This year marks the 80th running of the Laconia Rally and Races and what better way to remember that achievement than with the purchase of a custom firearm.

For about $3,000, you can be one of two score individuals to own the very-limited edition Laconia 80th Anniversary shotgun.

Manufactured by Commemorative Firearms, which is a division of S&S Promotional Group of Fargo, N.D., the shotgun, said sales rep Tim Nathe, features 24-karat gold plating on the barrel and unique laser engraving of the official Rally and Race logo and of scenes of Bike Week that, with a small magnifying glass, anyone who’s come to Bike Week in recent years, should be able to immediately recognize.

For Bike Week’s 75th running, Commemorative Firearms designed both the official Anniversary Rifle and Anniversary pistol.

The rifle, a Winchester Wrangler 94, sold for $1,995, according to the S&S Internet site at www.sspromotionalgroup.com , while the pistol, a Ruger Vaquero, went for $2,095.

During Bike Week, Commemorative Firearms is exhibiting at Rally Headquarters at the Weirs Beach Lobster Pound.

The Lobster Pound is also the place to find other exhibitors who might raise some eyebrows as it is home to both the Libertarian Party booth and one staffed by members of the Christian Motorcyclists Association.

The Libertarian Party was offering chances to learn more about its platform, the CMA had information about how to save your soul and was also giving away free shop cloths to clean your bike with.

Bike Week brings out the creative side of folks: to wit, a sign at Petal Pushers on Parade Road in Laconia: "6 Packs with lots of buds."

For the hungry biker who finds him or herself near downtown Laconia in the morning, the American Legion post on North Main Street is offering a $5 breakfast all week long from 7 to 11 a.m.

If you want a peek at some amazing rides and to get an autograph from their creators, be prepared to stand in line for a while at Funspot.

The amusement center on Route 3 is showcasing the handiwork of Orange County Choppers of Rock Tavern, N.Y.

Last year, OCC’s guiding spirits, Paul Teutel Jr. and Paul Teutel Sr., unveiled the Stealth, an 11-foot, eight-inch long bike that was made to resemble a Stealth jet fighter.