Finding unique firearms is a usually a major focus for gun owners looking to expand their gun collection. Between ancient M1 Garand rifles and 1908 Luger handguns, adding another great piece of firearm history to an existing gun collection is an opportunity few gun owners can turn down.
The following list details some of the best places to look for unique firearms.
Pawn shops
Pawn shops have long been known to be a haven for gun collectors. Guns can be bought at pawn shops for a cheaper price and, according to B. Gil Horman in an
article for Guns and Ammo, “[pawn shops are] stocking rare, antique, and even unusual guns typically only seen in books and museums.”
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Mom-and-pop gun stores
In many smaller towns in the west, it’s usually easy to find a gun store or two owned by a local person who makes a living as a gunsmith. These stores can be true gems, and the owners are very intelligent and useful resources for finding that unique gun you need to round out your collection.
Cabela’s miscellaneous catalog
Cabela’s probably isn’t the place you’d first think of to look for unique guns, but the company actually has an entire miscellaneous catalog full of weapons in different calibers or with unique designs. If you’re looking for a 7.62x51 NATO, a 25-06, or a .338 Marlin Express, chances are you can find it at Cabela’s.
Gun shows
Gun shows are big events where gun
-loving people gather to see some of the newest offerings, as well as shop for ammo and firearms. Chances are, when so many gun lovers gather, you’ll be able to find a unique firearm or two to add to your gun collection.
Cheaper Than Dirt online
Cheaperthandirt.com is a website that sells firearms at steep discounts, and they have a massive selection of guns as well as ammo. You can browse through their catalog looking for just about any firearm, and Cheaper Than Dirt has plenty of shotguns for sale.
The trick to finding really unique and interesting firearms is to look everywhere you can. Don’t overlook any store, big or small, and be ready to jump on good opportunities as they arise.
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