r/canadaguns • u/ExtremeCommercial821 • Apr 24 '26

Buy recommendations First Time Card Holder

I'm sure this is a tale as old as time, but I recently got my non-restricted and I've noticed 2 things;

1) Buying guns seem simple yet Googling local stores shows mostly the same stock and not a lot of "charm"

2) Prices are insane

I'm in Toronto; what are the best methods people use to buy from the community? Are there legendary go-to forums for private sales? Or are there hidden gem shops? Or gun shows where I can find cool stuff and meet enthusiastic people?

And, what are this groups opinions on the best first firearms for a newbie? I'm a big fan of brake-barrel shotguns, bolt-action, anything vintage and a good semi-auto.

Thanks everyone!

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u/Iokua_CDN Apr 25 '26

Might have to check out the Panzer. Have yet to buy a semi auto shotgun myself, just pump and break action so far 

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u/DecentComposer545 Apr 25 '26

The Panzer is about 1/3 of the price of a Benelli. I would say it is at the top of the clones and as close as you can get. Out ofnthe box it has performed fantastic and I can see that getting even better with more of a break in. 

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u/Iokua_CDN Apr 25 '26

Now does Panzer make an inertia version, or a clonenof an inertia shotgun too?? 

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u/DecentComposer545 Apr 25 '26

Panzer Arms M2 is what you are after. Not sure if they are in Canada. Can always ask your local store that carries the Panzer/EGE brands. Not sure if I can shout out places here.