Maggie Hunter Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 I checked on the wire because I thought Bud had already posted something ..... Early yesterday morning, Badlands Bud's truck was stolen and used to back through the wall of a jewelry store in San Diego ... When he noticed the truck was missing, before 9:30 am, and reported it stolen, he was told it had already been recovered and was in the impound yard, but the case had not been assigned to a detective yet, so nobody could touch the truck or inform him whether the tool box had been breached - which contained his CAS guns ... We found out late this evening - and Bud told me he had already posted something on the wire, but I couldn't find it - that the tool box had, indeed, been pried open and his CAS guns are gone ... Winchester 1897, Cimarron repro 1873 and a pair of Ruger Vaqueros with consecutive serial #s ... SDPD has all serial numbers, detailed descriptions, including all modifications made and engraving - the Vaqueros had his alias engraved on the back-straps - and were the ones his dad and I bought for his 10th birthday (and the dealer we bought them through went way beyond the call of duty to get consecutive serial numbers) ...... It breaks my heart to have these guns missing ... We'd appreciate y'all keeping your eye out for his guns if they ever turn up ... Beyond that, the ignition of the truck - a 2000 Ford F250 Super Duty diesel with a 6-speed manual tranny - was punched out, which means that, even though he will be allowed to take posession of the truck tomorrow sometime (Wednesday 11/23), he will have to have it towed to somewhere that the ignition can be repaired - along with any other repairs that may be required. I'm appealing to any of you all in the San Diego area that may be in a position to assist Bud in getting his truck towed and repaired - he has CSAA towing within 100 miles, but it would be really great if we could find some place that won't cost him a trimester's tuition to do the required repairs ... You all have always been a great family for our kids, and we never forget all you've done for them ... Maggie Hunter SASS # 8974L TG, California Shady Ladies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Steel Duke Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 I hate to hear news like this, did he usually leave his guns in the truck? BSD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goody, SASS #26190 Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 That is indeed unfortunate. Does he not have insurance? That should cover the truck, check homeowners to see if that covers the loss of the guns. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Widder, SASS #59054 Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 I hate to hear of things like this. Bud, I hope everything is recovered soon and still in good shape. ..........Widder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 Hi Maggie, Sorry to hear this. I sure hope he gets his guns back. Regards, Allie Mo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Howdy Doody Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 Dammit. Now that really sucks big time. I remember when he got those Rugers. He was beaming from ear to ear. I hope they find them and the other stuff too really quick. I keep thinking of how close his college is to the border and I get the shudders. I know Bud has character and then some, but I hope he can take a loss like this in stride. Well, let's hope the local police can pull off a capture of his guns and the ones that took them and his truck real soon. Chin up Bud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolina Cowboy Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 I am not sure, but if he is a NRA member, it seems they give you some insurance on your guns when you become a member Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfgang, SASS #53480 Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 Sorry to hear of loss . . . . leaving guns in truck not wise . . . tool box will be pried by thief to get tools . . . and then they figure they HIT THE JACKPOT when they find GUNS in it. I have the NRA insurance that covers my guns for replacement anywhere and everywhere they may be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loophole LaRue, SASS #51438 Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 The basic NRA gun insurance is limited to $2500 in value...that may help, but won't cover all of what he has in those guns. Does anyone have the higher limits? Can you give us a read of what the extra cost is per $1000 of coverage? LL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loophole LaRue, SASS #51438 Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 The basic NRA gun insurance is limited to $2500 in value...that may help, but won't cover all of what he has in those guns. Does anyone have the higher limits? Can you give us a read of what the extra cost is per $1000 of coverage? LL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maggie Hunter Posted November 24, 2010 Author Share Posted November 24, 2010 Bud got the truck back this morning - it's being towed to a near-by Ford dealer to get the ignition fixed. I can only hope the thieves were stupid enough to leave behind lots and lots of fingerprints ... and that they get caught before they have time to ditch the guns. I'm not sure, at this point, if Bud's NRA membership is up-to-date. He only has liability on the truck. And no renter's insurance (don't know of any college students that do) ... Thanks for all your good wishes on Bud's behalf. Maggie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nate Clayton, SASS #63196 Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 No good rotten sons of a soanso lowdown thievin dirty pieces of .... Man, I wish I could type a swearword. -Nate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokin Gator SASS #29736 Posted November 24, 2010 Share Posted November 24, 2010 That really stinks. I know Bud has gone through a lot of shotguns and probably a few rifles, but having those Rugers since he was a kid makes them pretty special with all that he has accomplished with them. Hope everything works out. Smokin Gator Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellfire # 35333L Posted November 25, 2010 Share Posted November 25, 2010 In regards to the NRA insurance, in the new Dec. issue on page 78, is an on-line offer of a free increase on your free policy. Looks like an ad you may pass over. Hellfire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Painted Filly Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 Have we heard about any updates? Painted Filly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jasper Agate Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 Maggie, Sent you a PM Jasper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maggie Hunter Posted November 29, 2010 Author Share Posted November 29, 2010 Apparently, body damage to the truck wasn't too bad - it's a big beast, and the wall the thieves backed into was apparently mostly glass. They did punch the ignition, and that is being repaired. The tool box may be a loss, though, because they had to pry it open. I don't really know for sure, because I haven't seen it. We haven't heard anything on the guns. Again - thank you all for your concern on Bud's behalf. Maggie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GunClick Rick Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 I think i would post a video on the local news channel,bring back my gun or else,i have more Always leave you cell phone in your vehicle,the idiot will use it to call thier buddies,then call your provider later and get the numbers called.Did it when they stole my truck,i called my number and talked to the guy that stole it and his buddies,got addreses and everything,but they would not arrest him,cuase they did not see him driving the vehicle.I did tell him i was saving his address in case i came down with a terminal disease. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Shapiro Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 Really sorry to hear. I expect the guns are gone and will not be recovered. Probably over the border already. Best of luck though. I sure hope they turn up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Col. Nathan C. Riddles, SASS # 7462 Posted November 29, 2010 Share Posted November 29, 2010 Maggie, is Bud living in a dorm or off campus apartment or house? It makes a big difference. If he's living on campus and registered using your home address then he is still under your home owner's policy & his guns should be covered. When I was in the AF someone went in my barracks room & stole some things whie I was on leave. My parents insurance replaced what was stolen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maggie Hunter Posted November 30, 2010 Author Share Posted November 30, 2010 Maggie, is Bud living in a dorm or off campus apartment or house? It makes a big difference. If he's living on campus and registered using your home address then he is still under your home owner's policy & his guns should be covered. When I was in the AF someone went in my barracks room & stole some things whie I was on leave. My parents insurance replaced what was stolen. Bud is living in an off-campus apartment. I assume he registered using his dad's address. I'll have him look into that. Even if insurance covers replacement, there's still the history and sentimental value, especially those Vaqueros. btw - Bud just started working at a gun shop down there - I don't know the name of it, yet, tho, but it's close enough to where he lives that he can walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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