Robstown Gun Show-what I saw.

[the ringo kid]

Went to the gun show today and only had about 2 hrs time since i arrived later than normal. Some things I noticed off the bat--prices were down on most stuff--less junk guns on the few aisles I had time to waltz through. I saw lots of stuff I had not seen at previous shows in awhile for lever action rifles like--Winchester 30-30s, Henry 357s, many Mares Legs and such. For you Smith and Wesson fans--lots to choose from.

Now I only had time to venture through maybe 3 full aisles, but I noticed prices on Springfields, Remingtons and loads others--are falling. I saw two very nice and mint conditioned Winchester 30-30s im interested in which include one of the Winchester "Gold Trigger" and a run of the mill make--both exactly what I want but not till after I complete the deal im still working on. Those respectfully were priced at $600 and $400--the cheapest prices on any Winchesters ive seen in ages.

The 357 Henrys--all new made and I cant recall price off hand but THINK they were around $400-to maybe $500.

My choice of 3 GI 45s is still valid.

I saw more and good quality older military stuff for sale--prices coming down.

I was interested in a few Smiths but didnt have time to note prices and makes and such, but what I remember looking at seemed to be priced at a nice price. Many Glocks there but--I dont care for them so didnt pay attention to them. I have nothing against Glocks--just dont want any.

Ammo--I only had literally seconds to look at some here and there-didnt see any 22 for sale--but remember I only visited about 3 aisles so I did not see everything. The stuff I did pay attention to--were still about 2-3 times over WM or Academy prices.

All I intended coming away with today--were edible items like: more Salsa Verde, spices for meat, spices for making dip mix--which ive tried and is outta this world, and this ought to make DTrina happy--picked up some bread dipping oil which I tried and was excellent, Beef Jerky, Honey Roasted Cinnamon Pecans and some other stuff. Got a free Carrot Cake buying from my Salsa Verde lady as well as a discount.

As for the rest of the show-since I had no time to look since I spent most of it with two of my Nephews, I cant say.

 

[Harrison]

Thanks for the report. I wanted to make it to the show, but Honey Dos, plus a project are keeping me at home this weekend. I am glad to hear prices are coming down somewhat. I will try to make it to the first show next year.

 

[ralph7]

Your post made me smile.
You ended up buying only edibles at a gun show.

Nothing inherently wrong with that, just that
many a thread has come and gone on the subject.

 

[Nframecollector]

I was heading there yesterday and stopped in Victoria, sold a Marlin 39A. Looked around at the gun and pawn shops there. Headed back to Shiner and bought a 76' vintage security six 4" for a good price! One of these day I will make it to Robstown!

 

[the ringo kid]

Thanks for the report. I wanted to make it to the show, but Honey Dos, plus a project are keeping me at home this weekend. I am glad to hear prices are coming down somewhat. I will try to make it to the first show next year.

Quite welcome. Also, another GS late Dec, and im sure one will be in Jan, Feb and March. I dont have Saxets schedule yet but will find out soon enough.

 

[the ringo kid]

Your post made me smile.
You ended up buying only edibles at a gun show.

Nothing inherently wrong with that, just that
many a thread has come and gone on the subject.

Heh heh, thats all I could get this time around but, as im still working on finalizing a major deal--that might take another month or so to complete. Ive got another deal in the works but cant do anything on it till after Christmas.

There were at least two who were selling their home made Beef Jerky. I only had time to try one dealers stuff out but was told by my Salsa Lady, that the one I didnt go to was better in her opinion.

When my first big deal finalizes? I should have enough to get one of those original GI 45s, a new made GI 45 and one of those Winchesters. That will keep me satisfied for at least 6-8 months. )

 

[the ringo kid]

I was heading there yesterday and stopped in Victoria, sold a Marlin 39A. Looked around at the gun and pawn shops there. Headed back to Shiner and bought a 76' vintage security six 4" for a good price! One of these day I will make it to Robstown!

This made me smile a bit when you also mentioned Shiner. I havent been through there in at least 30 years. I remember we stopped off at some mom and pop place--and I had one of the best Chicken Fried Steaks I ever ate.

Saxet will have a show there just after Christmas, and most likely one every month till Mar or April. Im hoping their schedule will Ape this years.

 

[Nframecollector]

Shiner now has three gun shops!

 

[the ringo kid]

Shiner now has three gun shops!

Thats great to know.

Also, would they still have that mom and Pop Chicken Fried Steak place? The only thing I remembered about the place was it was painted Blue.

 

[old bear]

Your post made me smile.
You ended up buying only edibles at a gun show.

Nothing inherently wrong with that, just that
many a thread has come and gone on the subject.

Ralph, sometime edibles are the only thing worth buying, at these shows. Sometimes ya gotta budget your disposable income from time to time.