Bobberfishin
Single-Sixer
Check your prices before you purchase.
I've been seeing some prices for used that are as high as new cost.
I've been seeing some prices for used that are as high as new cost.
Some Classified Prices Seem High?
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I don't know that I'm the exception, but I have to say, not everything is about price. Many people who have been here a long time and have good relationships with a lot of others on the forum, and trust the item, they are buying, to be "as described", actually make it to the house when they get the money. I've had people send the item to me before they got the money.
Most of this stuff does not happen with strangers, or people with very few posts. I want to feel good about a purchase when I make it.
Bear in mind also, that there are some very educated people here when it comes to firearms. Im sure most people, check one or two places to see what the other prices are, before they drop the 3 big words. "I'll Take it". Which should be done privately.
But your advice is taken for what it is worth. Welcome back... apparently.
Most of this stuff does not happen with strangers, or people with very few posts. I want to feel good about a purchase when I make it.
Bear in mind also, that there are some very educated people here when it comes to firearms. Im sure most people, check one or two places to see what the other prices are, before they drop the 3 big words. "I'll Take it". Which should be done privately.
But your advice is taken for what it is worth. Welcome back... apparently.
Yep, it is rare to see what I consider a low price on a used gun... I did actually buy one here last year that I thought was a good deal. But as Bear Paw Jack has said, often it is not about the price but it is the gun someone else wants... and they have the ready cash for it. Happened to me just this month... dern it.
Bobberfishin
Single-Sixer
I've purchased a few items from Sellers here over the years.
Recently (very recently) I've noticed prices in the "Classified Section" for some used firearms & new parts (& pieces) are equal to, if not higher than buying new. Midway, CDNN, Cheaper Than Dirt prices can be viewed in the blink of an eye. There's sales all the time.
If I'm going to have to sign a bill of sale, show my DL & CCW, than I'm buying new from a dealer. I'll have some kind of warranty in case of product failure.
I just wanted to let people know to shop before buying
Recently (very recently) I've noticed prices in the "Classified Section" for some used firearms & new parts (& pieces) are equal to, if not higher than buying new. Midway, CDNN, Cheaper Than Dirt prices can be viewed in the blink of an eye. There's sales all the time.
If I'm going to have to sign a bill of sale, show my DL & CCW, than I'm buying new from a dealer. I'll have some kind of warranty in case of product failure.
I just wanted to let people know to shop before buying
Bobberfishin said:
Yeah, I paid $2,200.00 for a 73 year old rifle last fall. :shock:
The following month one just like it brought $3,450.00 at the Rock Island auction.
What I can't figure is why on Gods green earth would anybody ever buy a NEW gun? :wink:
hittman said:
Ya I not saying I never bought new, but more often than not I have found
real nice guns used!, and save a few bucks usually. ps
As ever . . . caveat emptor.
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Sometimes the question has to be asked of "How much is it worth to ME?" The price may seem high to some and just right to others. Will the purchase fill in the empty space on the shelf that you have been looking to fill for a long time?
contender
Ruger Guru
The OP's advice is not too bad,,, IF,,, IF,,, you are buying a new gun,,, currently manufactured,, and readily available elsewhere.
But,, as noted,,, even new guns may not be as readily available in all locations as they are here or on other places. Then,, as FM has said,,, it may be a fair price to the buyer because they want it.
Used guns,,, especially guns no longer made,,, (OM SA Rugers come to mind,,,,) can not be compared to a newly made, current manufactured one.
But,, as noted,,, even new guns may not be as readily available in all locations as they are here or on other places. Then,, as FM has said,,, it may be a fair price to the buyer because they want it.
