FROGO207
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I just keep a log of the guns and expensive things that I own and what I paid for them as well as when. Just use the inflation calculator and at least break even on them. Won't be my worry then though.
Good point and I think we have had a few threads touching on the subject I don't recall a thread in which that was the main topic. Might be interesting to see some thoughts of members regarding the classic last will and testament. What to do with all the guns, reloading supplies and ammunition when I check out. This would save spouses and children a lot of grief.That brings up a good point, maybe a topic for another thread entirely. A bit morbid but I often think about and worry that should I pass on, when I pass on, my wife may need to sell some things. I don't expect her to be the enthusiast I am and while I would love for her to keep it all, that might not be in her best interest.
Point being, there is a good chance she would be lost in terms of value and would hate for somebody to take advantage. I would like to compile a list with values, what I would ask along with knowledge of where to go to get value guides, etc.....
That brings up a good point, maybe a topic for another thread entirely. A bit morbid but I often think about and worry that should I pass on, when I pass on, my wife may need to sell some things. I don't expect her to be the enthusiast I am and while I would love for her to keep it all, that might not be in her best interest.
Point being, there is a good chance she would be lost in terms of value and would hate for somebody to take advantage. I would like to compile a list with values, what I would ask along with knowledge of where to go to get value guides, etc.....
So- are you going to pursue this?It's a 2nd home, empty most of the time to my knowledge. It's been about a year since I've been there and a while before that since his passing.
I am not 100% certain. I basically agree with most of the posters in this thread. It's not like I'm asking for an heirloom and I'm fairly certain that this ammunition is 100% worthless to her and that a cash offer could potentially help the family more than something collecting dust in a hidden crawlspace. I just don't want to put her on the spot with a surprise visit so I'll have to find out if there may be more work to do at this house so it can be brought up sort of organically or if not, leave a quick note with my contact information on the door that way her or someone in her family can reach out if interested or at the very least they will be alerted to the fact that it's even there.So- are you going to pursue this?
I am not 100% certain. I basically agree with most of the posters in this thread. It's not like I'm asking for an heirloom and I'm fairly certain that this ammunition is 100% worthless to her and that a cash offer could potentially help the family more than something collecting dust in a hidden crawlspace. I just don't want to put her on the spot with a surprise visit so I'll have to find out if there may be more work to do at this house so it can be brought up sort of organically or if not, leave a quick note with my contact information on the door that way her or someone in her family can reach out if interested or at the very least they will be alerted to the fact that it's even there.
But at this point I don't really have any qualms about throwing the offer out, it's not like there is any obligation or pressure for her to sell or even respond for that matter if I leave a note and she has no interest in dealing. She can pitch my note in the trash and go on with life. No harm done...
Yeah, that actually occurred to me, in an earlier post I mentioned that I would slip the note inside the door so that the information wouldn't be hanging out on the door. I said "on the door" in my last post by mistake.I know you probably aren't planning on doing this, but I wouldn't leave a note on the door that says "Hey your attic is full of ammo." Especially if the home in unoccupied. I'd just use the contact information you have to get in contact with her directly. To be honest, I've seen this sort of thing play out a few times. I've contacted people regarding an old car or something very politely letting them know if they ever have interest in getting selling it to please contact me, only to find out that they sold it to next to nothing to someone 5 years later who happened to stop by and just ask if they could buy it on the spot.