You should to be careful anywhere you go even to the grocery store at home. Don't look like a target and be aware of what is going on around you. Don't wander around too much at night and you should be fine. I have been to mexico a few times and never had any problems, but it doesn't mean I...
prices
Make sure you know where the spot price is when you are looking to buy. Expect to pay $1-$3 above spot. Make sure you check around. For junk silver coins check kitco refining and see what they are buying silver coins for. You should be able to get it for $1-$2 above what their prices...
Its not just for you
My girlfriend knows that I buy stuff(guns, knives, gear, food, water) but doesn't really care or ask me about it. I started raising chickens in the last year just to see if I could and she thought I was nuts. I have tried to explain that you just never know what could...