Eric,

Were you able to take firearms with you on your trip? If so, how much of a hassle was it to get across borders?

I've spent quite a bit of time working in Central Asia (manly Tajikistan and Mongolia) and am aware of how views on firearms vary. In Mongolia we drove into the centre of the capital city on the day of the second ever free election with a 22 and a 16ga in full view between the front seats with no one raising an eyebrow, whereas in Taj, the police stop you and search your vehicle for weapons at least two or three times a day.

mike