not be reliable.