cptdean

Ah, missed the part about it not being yours. Too distracted by the gun. Thanks for posting!

VERY nice. I came really close to buying an ES, but got a great deal on the Gunsite for now. I'm glad to see you carrying it in an MTAC. No worries with finish wear?

Yep, looks like it! Anyone else got a S&W 1911? I just want something to drool over until mine gets here.

Great review! That model is on my list to get someday. For mods, you might want to poke around RimfireCentral.com - Rimfire Community! and check out some of the parts made by 'rusty22'. Here's a thread showing off his adapter plates that allow you to use 1911 grips: 1911 Grip Adapter Plates He also makes a BMT (Buckmark Tool) that people seem to like. ETA: Here's another great mod thread.

That's a sharp pistol. Did it come that way, or did you make some mods?

I broke down and bought a S&W Gunsite 1911 last night. It should be here in a week or so, and I'm pretty stoked. Any other Smith 1911s here on the forum? Let's see 'em! Seller pics (until I can take my own):

This is good stuff, guys! I'm thinking of asking for an SP101 for my bday (or maybe some cash to help me get to it). I don't have any wheel guns at the moment, and I'm really liking the bobbed-hammer model.

Do any of you carry in kydex?

Nice holster. Is that the Heritage with Crossbreed clips? Doesn't look to be much thicker than my G27/VM2.

Hey, everyone. I'm trying to fight the urge to buy a 2 1/4" SP-101, but I'm pretty sure it's a losing battle. When I do buy one I intend to carry it. My current EDC is a Glock 27 in a Milt Sparks Versa Max 2, and I'd like to know how the little snubbie compares. For all of you who have (and carry) an SP-101, what is your preferred method and chosen equipment? Bonus internets for posting pics for me to drool over! Thanks!

From a money/value standpoint, you did very well on that trade. The G30 (by all reports) is scary accurate and relatively soft to shoot. Congrats!

Penny at Springfield Armory told me it's a Lightweight Micro (Loaded), PX9804L, made in January 2003. Parkerized finish with all the parts shown in the pic, and it hasn't been in for any kind of service. Hope this helps! ETA: They may not have called them "Loaded" back then (she said "similar to our current Loaded"), and the current models are bi-tone only.

I must have one!

Happy Birthday, and congratulations on your gun AND your wife!

I put GAP plates on my G27 mags and am very happy with them. No length added and control is awesome. You can check them out at http://www.concealablecontrol.com/ .

Your wife is awesome and that's a really sweet deal. Do you plan to run the serial number through your local LEO? P.S. - If it comes back clean, I'll give your wife $300 for it.

Wow. Really puts the Ruger Mark III in perspective.

GAD601, thanks for joining the forum and engaging in these exchanges with us. I certainly feel like someone at GAD cares now, and I will visit again in a few weeks to see how things are going. My only recommendations would be that you research what other shops in the area are providing to help keep your business competitive, encourage your employees to join this and other forums to help them become enthusiasts like us, and to take a genuine interest in the needs of your customers. Make us feel important and treat us fairly, and we'll give you our business. Thanks, Dean

You're right. I think I've seen that it applies to "First Responders" which would even cover EMT personnel. It's a good program.

The new management really makes NSA great now. They're friendly and they seem to be gun enthusiasts, and that makes a great combination. I visited the store once under old management and the guy couldn't be bothered to give me a price on a gun he didn't have in stock. He said he doubted he could get anything from his distributor, and wouldn't even try.

No worries, TNARMOR. You are correct that blue label guns are for LEO, but the Glock Sport Shooting Foundation (GSSF) members are entitled to one blue label gun at LEO prices per calendar year. After May 1st, they are restricting the discount to multi-year members, and members renewing after their first year (to curb abuse of the program). As for agendas, I assure you I am only reacting to the experiences I personally encountered. Your mileage may vary and you are welcome to shop anywhere you like. I would reconsider GAD for future purchases if I felt their prices and services were more competitive.

Places I've used for transfers: Nashville Sporting Arms: $10 + TICS (TGO members) Guns and Leather: $25 + TICS Bass Pro Shops: $35 + TICS

Well, there's a good Step 1: Become a Benefactor! But you may be right. He can at least PM me the price and answer the other two questions here in the forum.

Did this just get missed?

This is what I meant when I said they missed their market. While I'm sure there are plenty of novices in the Bellevue area who would buy their one and only gun from shops such as GAD, a quick browse of the pictures posted by members here will show who in the population buys multiples. I would court the enthusiasts. To GAD601: I don't want to unfairly judge your pricing if you've been making changes. Can you please tell us your everyday price on a standard Gen3 Glock 19 with standard fixed sights and 2 15rd magazines (white label)? Also, do you support the GSSF discount program (blue label, with 3 magazines)? Finally, what is your FFL transfer fee, and are there any parties from which you will not accept transfers? Thanks.