Tipton Gun show Feb 3rd and 4th

[BGDave]

Here we go again. Has to be my all time favorite show.
I always find something I can't live without.
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Tipton Gun & Knife Show 2024 • Tipton, Indiana

April 6-7, 2024 | The Tipton Gun & Knife Show is held at Tipton County Fairgrounds in Tipton, IN and promoted by Tipton Gun Shows LLC.

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[kaveman]

I've always liked the show but have had a hard time justifying the near 3hr drive,......but maybe Saturday. Haven't been down there in probably over a yr.

 

[rkweber]

Best show in central Indiana for military surplus, hard to find ammo, and unusual items.

 

[Smith& W]

Looking forward to it. Great merchandise, food , and friendly people. It`s always a good time.

 

[snapping turtle]

Dad and I will be in attendance Sunday morning.

Look for the chap dresssed like Negan from the walking dead and you will have found the snapping turtle.

 

[BigRed]

New place in town for those going...

Mad Tap.

Went there recently and had smoked brisket, smoked wings, beer cheese and mac, and baked beans. Very good and well worth the try if you're in the area.

(I am not affiliated with Mad Tap other than having tried it and suggesting others might want to if they like smoked meats and beer)

 

[dekeshooter]

Sold two gus and bought one gun. Also picked up a bullet mould I'd been searching for as well as a holster for a Browning HP.

I thought the number of vendors was down slightly and attendance was lower than what I'm used to seeing on a Saturday morning. Overall it was a typical Tipton show and if this is a show you like, it is well worth going to this weekend's edition.

 

[BGDave]

Went and had a good time. Bought nothing. Surprised even me.

Still floored over Mini 14 prices. 1200 to 1400.

Did see a rare bird, a M1a in .243. IIRC 1400.

Wish I could remember who on INGO was WTB a M14e2 sling. Finally saw one new in wrap for $50 in the small room.

I thought it was well attended with a few bottlenecks. These guys apparently don't get to talk at home.

Edit to add; I'm not a knife guy but did see a S&W display case with a Blackie Collins set. I had a thing for Bowie knives in the past.

 

[kaveman]

I thought it was well attended with a few bottlenecks. These guys apparently don't get to talk at home.

Boy ain't that the truth!

I got there about 10AM and the place was packed. Lots to see if you could see,.....amazing number of people yakking and blocking the intersections and tables, but oh well. Found plenty I'd like to have but at twice the price I'd like to pay. All it did was remind me that I'd sold all that stuff for 1/4 the price a few yrs past. Bought a couple of nifes so I didn't have to leave with both hands in my pockets. Had plenty of cash on me but it was already dedicated to a pickup on the way home(the primary reason for the trip). It's still a very good show, just not in a buying position this time.

 

[betus12]

I've always wanted to check out the Tipton fun show but haven't been able to make it happen yet. Is there a schedule? I can't make it this weekend but maybe I can to the next show.

 

[citizenkane]

Looks like April 6th and 7th are the next show dates. After that it’s not on again until September.

 

[Colt556]

Did see a rare bird, a M1a in .243. IIRC 1400.

Wish I could remember who on INGO was WTB a M14e2 sling. Finally saw one new in wrap for $50 in the small room.

You must have a great memory, I was looking for the M14E2 slings but it was a while back. I found a couple but would pick up more if they were new.
Interesting story on the M1A in .243. About a million years ago when Bob Cheek opened his first shop I bought an M1A from him and messed around with it for a couple days before I realized it was in .243! Neither Bob or I knew such an animal existed at the time and both had a good laugh.
Thanks for thinking of me.

 

[Angrysauce]

I went with my son to kill some time, found a Circle 21 Ak74 mag for $10.

 

[Robert B.]

Found an awesome deal on a Colt1911 competition series in stainless, can't wait for warmer weather.

 

[Hookeye]

I'll hit the one in a couple weeks.
Looking for certain scopes/barrels.

 

[Robert B.]

I plan on going myself and look for something I can't live without, just one more.