View Full Version : Another Tanner show, yay lol
Went this morning, first gunshow I've been to in a long time. Underwhelmed, all the same stuff you can find in your friendly neighborhood or internet gun store. I did meet a guy there to buy my Sig M17 so at least I walked out with more money than I went in with LOL. Ran in to a couple of guys hadn't seen in a long time but after 90 minutes I was done.
.455_Hunter
10-01-2022, 12:31
Went this morning, first gunshow I've been to in a long time. Underwhelmed, all the same stuff you can find in your friendly neighborhood or internet gun store. I did meet a guy there to buy my Sig M17 so at least I walked out with more money than I went in with LOL. Ran in to a couple of guys hadn't seen in a long time but after 90 minutes I was done.
Unfortunately, the era of the table filled with $175 Model 10's and $200 new in wrapper Lee-Enfields has passed.
Unfortunately, the era of the table filled with $175 Model 10's and $200 new in wrapper Lee-Enfields has passed.
Really sorry I missed the Collectors show in the Springs this year. That's more my kind of show. For new stuff I'd rather give my hard earned money to (in no particular order) members here or a few local shops.
APEXgunparts
10-25-2022, 01:51
Did anyone attend the TANNER gun show at the Norris-Penrose event center Oct 21-23?
We were set up on an island at the west end of the building.
No empty tables, but it felt like the show was not well attended.
Perhaps people just didn't find our spot?
Richard
Little Dutch
10-25-2022, 07:33
Did anyone attend the TANNER gun show at the Norris-Penrose event center Oct 21-23?
We were set up on an island at the west end of the building.
No empty tables, but it felt like the show was not well attended.
Perhaps people just didn't find our spot?
Richard
I went Friday, but got busy and didn't make it back a second time. Saw some neat stuff, spoke with a few people I knew and a few I didn't. I had a good time.
electronman1729
11-25-2022, 19:25
Tanner gun show this weekend!
electronman1729
12-14-2022, 11:28
Tanner gun show this weekend at the Arapahoe County fair grounds.
APEXgunparts
01-26-2023, 18:49
There is a TANNER Gun Show starting Friday afternoon at the NORRIS-PENROSE event center here in Colorado Springs.
Gloria and I will be setting up in the morning.
We should be in the same spot as last time.
I am bringing out some surplus ammo and some antique Mausers, etc. that haven't been offered before.
Richard
There is a TANNER Gun Show starting Friday afternoon at the NORRIS-PENROSE event center here in Colorado Springs.
Gloria and I will be setting up in the morning.
We should be in the same spot as last time.
I am bringing out some surplus ammo and some antique Mausers, etc. that haven't been offered before.
Richard
I came; I paid, I walked around...I did look for Apex; but I guess I was out of luck.
I was looking for one or two things and struck out; but that is normal. Mostly was looking for some FDE parts like maybe a buffer tube. Some
heavy weight factory ammo in 300 blackout would have been nice. Ok; there was factory ammo, but not from a factory I ever heard of.
If I wanted to find an AR-15 in some color combo that would overload night vision gear with a new moon out...yea; they had that.
APEXgunparts
01-30-2023, 00:34
I found some things I wanted at a great price.
However, some of the best deals at the TANNER show came by my table after being purchased from someone else's tables.
I should have spent more time looking!
Richard
electronman1729
03-10-2023, 10:06
Tanner gun shiw this weekend, Crown Plaza
APEXgunparts
03-10-2023, 18:21
TANNER Gun Show in Colorado Springs is March 24th thru 26th.
Once again we will be at the Norris Penrose Event Center.
Richard
TEAMRICO
03-10-2023, 19:03
Great way to kick off my spring break!!
Would a 3 day wait kill gun shows?
kidicarus13
03-10-2023, 20:59
Would a 3 day wait kill gun shows?Gun show vendor prices and admission prices killed gun shows a LONG time ago.
