beware of gun shows that do not let you function test the weapon..... if it is zip tied or locked, walk away.

Here in TX, they ALL are ziptied. Its mandatory. This is because too many idiots loaded a gun and shot it in the gunshows over the years.

I go to shows a lot. Here in TX, it IS worth it. $499-$505 for Beretta 92s, instead of $575+ at the gun stores. Everything is typically at least $50 cheaper, if not more.

In other states, people complain. But if ya know what ya want, it is worth it. Also, you can pick up a lot of guns to feel the grip without asking a gun shop employee to see something 20+ times.