Discover the joy of giving this Christmas with unique gift ideas from Metro Pawn & Gun. Whether it's firearms, jewelry, electronics, or more, we have something for everyone on your list. Our ever-changing inventory, competitive prices, and knowledgeable staff make us the perfect choice for your holiday shopping. Trust in our reputation as a trusted pawn shop in Richfield & Minneapolis, MN. Make this season unforgettable – contact us at 612-861-2727 for inquiries and explore your holiday gift options today.

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The security of our home and loved ones is paramount, and the decision to acquire a firearm for home defense is not one to be taken lightly.

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Are you concerned about your handgun's care and safety? That means that you're a responsible gun owner. Gun owners should be constantly ensuring that their guns are in a safe place and that they've been properly prepared for storage. Here are a few tips to follow.

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Many people often go through their household inventory, clean and reorganize. Fall is not only a new season, but an opportunity to clean house and streamline life in general.

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Most well-rounded home defense plans take every possible scenario into consideration, and include options to mitigate any potential crisis before or while it occurs. Modern technology enables the deployment of sophisticated home security systems, including intrusion detection, video surveillance and remote operation. If nefarious activity can be detected early in the process, it is likely further escalation can be averted. Investigation and criminal prosecution can also be enhanced by facilitating better identification of criminals and their actions.

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Cosmetic flaws may be indicative of normal use, although some may be telltale signs of a bigger problem. Firearms used regularly for hunting purposes may reveal minor blemishes from field use. Personal carry guns could show slight wear from being holstered. Older pieces might exhibit their history in the form of tarnish or faded finish. The bottom line is this – if a firearm has been used properly and cared for, it should never have major dents or other visible abnormalities that could compromise its function.

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We’ve all heard the idiom “one man's trash is another man's treasure”, and it’s certainly an accurate statement. We can take it a step further and say that some things you once saw as treasure can end up being trash, so to speak. Back in the college days, you bought that brand new stereo system much to the envy of all your friends. It was replete with a dual-cassette unit and even a turntable, paving the way to production of endless ‘road-trip’ tapes. With a two channel amplifier and speakers the size of an average refrigerator, you were styling with the latest and the greatest. But times have changed.

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Metro Pawn & Gun is a very popular destination for a great many things. If you are looking to sell something that has fallen into disuse, need a short-term loan on something you still intend to keep, or want to go shopping through a diverse store where the inventory is always different and interesting – we are that place.

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Owning certain original, vintage firearms can be a rather expensive endeavor. Fortunately, there are some options!

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“Pawning” is a process in which you bring an item into the pawn shop in exchange for a cash loan. For example, you might pawn a gold wedding ring as collateral for a $250 loan.  If you repay the loan by a predetermined date, you can retrieve your gold ring. The loan repayment amount will include interest and fees that are typically regulated by the state. You also have the option to extend the repayment time frame, although this will incur continuing interest. If you fail to repay the money on time, the pawn shop takes ownership of the ring and can offer it for resale.

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