How will I explain this new 915 to wifey?

[sheepdawg]

A month ago I had one 9mm., a 100 year old German Luger. I've had it since the 70s, haven't shot it in 40 years. Well I lent someone some money and got a 639 as collateral. I'll never see the money and to be truthful don't care, it's a sweet shooter. Since I have Gen. 2 covered with it why not a Gen. 3 baby brother? My local fun store has had this 915 sitting in the case for a while. Everyone wants a new plastic pistol, metal ones just don't turn folks on anymore......except me. Made an offer today, $350. Well it came home with me. This thing hasn't a scratch and only very minimal bluing wear, it's almost like new.

But honey it's an investment.

 

[mauser9]

Sure looks nice to me. I am a huge fan of the Third Gen models. Problem is right now am Third Generation challenged as only got a CS-9. That Luger ya got should be worth heavy bucks!! Would not shoot it either.

 

[icemn]

I'd say you did quite well! The 915 is a nice gun. She looks great! Enjoy!

 

[RobertJ.]

But honey it's an investment.

That's a Bingo!

I actually have permission from my wife to buy whatever I want, as long as it meets that requirement. I have a small stack of guns that eventually will go to the highest bidder, but in the meantime, I get to play with a nice assortment, and upgrade my personal collection at the same time. For instance, last year I found a 17-3, in excellent condition, for $330 OTD! Now, that was a true investment, but also one that won't be going anywhere.

A while back, I was eying an original trapdoor Springfield. It was the carbine version, it had been refinished, and it was beautiful. The bore was excellent, it was in .45-70, and it was $700. I almost bought it, but knew I couldn't justify it to my wife as a true investment, so while I was waffling over it, someone else grabbed it. I was happy for them, and glad I didn't have to think about it anymore.

Nice gun, BTW. I'd love to have a 3rd Gen.

 

[reddog81]

That old 915... I thought you've had it for years.
Don't you remember shooting it a couple of months ago?


Something along those lines usually works for me.

 

[ken158]

reddog nailed it. You have had that thing for years... just look it up and see how long ago it was discontinued!

 

[flagman1776]

I don't count wifey's guitars, she doesn't count my guns.

 

[vytoland]

what's there to explain...mama & me are both adults....we buy what we want ....no permission slip needed....

 

[Bob T]

Bring it in a piece at a time and tell her it is a build.

 

[Rubone]

If you have to explain you are in the wrong relationship.

 

[chevy57fan]

My 915 is the first firearm I ever purchased way back in 1992 and I still have it. They're great guns!

Regarding your dilemma, it seems to me that you just need to keep buying. After awhile it's too hard for the wives to do inventory and keep track

 

[TTSH]

But honey it's an investment.

That's a Bingo!

I actually have permission from my wife to buy whatever I want, as long as it meets that requirement.

Pretty much the same here as long as: a) The "investment" is under $500 out-the-door and b) My poor, old retired fool's very limited budget can support it while still meeting all my other financial obligations.

Above $500 and I need the good wife's advance approval, which is not easy to get and only very rarely received.

 

[timn8er]

I agree with Reddog81! It's a varitation on the wife's old trick when explaining some shoes or a dress you would swear you've never seen before: "Oh, this old thing? I've had it forever!"

Good looking pistol! The blued ones are harder to find in good shape, or at least that's been my experience. Every one of my 3rd Gens is stainless, which seems to hold up better. Recently though, I found a blued 3rd Gen, & as soon as I receive it I'll post pics.

 

[kraynky]

That old 915... I thought you've had it for years.
Don't you remember shooting it a couple of months ago?


Something along those lines usually works for me.

I've been known to say,
"Honey, you asked me the last time I was cleaning it, maybe you should go with me and shoot it some so you'll remember."

Usually she'll say "No thanks". But if it's .22 it's hard to slip in, because she loves to shoot them.

Very nice looking handgun by the way! And at a good price too!

 

[BAM-BAM]

"Honey look what I was really lucky to find.!!!!!" These haven't been made since 1994....... 20 years old and all but brand new!!!!..... to get one new like this today would have cost at least $800....... this was only $350...... worth at least $400-450"

PS aftermarket grips on that 915....

 

[jimmyj]

Excuses to Wife:
1. I brought it for you
2. The sales person said he/she would beat me up if I didn't buy it.
3. I am senile and didn't know what I was doing
4. BECAUSE I WANTED TO ! NOW SHUT YOUR MOUTH AND FIX MY DINNER, WOMEN !!

*** Caution : before using #4 call "911" and request a EMS unit be dispatch to your location.

 

[85V65Sabre]

Excuses to Wife:
1. I brought it for you
2. The sales person said he/she would beat me up if I didn't buy it.
3. I am senile and didn't know what I was doing
4. BECAUSE I WANTED TO ! NOW SHUT YOUR MOUTH AND FIX MY DINNER, WOMEN !!

*** Caution : before using #4 call "911" and request a EMS unit be dispatch to your location.

Number 1 & 4 could get you shot with that new gun![emoji15]

 

[gwpercle]

It's a poor hungry stray that followed you home, it needs someone to love and care for it. You just can't turn it out into the cold !
That what I say when I come home with just about anything.

Or the old insanity plea...I don't know !

But you realy didn't "buy " it ...it's just collateral on a loan, you are just "holding " it. Yeah, that's the ticket !
Gary

 

[fiasconva]

Just say what your wife usually does..."What, this old thing? I've had it forever."

 

[timn8er]

Pretty much the same here as long as: a) The "investment" is under $500 out-the-door and b) My poor, old retired fool's very limited budget can support it while still meeting all my other financial obligations.

Above $500 and I need the good wife's advance approval, which is not easy to get and only very rarely received.

I feel for ya TTSH! I've been divorced for quite a while, so I don't have to explain anything to anyone! I just have to b able to afford it on MY old retired fools very limited limited income...sigh.