Aardvark
03-11-2023, 15:38
Today, lack of sufficient parking killed the show for me. I looped the Crowne for 30 minutes before quitting. To answrr Eric: I suspect 3day waits will kill most shows unless the dealer is really local or you don't mind a lot of driving. I suspect thoses that only do NICS will be screwed because where will they store the guns dutring the process? Ex: you pay the dealer, he goes to the NICS'ers, hands them the gun you already paid for, they have to hold it..Fri, Sat Sun, ('if' you buy on Fri!). If the dealer does their own BGCs, the wait time still applies. If the dealer is local, now you have to travel to the dealer to get your gun. If not local, they have to send it to a local ffl for transfer (=$$$). Those are my thoughts. Hope I'm wrong.
Yes, the 3 day wait is not intended to stop anyone from actually killing themselves or commiting a crime if that is what you are asking.
BladesNBarrels
04-23-2023, 08:11
Tanner show this week-end, April 21-23.
Did anyone go?
The weather wasn't the best, but maybe that keeps people from doing spring activities?
I am thinking of going to the one at Crowne Plaza, May 5.
I would like to sell a 1919a4 semi auto, but not sure of the best venue.
APEXgunparts
06-15-2023, 09:40
TANNER Gun Show in Colorado Springs is June 16th thru 18th.
Once again we will be at the Norris Penrose Event Center.
I just hope it remains dry for load in on Friday and load out on Sunday!
Richard
APEXgunparts
06-19-2023, 20:59
Well, that was a very busy TANNER show for us!
I did get to walk around and find good prices on guns I already own, so no purchases for me!
Well, I did buy some ammo from a friend.
Surprised that most everyone seems unaware of the changes already made to Federal and Colorado law regarding braces, and polymer 80 stuff, plus the no sales to people under 21 and mandatory 3 day delay for transfers that starts in October.
OH, and please don't ever stand at a table across the way and aim a firearm at me thru its optic, then track my movements as I try to move out of the line of fire!
And my fellow dealers, WATCH what your customers are doing with the guns on your table!
Richard
BladesNBarrels
06-20-2023, 07:43
Sounds like gun safety training is lacking for some of the show attendees.
At the last show in Tulsa, I was clearing a lever action .22 that I was about to shoulder, and the magazine was full.
The vendor lived in the area and said he had just grabbed it out of the safe that morning.
I did buy the rifle, but the whole incident put me on edge the rest of the day.
APEXgunparts
06-20-2023, 10:50
Sounds like gun safety training is lacking for some of the show attendees.
At the last show in Tulsa, I was clearing a lever action .22 that I was about to shoulder, and the magazine was full.
The vendor lived in the area and said he had just grabbed it out of the safe that morning.
I did buy the rifle, but the whole incident put me on edge the rest of the day.
At this TANNER show I saw two vendors examining two semi-auto hunting rifles that the one gent had brought in for a trade.
Turned out they both had loaded magazines in them.
Because the guy bringing them in was a badged vendor the security people had not cleared those guns.
Lucky they checked before putting them on the table!
Richard
Lucky they checked before putting them on the table!
Or before some clown was eyeballing you through the scope like you mentioned in your post.
Well, after October we won't have to worry about gunshows I guess (sarcasm lol). How in the hell is it supposed to work with a 3 day wait? Man, this state has pissed me off for a long time. If my son and his kids weren't here I'd be gone.
TEAMRICO
06-20-2023, 20:16
How will that be enforced?
What will be the procedure once the BGC clears, if it takes 10 minutes for an approval who do they report to to start the clock?
Another well laid out plan.
Does it have to do with the payment?
APEXgunparts
06-21-2023, 10:27
How will that be enforced?
What will be the procedure once the BGC clears, if it takes 10 minutes for an approval who do they report to to start the clock?
Another well laid out plan.
Does it have to do with the payment?
Already anyone under 21 years of age buying a firearm gets a 3 day delay on approval from CBI.
After 1 October all CBI checks will be an automatic 3 day delay on the approval and anyone under 21 need not apply.
Richard
TEAMRICO
06-21-2023, 16:01
A right delayed is a right denied.
So what they are trying to prevent will be encouraged through over regulation... black market parking lot deals. No check, no wait.
