Future Firearm Prices

[BullGear]

I've got a few firearms that I've either never shot or haven't shot in a long time. I'm wondering if the time to sell is now or do you see prices significantly increasing in the coming year? Will the prices continue to increase until the election in 2024? Will a Dem win, cause the prices to continue to rise or will a True Republican win cause the prices to steady or even decline?

 

[MarshallDodge]

They will go up a little due to inflation but I think the market is going to be soft for a while, even if the left wins the midterms.

 

[Alphatreedog]

Guns and Gadgets on YouTube did a vid about Vista Outdoors raising prices . IIRC Vista is Federal Ammo , maybe another ammo manufacturer and several firearms companies .

Brands – Vista Outdoor

vistaoutdoor.com

 

[10ring'r]

1.4m NICS checks since February. Is there something going on in the U.S.?
Mac

 

[Cowpokey]

Wait till the potato starts ww3 and then they'll be worth their weight in gold

[they] are wiling to start WWIII to keep their Ukraine business deals hidden from the public. When the political elites start wars, the poors' kids are the ones that get maimed and killed.

 

[hafejd30]

If dems win mids it will be a buying frenzy on AR’s and anything else mentioned by the left as a target to ban

If Republicans win mids then all agendas for Biden will likely stall. Creating a relaxed atmosphere for a couple years. Likely ammo and components will still be high from inflation and availability

I think if Republicans win we’ll see AR prices plummet for a few years. Like when trump got in. $400-$500 AR’s that sit on shelves and AR manufacturers branching out due to low sales

Obviously the type of firearm will likely depend on how much elections play with the prices

 

[diggler1833]

I'm banking on prices continuing to increase for the collectable guns. I have several that I thought about selling 6 months ago after their 'going rate jumped up $1K in just a year. However, I think they'll still be worth more in 2032 than 2022.

Even the Yeet Cannons will probably keep up with inflation better than most 401s.

 

[diggler1833]

If dems win mids it will be a buying frenzy on AR’s and anything else mentioned by the left as a target to ban

If Republicans win mids then all agendas for Biden will likely stall. Creating a relaxed atmosphere for a couple years. Likely ammo and components will still be high from inflation and availability

I think if Republicans win we’ll see AR prices plummet for a few years. Like when trump got in. $400-$500 AR’s that sit on shelves and AR manufacturers branching out due to low sales

Obviously the type of firearm will likely depend on how much elections play with the prices

I agree...but also don't count out the fancy revolvers and 1911s going up too because of their legality to own in many states. Less reason to carry a G17 if you can only have a 10 round mag in it.

 

[Maggot]

[they] are wiling to start WWIII to keep their Ukraine business deals hidden from the public. When the political elites start wars, the poors' kids are the ones that get maimed and killed.

"No boots on the ground."
Oh wiat....

 

[Maggot]

I'm banking on prices continuing to increase for the collectable guns. I have several that I thought about selling 6 months ago after their 'going rate jumped up $1K in just a year. However, I think they'll still be worth more in 2032 than 2022.

Even the Yeet Cannons will probably keep up with inflation better than most 401s.

Gold, Silver, and ......Lead.

I dont see prices going down. The woke gave become woke and they know theyre behind the curve. Look at Gunfucker prices. Stuff selling for way above retail because of no or low availability.

Some moron just paid 4K for a old, mid condition, Bisley with the wrong handgrips.

Im buying but cautiously, and selectively.

 

[Cowpokey]

Sites I watch for .22lr have raised their prices even though they don't have it in stock. Glad I grabbed a couple cases when they had them, even though it was still over priced at the time.

 

[JR_77]

This is interesting if you collect Sig Mastershop X5/X6 models these are the ones that have totally unique frames/slides compared to the P226 family (they share other parts like springs/sights/mags/) and were built and hand fitted only in Germany never the US. The attached link is to a Sig X5 Gen.1 Mastershop Blue Moon model they sold new for around $3,000 to $4K just five years ago. This one is at $15K with 5 days to go in the auction. WOW!

