[aigel]

Thanks so much for the thoughts on the subject, your experiences and some suggested pieces to target. One thing that I need to check on further is the handgun laws in CA. If I am not mistaken, I cannot buy an off roster gun unless it is face to face private party. So, this will slow my efforts significantly - basically have to watch local ads. Most local guns being moved are shooters, not much of collector interest tends to come up. When there is a collector item, they tend to be priced high and sit, so maybe there is a chance to go in with a low ball offer after a few weeks.

I think to start, I'll be on the lookout for some n-frames and also will keep an eye on the 1911s. Likely there is not much to come up, but the hunt is half the fun.

Keep the suggestions coming!

George