Happens to every market with excessive regulation
G-Money didn't pass no background check for that 3D printed Glock with the 33 round stendo and Chinese switch... those things are all over Denver right now.
electronman1729
07-27-2023, 21:43
Tanner gun show this weekend
Went yesterday, sold a gun, ammo prices were stupid for the most part though I did get some Federal 45acp fmj at a fair price, checked out some nice older S&W revolvers-didn’t buy, didn’t taste any jerky and there was incredibly beautiful and friendly woman working at the background check table lol. Not a horrible way to spend a couple hours out of the heat.
APEXgunparts
07-31-2023, 03:16
4th, 5th and 6th of August is the TANNER Gun Show at the PENROSE event center here in Colorado Springs.
Richard
APEXgunparts
08-02-2023, 03:46
This Friday there is a TANNER gun show at the Norris Penrose event center here in Colorado Springs.
My wife and I will be set up there.
We will have some new / different items on the table.
I hope to see some of you there!
Richard
APEXgunparts
08-03-2023, 20:24
TANNER gun show at the Norris Penrose event center here in Colorado Springs starts Friday afternoon (3PM goes til 7PM).
My wife and I will be setting up there tomorrow morning.
I have a nice collection of bayonets for the table and some more holsters, slings, etc.
Stop by and say hello!
Richard
APEXgunparts
08-07-2023, 11:48
Well, that's another gun show in the rear view!
We would have liked to have seen more people.
I found a really good buy on S.A. 303 ammo and an interesting Japanese Tye-I rifle.
Anyone else find items of interest?
Richard
Aardvark
08-07-2023, 19:29
I drove down on Sunday from Aurora: I was looking for an older Winchester 70 in .243 but none there. Came close to adopting a CZ75B, or a sporter 1903. Guess I'm getting picky in my age. I like ARs, just not the Barbie doll dress-ups: give me old school retros.
electronman1729
09-27-2023, 20:24
Tanner Gun show this weekend! Wonder if it will be the last show.
kidicarus13
09-27-2023, 20:34
Looks like no.94860
electronman1729
09-29-2023, 20:14
Looks like no.94860
I was being sarcastic
TEAMRICO
09-30-2023, 13:29
Start the shows on Thursdays for a Sunday pick up!!!
I wonder how this will turn out. A new hassle with multiple trips to pick up a purchase. I could see local sellers in the shoes area not being effected to much.
electronman1729
09-30-2023, 16:59
Start the shows on Thursdays for a Sunday pick up!!!
I wonder how this will turn out. A new hassle with multiple trips to pick up a purchase. I could see local sellers in the shoes area not being effected to much.
Overall the show was pretty lame. Saw a few guns $200 over msrp.
kidicarus13
09-30-2023, 18:06
Predicting attendance will be down tomorrow.
APEXgunparts
09-30-2023, 21:08
CBI had several hundred firearms buyers in queue in the mid afternoon.
Sunday the 2 new laws kick in, mandatory 3 day "cooling off" on any purchase of modern arms, even between Colorado citizens, and the removal of the legal protections against frivolous lawsuits against firearms manufacturers and retailers.
Richard
TEAMRICO
10-13-2023, 12:38
Is it worth stopping by the Gunshow in The Springs on a Friday when it opens today at three?
What percentage of vendors are already there and set up?
I know my stamp will get me in all three days but I have staff work day today and will be in the area.
Thanks for any info in advance.
OneGuy67
10-13-2023, 13:42
Is it worth stopping by the Gunshow in The Springs on a Friday when it opens today at three?
What percentage of vendors are already there and set up?
I know my stamp will get me in all three days but I have staff work day today and will be in the area.
Thanks for any info in advance.
All vendors are set up by 3 and ready to go. There are a few one offs that won't come in until Saturday morning, but you won't miss them on Friday as they tend to be small vendors.
TEAMRICO
10-13-2023, 14:04
Thanks, think I will swing on by today then.
APEXgunparts
10-13-2023, 23:05
We set up early in the day, had the tables ready to go by noon.
We walked the show, and found a few things that were of interest and came home with us.
The show tables seem fully occupied.
I hope to see more members this weekend!
Richard
TEAMRICO
10-14-2023, 07:39
I was pleasantly surprised with the visit.
It looked like when I go on the weekends. Doesn’t anyone have to be at work?!!! Hahahahaha
I will be going again today to make a second sweep.
Slight dirft-how is it working for firearms sales with the 3 day wait?