GunBroker.com - Error

 

[JR_77]

Another one a Sig X6E Chrome and Carbon model could be bought 5 years ago for $5K-$6K this one sold for $14,500. FYI…The Sig Mastershop in Germany shut down and closed up shop in December 2020 so these Mastershop guns are no longer in production.

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[RUTGERS95]

prices have already started turning south and no way the dems take the midterms. You can't really time the best time in the market to sell or buy. Do what you want and stop worrying about pennies on the dollar

 

[BullGear]

prices have already started turning south and no way the dems take the midterms. You can't really time the best time in the market to sell or buy. Do what you want and stop worrying about pennies on the dollar

I'm not sure we're seeing penny increases. Just look at G*nbroker. The prices for items with at least 1 bid are absolutely crazy.

It would seem that some of the collectable firearms (not tactical) are climbing in price more than the tactical firearms.

 

[n2ishun]

Don't sell anything.
Period.
People thinking Republicans might get voted in.....pfft, as if.
Democraps proved they can steal an election and are currently in power.
Now that they have tested the waters does anyone seriously think they won't do it again ?
Imma say it here first.
Guns will be outlawed.
Does anyone seriously think it's supply chain issues and the Kung Flu causing ammo,primer,powder,weapons shortages ?
Federal, Winchester, CCI, etc would love to sell more ammo. Gun makers would love to sell more rifles and pistols.
This rat hole goes deep and I don't think we have even seen 5% of the shit they will start pulling on us.
Can't have the general populous armed and they are working overtime to rectify that.
Buy it, keep it, hide it some kind of way.
You'll be needing it.

 

[Two36]

I'm not sure we're seeing penny increases. Just look at G*nbroker. The prices for items with at least 1 bid are absolutely crazy.

It would seem that some of the collectable firearms (not tactical) are climbing in price more than the tactical firearms.

You are not kidding.. hopped on earlier to look for a old 870 marine magnum.
Hard pass

 

[lonegunman762x51]

I cleared out some stuff from my collection in the last 12 months. A Finnish capture SVT-40 went for 14 times what I paid for it. I had several South American Mausers in near mint condition, all went for 300-700% more than I paid for them. S&W 5 screw magnums in several flavors went for 200-400% more than I had paid for them. Russian SKS's 300% and a Poly-Tech milled AK 400% more, a NIB FN FS2000 made a ton.

Gun prices are going up and probably won't be coming down anytime soon for the hard to find stuff. Chinese AK's have been banned since before most people were born and Russia is not going to be importing anything again. With socialists in power it is unlikely anything cool will be imported for a generation. With inflation at 10-20% a year and ammo still tough to find, people who have money and want guns are going to pay to get what they want.

Besides, if the Democrats/socialists get their dream election and start putting people in gulags people who own guns will get on the train last, if at all.

 

[fpgt72]

I've got a few firearms that I've either never shot or haven't shot in a long time. I'm wondering if the time to sell is now or do you see prices significantly increasing in the coming year? Will the prices continue to increase until the election in 2024? Will a Dem win, cause the prices to continue to rise or will a True Republican win cause the prices to steady or even decline?

First off do you need money for something that is not gun related? If so now is as good a time as any. Keep in mind with a stroke of an executive pen he can make a kings decision and wait for the supreme court to figure it out....in the time that it takes that to happen all kinds of crazy can go on. The only thing a gun takes up is space, you don't pay property tax on it like you would a classic car....so in my book it does not eat, so unless I am moving on I don't sell.

What will happen, well we all know what the D's really want, and that is not likely to change. The R's are milk toast at best, and will fight an uphill battle against what is basically a D run media.

Let me put it this way, I am glad there are more shooting days behind me then in front. I say enjoy it while you can.

And yes glass very half full.

 

[hafejd30]

If you let us know what you want to sell and the $$ we can help you decide if you should sell it

 

[MarshallDodge]

I cleared out some stuff from my collection in the last 12 months. A Finnish capture SVT-40 went for 14 times what I paid for it. I had several South American Mausers in near mint condition, all went for 300-700% more than I paid for them. S&W 5 screw magnums in several flavors went for 200-400% more than I had paid for them. Russian SKS's 300% and a Poly-Tech milled AK 400% more, a NIB FN FS2000 made a ton.

