Is the Gun Liquidators the new shop off Picadilly? I have heard there is some place over there but have yet to visit. I hear the proprietor used to work at GT. I probably know him. I will try to get there this week and let y'all know.
I usually go to John's Guns in Bastrop. Very friendly folks. Mom and pop operation. One of those places you can stand around and joke and insult one another and no one gets PO'ed. You know the kind of place I'm talking about.
I like that place. John is friendly, but not in the "Hi how may I help you today?" kind of way. Somewhat gruff but he'll answer your questions honestly, which is becoming rare these days. His wife is also extremely knowledgeable about everything in the shop. Always, "If you want to look at anything back here (behind counter) just let me know" I usually end up striking up a conversation with customers there too.
He's always got a good rotation of stuff coming in of new and used.
I've been to McBrides 3 times and each time the guys behind the counter treated me like crap. I don't know maybe it's the vibe I give off, too "noob" for them I guess. Don't they realize I have money too? Not everyone wants another semi-auto pistol or AR15!!
I usually go to John's Guns in Bastrop. Very friendly folks. Mom and pop operation. One of those places you can stand around and joke and insult one another and no one gets PO'ed. You know the kind of place I'm talking about.
I'm a fan of The Gun Shop in Cedar Park ... have bought several handguns there, owner David Cheung and his employees are very sharp and helpful, prices are a bit high if compared to gun shows but pretty normal for smaller shops ... it's in a strip mall off non-toll 183 at Buttercup Creek.
Heritage Firearms, up at 183 and anderson mill, will gladly order any gun you want for a reasonable price. Their selection in the store is pretty limited, but they only charge a very small mark up to order a gun for you. The staff is pretty knowledgable, and Tom Snell, the owner, is a nice guy and always eager to help. The other guy, Dick, is kind of rough around the edges sometimes, but he's not too bad. tom's a pleasure to do business with though, check em out.
McBride's is pricey and the staff can be a touch obnoxious. Some are nice but some give you the evil eye and snarl at you. One guy actually yells at folks who ask a question (if he doesn't think you are a good 'ol boy). The check out women sometimes can't be bothered.
this john fellow reminds me of the guy at cost+ in austin (closed now).
they had a GREAT consignment portion i used to look at almost every few days. my wife hated that place since i always came home with some new/more guns.
McBrides, good store if you like full retail or know what you want and just give them a blank check or credit card. haha... just joking..well. not really. bought my m1a scope mount there. not a horrible price, but ifyou want it quick (which i did), prepare to pay extra. they do have knowledgeable people there at mcbrides though.
anyone have any feedback on who around Austin has the largest selection of consignment guns (where the asking prices are reasonable?)