I bought a 3" 629 Talo from Buds Guns in December. MSRP was $999. I paid $793. It was sent to my lgs where I am free to inspect it. If I don't like it, they take it back and send you another. There is no shipping fee or sales tax. You should never pay MSRP again. I just bought a Kahr CM 40 from them today. Almost $200 below MSRP. Friend is no friend, I wouldn't except that gun.