Brand new and looking for help

[Renegado]

Hey guys!

I am new to shooting! I recently went shooting with a friend, and I must say, I am hooked!

I was thinking of going to the Indy 1500 today, and picking up my first pistol, and perhaps a riffle (AR-15). For what I read/heard, due to the possible impending legislation, everybody expects the show to be a zoo LOL. Others seem to think that everything will be highly overpriced.

My question is: I am planning on getting a Glock 19, and a generic AR-15. What are the chances I'll be able to find anything at the show, and how much do you think I should pay for these items?

Finally, I was looking at the classifieds here, and many sellers request "LTCH" or something like that. I presume they are talking about a permit to carry? I have applied for one recently, but I don't have it yet. Would the sellers at the show have a problem with that? And, could I get in trouble for purchasing a gun and transport it out of the fair if I don't have my permit yet?

Anyways, my apologies in advance for the many questions. It seems that this forum is full of great people with awesome knowledge, so I thought I would inform myself before doing something stupid .

Thanks,
Dale

 

[Spikedog]

Welcome aboard!

I think you may find the Glock, but good luck on the AR. At least at a good price.

 

[Skywired]

Hello and from Cicero

You'll be able to find several G19's at the gun show. The dealers there will handle all the legal paperwork for you right on the spot.

 

[rockhopper46038]

You might have better luck with a private sale of an AR-15 at the show, but who knows?
Yes, the request to see an LTCH is a poor man's background check (and not particularly useful for that, but better than nothing I suppose). It isn't required, but some private sellers may not deal with you if you don't have one to show. The vendors will not ask, as they will conduct the NICS check. I suspect prices will be high at the show, but you never know. Unless you are familiar with the AR-15, buying privately is dicey just because you won't know enough to know what you are paying for. Caveat Emptor.
Welcome to INGO!

 

[Renegado]

You might have better luck with a private sale of an AR-15 at the show, but who knows?
Yes, the request to see an LTCH is a poor man's background check (and not particularly useful for that, but better than nothing I suppose). It isn't required, but some private sellers may not deal with you if you don't have one to show. The vendors will not ask, as they will conduct the NICS check. I suspect prices will be high at the show, but you never know. Unless you are familiar with the AR-15, buying privately is dicey just because you won't know enough to know what you are paying for. Caveat Emptor.
Welcome to INGO!

Hey thanks a lot for all the answers. Very useful info! I'm going to head out to the show this afternoon. If anything, I have never been to a gun show, so it will be fun to see. Yes unfortunately I don't know much about AR15's. I did some target practice with my friend and it was a lot of fun, so I was thinking of picking one up before they made them ilegal. I would prefer to deal with private sellers anyways since it seems to be easier than having to fill up the paperwork.

 

[HotPocket]

 

[SSGSAD]

to from Greenfield .

 

[Shadow]

 

[Westside]

Welcome to INGO

 

[sartwell]

from New Haven.

 

[nascarfantoo]

From Sullivan CO., welcome to INGO!

 

[Sylvain]

Welcome!

 

[Nayls47]

to
Good luck at the 1500.

 

[GodFearinGunTotin]

from Mitchell!

 

[chocktaw2]

to the show!

 

[HandK]

Welcome to INGO Dale, glad your here.

 

[RBrianHarless]

Hello from Kokomo!

 

[whitetailbowhunter]

Welcome to INGO! how did the show go?

 

[starbreather]

Greetings & salutations, enjoy!

 

[williamnewman1]

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