Off-roster prices in CA

[doggman61]

Keep in mind where you’re moving too. I’ve seen some stuff I would love to have but I’m not driving 6+ hours one way to buy %99.99 of guns.

 

[Darqhelmet]

I just moved here. BUY EVERYTHING PISTOL wise you want or think you might want. Even if CA has the gun you might want on roster the off roster versions are better. And I do mean BUY EVERYTHING before you get here. I am kicking myself on a few different pistols that I should have gotten even if it meant eat a couple months of interest on the CC.

 

[Darqhelmet]

Keep in mind where you’re moving too. I’ve seen some stuff I would love to have but I’m not driving 6+ hours one way to buy %99.99 of guns.

Driving 6 hours one way, twice.

 

[doggman61]

Driving 6 hours one way, twice.

#troof

 

[Gawernator]

Pull out your 401k buy an entire arsenal before you move here

 

[LHippo]

WTS Dwx fullsize

Dwx full size

• Ghostface81
• Jun 7, 2026
• Updated Yesterday at 11:25 AM
• Expires Dec 7, 2026
• Views: 514
• Category: Private Handgun Listing

$4,500.00

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https://caguns.net/classifieds/dan-wesson-dwx-non-optic-monterey-park-ca.50857/

WTS Dan Wesson DWX Full Size and Compact (Both BNIB)

Brand new Dan Wesson DWX full size and compact for sale. Both Brand new in box. Two 10 round magazines with each. Located in Sacramento area.

• kc12345
• Jun 13, 2026
• Expired Sep 11, 2026
• Views: 536
• Reaction score: 1
• Category: Private Handgun Listing

$3,500.00

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WTS BNIB, Dan Wesson DWX, LA

Dan wesson DWX 5 inch

• JERRY0201
• Mar 5, 2026
• Updated Mar 19, 2026
• Expired Jun 3, 2026
• Views: 550
• Category: Private Handgun Listing

$3,500.00

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those don't work?

quick look shows at those four seem to show that for 3.5K they sell fast; for 4K+ tends to linger.....

Sure. Thanks.
But again, the issue is that when i click on them to find out more, it is blacked out. So, for example, the white one is obviously moded so is that why it is so much? The only one that says NIB is two guns, and is about the price of two guns, so I would assume its $3500 for BOTH, but I can't tell because I cant read it.

 

[Gawernator]

Might be an IP thing

 

[bryanwm18]

Sure. Thanks.
But again, the issue is that when i click on them to find out more, it is blacked out. So, for example, the white one is obviously moded so is that why it is so much? The only one that says NIB is two guns, and is about the price of two guns, so I would assume its $3500 for BOTH, but I can't tell because I cant read it.

Idk why you can't see them but that's the price for one of them

 

[MK6M9]

Well, I have limited access to the classifieds.

it does not matter. you will get nowhere here. i have two classified ads-- WTB. i have experienced a bunch of shenanigans with the classified ads here. people will message me and then back out when it comes to finalizing the sale, and i am the buyer. lol (shrugs)

 

[LHippo]

Idk why you can't see them but that's the price for one of them

This is what i see if i click on it. Basically only the description from the thumbnail.

 

[LHippo]

Might be an IP thing

Oh, maybe. Maybe it can tell im not in CA?
It says I can unlock it by upgrading my account, so I just figured it was a way to get money. Like im just running the free version.

 

[bryanwm18]

This is what i see if i click on it. Basically only the description from the thumbnail.

Have been a paid member for a while so I just don't know the limitations for new accounts
But here's what you're missing from the listing so you get an idea, that pricing seems in line with other ads
Also even if it's not through a PPT, but if you find one on consignment in a shop, you still have to pay almost 20% on top of the price in a shop due to the taxes, so something else to keep in mind if you're looking to buy from shops in CA

 

[MK6M9]

Hi. I am looking at getting a Dan Wesson DWX with a work bonus I will be getting later. However, I will be moving to CA before I get the money so I can either buy it now on a credit card and pay intrest, or buy it later and pay CA prices.
I know what the interest would be, but not sure what the CA price would be.
Anyone see any around and remember about what they go for? I would prefer the full sized but the compact looks nice too.
Also, if you have general advice on how to easily find prices on non-roster guns (other than the classifieds on this sight, which i do look at) that would be appreciated.
Or if you have any other advice (besides "don't move to CA!", lol) before I move that would be great.
Like: "Before you move to CA you should buy a ___ because the markup here is super high!"
Thanks for any help you can give!

it is probably best to just purchase it outside of CA

 

[Gawernator]

Everything about buying here will be worse. It is insane to even consider waiting

 

[LHippo]

Have been a paid member for a while so I just don't know the limitations for new accounts
But here's what you're missing from the listing so you get an idea, that pricing seems in line with other ads
Also even if it's not through a PPT, but if you find one on consignment in a shop, you still have to pay almost 20% on top of the price in a shop due to the taxes, so something else to keep in mind if you're looking to buy from shops in CA

Thanks!
So there is a tax on top of the sales tax!?!?
Well, thanks for the info.
If you buy something online that is ca legal do all the taxes still apply or just the normal sales tax?

 

[mblat1968]

Sure. Thanks.
But again, the issue is that when i click on them to find out more, it is blacked out. So, for example, the white one is obviously moded so is that why it is so much? The only one that says NIB is two guns, and is about the price of two guns, so I would assume its $3500 for BOTH, but I can't tell because I cant read it.

rules on this site can be puzzling. Any mods can explain why people can't see classified ads?

 

[LHippo]

I just moved here. BUY EVERYTHING PISTOL wise you want or think you might want. Even if CA has the gun you might want on roster the off roster versions are better. And I do mean BUY EVERYTHING before you get here. I am kicking myself on a few different pistols that I should have gotten even if it meant eat a couple months of interest on the CC.

Thanks for the advice!

 

[ikeo1]

Best case: you buy the gun on a credit card and pay a few bucks in interest and love shooting it.
Worst case: you buy the gun and pay some interest, don’t like it then sell it here and make wayyyy more than you paid in interest.

Buy your dream gun now because it will be way more expensive when you’re here.
I think @ikeo1 picked one up/sold one this year

DWX is pricey in CA

@LHippo you are outside of California so the restriction was automatic. If you pay it will be lifted if you verify or once you’re fully in CA. This is to limit the number of scammers / fraud that we see come in on free accounts. Many scammers want access by default.

 

[bryanwm18]

Thanks!
So there is a tax on top of the sales tax!?!?
Well, thanks for the info.
If you buy something online that is ca legal do all the taxes still apply or just the normal sales tax?

Yeah CA has an 11% excuse tax on top of sales tax for firearms and ammo so that's why so many of us go the PPT (private party transfer route) because there is no tax on that. That is partially why off roster prices get inflated as well. For some items, even if you buy at MSRP or close you still save on the tax (some people see it this way at least)

 

[GeeQ87]

how long after moving are you getting the funds? Another great pistol (I hear) is the Shadow 2 carry. If you buy one and find it overrated, I call dibs lol