CAS on a budget - recommendations?

[Mr. Buttons]

Howdy folks, I'm thinking about getting back into CAS after about a 10 year break. The kids are pretty self sufficient now and I have more time on my hands.

Back then I was shooting a pair of Uberti Thunderers, a Rossi Puma (all in .357) and a Chinese SXS in 12 gauge (can't remember the make of the shotgun but it was a POS)...

I sold my gear when I stopped competing.

10 year later and I'm doing some window shopping and prices have skyrocketed.

Just looking for some advice for shooting CAS on a budget. I reload and cast so ammo/caliber is not an issue.

Any advice would be appreciated

thanks!!

 

[paul792]

Just watch the EE for deals on good used gear. You can also check osasf.ca. Sometimes you can even find stuff for sale at matches. Get out and check out a few, bet you would find some friendly people that would let you use their gear to try a stage or two as well.

 

[Garand]

Plan your purchases wisely, the vast majority of shooters these days are going with the Uberti M73, buy one and you will never have to upgrade. Pistols go from $450- $1050 each, shop around, a good SxS can be found on CGN for about $450. The key is to be patient. Unfortunately it is difficult to get into CAS these days without dropping $4,000 on guns and leather. It still is the most fun you will ever have with you clothes on, though!