I have followed this thread for a few days and find it noteworthy that no one has commented on prices, especially ammo and firearms.
Several years ago, members of this forum were targeted by thieves. The thieves hit events that were highlighted on this forum, especially shooting events.
I have learned that criminal gangs frequent social media looking for targets. Gun owners are particularly vulnerable because we tend to announce precise dates, places, and times of our activities. Others, too, are vulnerable because they disclose their vacation plans detailing how long they will be away from home.
The thieves stake those places out, identify vehicles by make and model and license plate, then follow the vehicles when they depart the event. Sometimes, they will put a little sticker on a tire or bumper the driver would not likely notice, but is a cue for other gang members. They clean out the vehicle and remove the sticker when they leave.
If the targeted vehicle stops in any parking lot, there is a high probability it will be broken in to. If the vehicle goes directly to a residence, then that residence gets targeted for burglary.
Loose lips sink ships.
Several years ago, members of this forum were targeted by thieves. The thieves hit events that were highlighted on this forum, especially shooting events.
I have learned that criminal gangs frequent social media looking for targets. Gun owners are particularly vulnerable because we tend to announce precise dates, places, and times of our activities. Others, too, are vulnerable because they disclose their vacation plans detailing how long they will be away from home.
The thieves stake those places out, identify vehicles by make and model and license plate, then follow the vehicles when they depart the event. Sometimes, they will put a little sticker on a tire or bumper the driver would not likely notice, but is a cue for other gang members. They clean out the vehicle and remove the sticker when they leave.
If the targeted vehicle stops in any parking lot, there is a high probability it will be broken in to. If the vehicle goes directly to a residence, then that residence gets targeted for burglary.
Loose lips sink ships.