would make a big difference in the interest level of the gun and the asking price. however, if i found that perfect gun to fill a spot, i would do whatever it takes to own the gun. i'm down to just a few guns wanted these days and they all are going to be expensive anyway, so a little more for something you really wanted wouldn't be a big deal. heavy on the two words,"little more."
SO HOW MUCH $ IS OF NO CONCERN?
- Thread starter haifabuddy
- Start date
shotguntom
Member
I don't buy $3K guns. For me, I look for (and have found) many deals on used guns (SIGs and S&Ws).
So for something I really want I'll go $50-100 high (recently an M65-3 3", used but in really nice shape & sweet trigger for $475 shipped - in the past a LNIB Factory Nickel P220 for $825).
But usually for the more 'common' guns, I'm a bargain hunter. Yes, looking for a deal. Because given time, someone wont realize what they have or need to sell fast. Then I'm there with cold hard cash. And when you're a bargain hunter you have to be ready to move FAST, to know what is worth it and what is REALLY worth it.
- Rhino
Have to agree with Rhino. I recently picked up a solid 99% model 19-5, 4inch with the factory stocks. No box or papers. The seller was asking $300. I got it for $250 Didnt really need another 19, but the price was right.
Tom
OP
haifabuddy
Member
So let me summarize all of the great answers above. If a buyer, most would pay over a good price up to $100; if a gun was underpriced $150 or more, everyone would buy hands down.
No one mentioned whether sales tax and/or an FFL fee is considered or ignored, but I guess they are factored in to most.
No one mentioned whether sales tax and/or an FFL fee is considered or ignored, but I guess they are factored in to most.
texasgunner
Member
Seems to me a question that has no one real answer----
It depends on the persons pocketbook & / or real want of the gun
I know guys that have bottomless checkbooks but would'nt pay a dime over what they thought the gun was worth & I know others that would eat dirt for a month to buy a overpriced gun just because they wanted it
It depends on the persons pocketbook & / or real want of the gun
I know guys that have bottomless checkbooks but would'nt pay a dime over what they thought the gun was worth & I know others that would eat dirt for a month to buy a overpriced gun just because they wanted it
hedge313
Member
- Joined
- Jan 26, 2010
- Messages
- 62
- Reaction score
- 19
I was offered $250 for my m66 by a dealer last yr.
It's in pristine condition, but no box. The gun did not have a mark on it. 2.5 inch barrel. This was less than a year ago. I needed the money, but could not part with it. I have since seen the same type/cond of gun go for $600. I paid $325 for it about a year and half ago. I have since cleaned, polished, and re-gripped it. It is beautiful and I wouldn't part with it for any money now.
It's in pristine condition, but no box. The gun did not have a mark on it. 2.5 inch barrel. This was less than a year ago. I needed the money, but could not part with it. I have since seen the same type/cond of gun go for $600. I paid $325 for it about a year and half ago. I have since cleaned, polished, and re-gripped it. It is beautiful and I wouldn't part with it for any money now.
Norton 750
Member
Its only money, and I will make more. I have never paid too much, some sometimes I have bought guns a little early. Over time, I still come out ok.
Jack Flash
Member
I pretty much agree with Rhino.
After you buy the first one or two, you have no "need" for another.
I have bought guns because they were a screaming good deal and they casually piqued my interest.
I have also overpaid by $100+ when one has come up for sale that I truly wanted, have unsuccessfully hunted for, and am tired of seeing someone else grab them up for the asking price. In a case like that, some may say I have more money than brains. It would be difficult to argue against them, but damn it, I want that gun.
One comment about selling a gun decades later for "more than you paid":
Due to inflation, the money you sell it for in the future is worth less than the money you paid today. Don't be deceived by a "profit" that is actually a loss. I'm sure some folks make money buying and selling guns, but spend a LOT of time and effort doing so. For most of us, guns are a poor investment.
After you buy the first one or two, you have no "need" for another.
I have bought guns because they were a screaming good deal and they casually piqued my interest.
I have also overpaid by $100+ when one has come up for sale that I truly wanted, have unsuccessfully hunted for, and am tired of seeing someone else grab them up for the asking price. In a case like that, some may say I have more money than brains. It would be difficult to argue against them, but damn it, I want that gun.
One comment about selling a gun decades later for "more than you paid":
Due to inflation, the money you sell it for in the future is worth less than the money you paid today. Don't be deceived by a "profit" that is actually a loss. I'm sure some folks make money buying and selling guns, but spend a LOT of time and effort doing so. For most of us, guns are a poor investment.
Similar threads