Gun prices are going up and probably won't be coming down anytime soon for the hard to find stuff. Chinese AK's have been banned since before most people were born and Russia is not going to be importing anything again. With socialists in power it is unlikely anything cool will be imported for a generation. With inflation at 10-20% a year and ammo still tough to find, people who have money and want guns are going to pay to get what they want.

Besides, if the Democrats/socialists get their dream election and start putting people in gulags people who own guns will get on the train last, if at all.

A lot of those guns have collection value, but if we are talking about a Glock 17, Ruger SP101, those are available at your local gunshop and I don't see those prices changing a whole lot.

 

[Maggot]

A lot of those guns have collection value, but if we are talking about a Glock 17, Ruger SP101, those are available at your local gunshop and I don't see those prices changing a whole lot.

Colt's on the other hand are hard to come by, especially the more desirable ones. I was looking at a new Gold Cup Trophy and its as much as a 6 month wait if youre lucky, or buy at inflated prices on Gunfucker.

Im seeing more and more really bad experiences with them. No communication and no help with problems.

 

[MarshallDodge]

Colt's on the other hand are hard to come by, especially the more desirable ones. I was looking at a new Gold Cup Trophy and its as much as a 6 month wait if youre lucky, or buy at inflated prices on Gunfucker.

Im seeing more and more really bad experiences with them. No communication and no help with problems.

Colts are okay if you like to look at something. If you want a shooter, get a Les Baer, Wilson, or even a Dan Wesson.

 

[Maggot]

Colts are okay if you like to look at something. If you want a shooter, get a Les Baer, Wilson, or even a Dan Wesson.

I was speaking of (increased) value. There's a lot to be said for name recognition.

I cant speak for the Wilson or Baer, but Ive had some Dan Wesson's and wasnt all that impressed.

 

[MarshallDodge]

I was speaking of (increased) value. There's a lot to be said for name recognition.

I cant speak for the Wilson or Baer, but Ive had some Dan Wesson's and wasnt all that impressed.

I agree on the name recognition but the last Gold Cup I saw, new in the case at the gunshop, had a barrel bushing that was so loose you could slide it around with your fingers. Huge gap between the slide and bushing. Maybe DW can fix that now that they own the name

The older DW weren't as nice as they are now (Valor for example), but they're still better than anything Colt has put out in the last 30 years. I have a CBOB and a Valor. Both will outshoot my Gold Cup.

 

[impactaddict]

If you're selling guns to stock up on reloading components or ammo for guns you commonly use, then I say its a good sale. If you're selling to get into something cool like Night Vision or plates, then good sale. If you're selling to buy one of your "grail" guns, then good sale.

If you're selling to sit on cash, bad sale.

Prices are high, but so is everything else - its getting better. I've been selling stuff in the last year or two that didn't get used only to upgrade to stuff I like better and use all the time now. I don't, and never will, understand this mentality of "never sell anything".. buy, sell, upgrade ... in that order

If it really comes down to it, you need one fighting rifle and one combat pistol for every fighting age person in your household. Your minimum ammo count for each firearm is your call. The rest is just gravy. Buy and sell what you like.

 

[Maggot]

I agree on the name recognition but the last Gold Cup I saw, new in the case at the gunshop, had a barrel bushing that was so loose you could slide it around with your fingers. Huge gap between the slide and bushing. Maybe DW can fix that now that they own the name

The older DW weren't as nice as they are now (Valor for example), but they're still better than anything Colt has put out in the last 30 years. I have a CBOB and a Valor. Both will outshoot my Gold Cup.

Thats not my experience. I own 3 Colts, a 96 Commander, a 99 Compact, and a new Trophy. All are tight and shoot remarkably well, especially considering what I paid for them. Looking to add an Anaconda. I havent handled one but Im told by several members of the Colt Forum that the new Python is superior to the old ones.

I will admit that a fellow member's highly modded $3000 Springfield was a tad better than the stock Trophy.

Of course youre aware that DW is now owned by CZ.

