In Texas, the gun shops are flooded with ARs and pistols, and have been keeping bolt action inventory extremely light. You can buy any AR and just about any of the newest mainstream pistols for heavy discounts. Ammo and bolt actions are keeping their prices, but in saying that I mean that ammo is in a reasonable price range and not at the bottom.

With everyone I talk to, the general uneasiness is being caused by the fed gov and all the bullshit going on, coupled with real fear about the tariffs. Employment is good but pay is not keeping up, and most people are saving their hobby money just in case. As mentioned, I have friends into both jeeps and cars and they are saying the same thing.

But none of that explains the interest level for the forums and online stuff. Speaking as a newbie here, I can say I just got here because I just found you guys. Enjoyable place so far.