TEAMRICO
10-14-2023, 21:33
I saw that local shops were taking the firearms for local buyers for the wait. I’m sure there is some type of fee involved.
I’m sure it less expensive then gas to go up back to Denver or elsewhere.
electronman1729
10-27-2023, 07:59
Tanner Guns Show this weekend!
Arapahoe County Fair Grounds
APEXgunparts
03-27-2024, 17:34
TANNER Gun Show this weekend at the Norris Penrose event center here in Colorado Springs.
We are setting up for it on Friday.
I hope to see some of our customers, so stop by and say hello!
Richard
theGinsue
03-28-2024, 07:25
To add on to what Richard posted:
March 29 @ 3:00 pm - March 31 @ 4:00 pm
Colorado Springs Gun Show ? Mar 29 ? 31 2024
Norris Penrose 1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd, Colorado Springs, CO, United States
$15 FOR THREE DAYS OF THE COLORADO SPRINGS GUN SHOW: FRI 3-7 + SAT 9-5 + SUN 10-4
No refunds on any ticket?
electronman1729
05-03-2024, 17:49
Tanner Gun Show this weekend, Crown Plaza!
TEAMRICO
01-11-2025, 09:19
Wow….nothing since May of last year? Ha!
APEXgunparts
01-11-2025, 20:49
Wow….nothing since May of last year? Ha!
Good timing!
There is a TANNER Gun Show at the Norris Penrose Event Center this weekend!
Saturday is over, but Sunday still awaits!
Richard
BladesNBarrels
01-12-2025, 08:59
Good timing!
There is a TANNER Gun Show at the Norris Penrose Event Center this weekend!
Saturday is over, but Sunday still awaits!
Richard
Hope you have a great show!
I can't make it this week-end, but will try the next time.
TEAMRICO
01-12-2025, 13:51
Oh I know. I swung by Saturday morning like I usually do.
I was just pointing out how that thread was so dead.
Show this weekend at the Norris Penrose event center.
TEAMRICO
06-20-2025, 18:54
I don’t like that they don’t open on Friday afternoons. I enjoyed that.
But I will be swinging buy tomorrow mid morning sometime.
Light crowd. Friend did some ammo trading. Trying to sell something: Usual "gee I want this,but I don't want to pay for it.". Really tired of the cheap and whining there.
APEXgunparts
06-22-2025, 03:21
Light crowd. Friend did some ammo trading. Trying to sell something: Usual "gee I want this,but I don't want to pay for it.". Really tired of the cheap and whining there.
We set up on Friday, seems odd now to just leave when that work is finished.
I didn't see too much in the way of guns coming in to be sold.
Typical summer show on Saturday, I hope sales pick up for Sunday!
Pikes Peak Hill climb fan days downtown, Juneteenth at the Citadel, some other things going on in town, so people are out and about.
Only one other Gun Show in Colorado Springs (October) before the new Gun Show rules take effect on 1 January.
Richard
It was an ok show, went there mostly looking for small parts pieces and say hello to our favorite vendors. Richard I did get those grips for the mk5 bayo and there just what I needed. I like how they are oversized so i can fit them nicely.
APEXgunparts
07-03-2025, 17:43
It was an ok show, went there mostly looking for small parts pieces and say hello to our favorite vendors. Richard I did get those grips for the mk5 bayo and there just what I needed. I like how they are oversized so i can fit them nicely.
I am glad to know that the Jungle Carbine bayonet grips worked out well for you.
I made one good find at the TANNER show at the Norris Penrose event center.
I did enjoy visiting with old friends.
Richard
I haven?t been to a gun show in probably 5+ years. Man the Tanner today sucked. I wasn?t really hopeful to begin with so my bar was already low.
It seems like it just people hawking cheap Chinese crap and overpriced guns. I ended up spending $10 and got two books.
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electronman1729
12-29-2025, 15:59
I haven?t been to a gun show in probably 5+ years. Man the Tanner today sucked. I wasn?t really hopeful to begin with so my bar was already low.
It seems like it just people hawking cheap Chinese crap and overpriced guns. I ended up spending $10 and got two books.
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This gut seemed to have a lot of fun:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XK9eiIXIcXw
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