So you've decided to kill an ungulate. Or you just want to put holes through the national forest road signs you so loathe. Either way, you need a gun. Where do you go? Brady's Sportsman's Surplus, a Missoula staple for 46 years. Brady's boasts an in-store inventory of some 2,500 guns and a straight-shootin' staff to help you pick out yours. And while you're there, be sure to grab your license, blaze-orange, gut-hook, wool pants and jerky. Just promise to practice at the range before heading into the woods.Brady's Sportsman's Surplus: 2315 Brooks (Tremper); 721-5502; bradyssportsmansurplus.com
2. Axmen South: 5175 Hwy 93 S; 251-3399; axguns.com
3. Bob Ward & Sons: 3015 Paxson St; 728-3220; bobwards.com