Resisting that temptation to buy

[Kylez]

Local shop just got in a few Ruger SR1911's. I am looking for a first 1911 and I understand this one would be a good one. The question is do I pay the full $799 at the shop or get on a waiting list for $650 online...$150 is nothing to sneeze at. There are FFL fees as well but still over $100 savings. But being on backorder could take months.

The wife will opt for ordering online and waiting to save the money *grumble*

[Mrgunsngear]

I'm all about helping the local guys but if there's a disparity like that I'd go for the online purchase. But, I always give the local guys a chance to match the price(with transfer fees).

[Kylez]

Good point. I will run by with a printout and see what he will do. I would much rather buy from a shop about a 1/4 mile from my house than online.

[LarryFlew]

As long as you are not on the waiting list at action arms which will end up charging you the current amount when they come in. Waiting for 7 months and when they come in get a notice that the price is now xxx and your back order has been cancelled. BTW local here is selling it for $699.

[Marquezj16]

$799:eek:

Bought mine at my LGS for $650 just under $695 with tax.

I'd keep looking or wait.

[Mrgunsngear]

http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l178/tiffani33/Guns/IMAG0458.jpg

Got mine for $550 about a year ago ;)

[WVsig]

Do not feed the price gaugers... This is a $600 1911 do not pay more...

[mumbo719]

Do not feed the price gougers... This is a $600 1911 do not pay more...

Pretty much sums up my feeling. I'd wait and use the $150 on ammo.