Friends, there's a lot of things to know about firearms.  During the course of normal day at work, we answer a lot of questions.  We don't mind that because when dealing with firearms, incorrect knowledge can possibly lead to unsafe situations - and nobody wants that.

But having said that, we must confess that sometimes we wish that we had a recording of the answers that we find ourselves repeating every day.  In an effort to save our vocal cords (and some days, our sanity!), here is a list of those questions that we seem to be answering the most.  Email Nick with your question if you don't see it here!

• What's new with handgun permits?

The short answer is, you no longer have to jump through hoops at the Sheriff's office to apply for a permit to purchase.  Just go to your friendly local firearms store and we'll handle everything like we did before.  Bear in mind that this doesn't really skip anything; instead of you going to the Sheriff's office, we place a call to the FBI.  Rest assured that anything the Sheriff would've found, the FBI will find.

 

• How do I get a concealed carry permit?

The good news is you don't need a permit to keep a loaded gun in your vehicle.  Now, common sense says not to go waving pistols around in traffic, but you can feel a bit safer sometimes knowing you have a big stick with you.  For concealed carry in Missouri, you need to show proof of a training course to your sheriff and pay for the background check.  With the completed certificate in hand you then proceed to the DMV to have either an ID, or drivers license made.  Confused yet?  Give us a call about this if you are.

 

• Do you have a (certain part) for a (certain gun)?

If we don't, chances are pretty good that we can order it unless it's something ancient or very unusual.  Due to the amount of service and repair work that we do, we tend to have a lot of pieces-parts in stock, so please don't hesitate to ask.

• My father / grandfather / whoever has this really old gun.  What's it worth?

The only honest answer to this question is, "That depends on a lot of things," and most of those things can only be determined by us actually getting our hands on the item in question.  How old is it?  What make and model is it?  What kind of condition is it in?  Realistically, the final answer to the question is usually "Less than you think," but once in a while a person does dig up a real find.  Bring it by the shop and we'll give you our free (and worth every penny!) opinion on it.