Hi, and thanks for having me. I have lived in Frederick (County, just outside the city) for about five years. We moved from the People's Republic of Montgomery County . Needless to say, we're much happier in Frederick, but would be much happier if Frederick were not in Maryland.
Anyway, I'll start off by asking a bit of advice. I don't own any firearms yet. My plan is to purchase, over time, a .22 revolver, a .22 rifle, a shotgun, a 9 mm pistol, and then a larger caliber/longer range rifle. I am confident the list will grow and change as I begin to enjoy my new hobby. Primary use is sport/target shooting, and secondarily for protection in the home (after my wife and I are proficient in use).
For the .22 revolver, I have a Heritage Rough Rider in my sights - I like the style and (especially) the economics. Assuming most local dealers don't have the exact one I want in stock, does anyone have experience on the best dealers to go to for a special order from a manufacturer?
Anyway, I'll start off by asking a bit of advice. I don't own any firearms yet. My plan is to purchase, over time, a .22 revolver, a .22 rifle, a shotgun, a 9 mm pistol, and then a larger caliber/longer range rifle. I am confident the list will grow and change as I begin to enjoy my new hobby. Primary use is sport/target shooting, and secondarily for protection in the home (after my wife and I are proficient in use).
For the .22 revolver, I have a Heritage Rough Rider in my sights - I like the style and (especially) the economics. Assuming most local dealers don't have the exact one I want in stock, does anyone have experience on the best dealers to go to for a special order from a manufacturer?