 

[MarshallDodge]

Of course youre aware that DW is now owned by CZ.

Yep. DW, CZ, Colt....all the same company now.

 

[Maggot]

Yep. DW, CZ, Colt....all the same company now.

And sadly, not American.

At least Springfield and S&W are. I have a S&W 686 that is my favorite shooter. Amazingly accurate.

 

[Charger442]

a lot of what you guys are talking about really has no bearing on the other things being mentioned here. what no one has mentioned is when the economy downturns, there will be much less disposable income for most people, and many of the first things to get sold are the panic buy type ARs, Glocks, Mossbergs to get some liquidity. i think there is going to be a flood of used guns onto the market that are initially priced high and no one wants. The market will correct for this and prices will fall to meet demand.

The last time anything like this happened was in 08 and the supply/demand curve was shifted so radically in the opposite direction of what it should have been for a hard recession because of the Obama regime and the ban threats. People were buying and demand went sky high regardless if they could actually afford it.


other items:

rare/collectible guns, whether old or new limited runs, will continue to increase in price because of steady demand and inflation.

demand overall for guns will lessen as disposable income drops dramatically with the increase in energy prices and food prices, as wages stagnate. unfortunately, i think people are already starting to prepare for a recession and we'll see what the FED policies do to that.

 

[MarshallDodge]

And sadly, not American.

At least Springfield and S&W are. I have a S&W 686 that is my favorite shooter. Amazingly accurate.

DW is made here, and I assume Colt will continue to be made here as well. I'm just happy that American private equity didn't buy them and ruin them.

 

[myronman3]

prices have already started turning south and no way the dems take the midterms

here we have someone that still has faith in the integrity of the voting system in america. brother, you gotta wake up.

 

[TheGerman]

Firearms are basically in a surplus except niche shit like KAC.

Ammo however is overpriced, yet coming down. Once we get over the speed bump of all of those dumb shits that ordered pallets of ammo to sell because they thought it would just keep going up and are now sitting on inventory with a cost over current market price, we'll see an accelerated drop in pricing across the board.

 

[n2ishun]

Here's a tip German.
Prices will probably never go down again.

 

[Maggot]

a lot of what you guys are talking about really has no bearing on the other things being mentioned here. what no one has mentioned is when the economy downturns, there will be much less disposable income for most people, and many of the first things to get sold are the panic buy type ARs, Glocks, Mossbergs to get some liquidity. i think there is going to be a flood of used guns onto the market that are initially priced high and no one wants. The market will correct for this and prices will fall to meet demand.

The last time anything like this happened was in 08 and the supply/demand curve was shifted so radically in the opposite direction of what it should have been for a hard recession because of the Obama regime and the ban threats. People were buying and demand went sky high regardless if they could actually afford it.


other items:

rare/collectible guns, whether old or new limited runs, will continue to increase in price because of steady demand and inflation.

demand overall for guns will lessen as disposable income drops dramatically with the increase in energy prices and food prices, as wages stagnate. unfortunately, i think people are already starting to prepare for a recession and we'll see what the FED policies do to that.

Good points, in view of that I think Ill hold off on any further investment at this time.

And yes there does seem to be a market for high dollar investment gread firearms just like high dollar art, watches, camers, etc. Personally, I only want ones I can shoot and enjoy.

 

[Maggot]

Firearms are basically in a surplus except niche shit like KAC.

Ammo however is overpriced, yet coming down. Once we get over the speed bump of all of those dumb shits that ordered pallets of ammo to sell because they thought it would just keep going up and are now sitting on inventory with a cost over current market price, we'll see an accelerated drop in pricing across the board.

Ive noticed that. Seeing the 75 and 77 grain 223 (which Im currently looking for) under a buck per round. 45 ACP below fivy cint. 6.5 is still out of sight.

 

[Maggot]

Here's a tip German.
Prices will probably never go down again.

They already have/are, though likely wont return to pre Covid prices when you could buy a white box of Winchester 45ACP at Wally World for $30.

 

[Nik H]

Sell nothing

Buy spare parts for every firearm that you own.

Buy 2X the number of magazines that you THINK you need

Ammo goes without saying