How do you know if you can't test drive the firearm?

[Obleo]

I recall seeing a picture from GunEnvy of a Ed Brown Executive.  Do you have to buy on faith?  How do you decide otherwise?  If I had an Executive I’m pretty sure I would treat it like the “Ring” in the story Lord of the Rings.

[Sigarms12]

"My Precious....."

[Bmel17]

Usually faith if it is an item that you can't find in a store.  If it can be found in a store, I usually hold it and do a visual inspection. 

And ALWAYS look up the reviews that are given for the said firearm on multiple sites.

[Just Bill]

Not all shooters will like the same gun, that is one reason there are so many from which to choose.  Ed brown is usually a safe choice as far as quality goes, but Target Master has guns you can test druve, just maybe not that brand.

[oldgraygeek]

Research it as best you can, then make the call.

Heck, I just ordered a car I couldn't test drive. It'll come in next week. Sure hope I like it.

[Obleo]

Research it as best you can, then make the call.

Heck, I just ordered a car I couldn't test drive. It'll come in next week. Sure hope I like it.

Sounds like a road trip!  Lets all pile in and give it the acid test.  Maybe we can find that gravel pit that the locals use for bustin caps.