Used guns,,, especially guns no longer made,,, (OM SA Rugers come to mind,,,,) can not be compared to a newly made, current manufactured one.
hittman wrote "What I can't figure is why on Gods green earth would anybody ever buy a NEW gun? :wink:"
Here's why I bought a new gun: The first time I handled a GP141 was in 1987. I immediately bought it. It is/has been a fantastic revolver, butter smooth, accurate, and indestructible. As time goes on, I see gunsmiths that turn .357 GP100s into a 5 shot 44 specials. I've wanted a double action 44 for years. I live in a very rural area and there isn't much of a selection of used revolvers, especially used GP100's to have them turned into 44s. I would never do anything to alter my GP 141. Out of frustration, I bought a model 69 S&W. When Ruger came out with a factory GP100 in .44 Special, I drove over 100 miles and immediately bought it, brand spanking new. It is an absolute treasure. Being brand new, nobody else got a chance to booger it up. Haven't taken the Smith out of the safe since I bought the GP.
Here's why I bought a new gun: The first time I handled a GP141 was in 1987. I immediately bought it. It is/has been a fantastic revolver, butter smooth, accurate, and indestructible. As time goes on, I see gunsmiths that turn .357 GP100s into a 5 shot 44 specials. I've wanted a double action 44 for years. I live in a very rural area and there isn't much of a selection of used revolvers, especially used GP100's to have them turned into 44s. I would never do anything to alter my GP 141. Out of frustration, I bought a model 69 S&W. When Ruger came out with a factory GP100 in .44 Special, I drove over 100 miles and immediately bought it, brand spanking new. It is an absolute treasure. Being brand new, nobody else got a chance to booger it up. Haven't taken the Smith out of the safe since I bought the GP.
mohavesam
Hawkeye
hittman said:
Used gun resales will create big vacant buildings where US gun manufacturers used to be...
Ruger77shooter
Bearcat
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One thing I have noticed here and on other site's buy/sell forums is that prices on items (new and used) vary in different parts of the country, especially on used firearms. Also, being able to buy from some wholesalers through dealers who are glad to allow one to buy from them for a nominal fee has altered the prices of new guns that one has to pay.
pete44ru
Hunter
Fox Mike said:
That, and also there's different buyer perceptions - like, should a rare (say) Single-Six be priced the same as a "run-of-the-mill" common model ?
Some buyers perceive the rare items and the common items to be the same items, and therefore equal in value.
Other buyers fail to take into account inflation and the devaluation of the US Dollar, which "inflation" seems to drive prices over what they've became used to in the past.
I said "seems to", because a review of what a 2017 dollar is worth, compared to the value of a USD of whatever year would reveal the answer - which is sad, but true..
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Prices are high everywhere, for everything, these days. :shock:
Last time I was in a real gun shop, I must have said this to myself 100 times: "WOW! Good thing I have one of these, because I sure couldn't afford one NOW." :shock:
Last time I was in a real gun shop, I must have said this to myself 100 times: "WOW! Good thing I have one of these, because I sure couldn't afford one NOW." :shock:
Yep, way too many variables. Location, availability, new quality versus old quality, shipping and transfer costs, etc.
I would be willing to pay more locally than thru the internet, but seldom does any gun store here actually stock anything I buy. And as far as buying used for near the same price as new? Buying new, sight-unseen is too often a gamble. There are many folks on this site, for example, that I consider very trusted sellers. If they tell me their used gun is a good one, I trust that more than I trust buying a new one. Also, many times, other traders have done me favors, and visa-versa, so I'm less inclined to pinch pennies with them.
And it doesn't matter how cheap somebody is advertising their new gun on-line for, if it's out of stock. It's not fair to compare prices against this tactic.
I would be willing to pay more locally than thru the internet, but seldom does any gun store here actually stock anything I buy. And as far as buying used for near the same price as new? Buying new, sight-unseen is too often a gamble. There are many folks on this site, for example, that I consider very trusted sellers. If they tell me their used gun is a good one, I trust that more than I trust buying a new one. Also, many times, other traders have done me favors, and visa-versa, so I'm less inclined to pinch pennies with them.
And it doesn't matter how cheap somebody is advertising their new gun on-line for, if it's out of stock. It's not fair to compare prices against this tactic.
CGDustDevil
Buckeye
hittman said:
There is that... yes!
