Good Gun trade?

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I was at a Gun Show today (camp Jordan in TN), and was looking around the pistols. One that kind of stood out was the High Standard .45. It was a compact model. I talked to the guy and he said he would give me $500 trade in money for my remington 870 (18" bbl) and Walther G22 .22lr. The pistol was listeed as $489, so I'd also have to give a little cash. I was really wondering on how the HIgh Standard would perform due to it not being well known (at least to me they aren't). Also, I am a little hesitant to trade off my G22 (don't shoot it much but I love it). Would this be a good trade? Also, there was a police trade Sig P6/226 for $319. It had alot of holster wear but the insides looked decent. I could probably trade my Rem 870 plus alittle cash and get it... Would this be a good trade?

Thanks,

Oh and one more thing, I have around $150 (I am 15 yrs old and working) and there was a Mosin Nagant there. Should I go ahead and purchase this (I don't own one yet).
 
If you love your Walther G22 don't get rid of it. As a youngster with (I'm guessing) not a lot of disposable income for shooting a .22 is an absolute necessity if you want to shoot much.

Save your money for your .45...your day will come :)
 
That's not a trade I would make, but that's just me. The High Standard is a decent entry grade 1911, but I wouldn't put $500 in one.

Not to mention that due to this-
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I am 15 yrs old and working
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You can't legally buy a gun anyway.
 
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Keep what you have and save for the 45. I have found that whenever I got rid of something I regretted it later. That is why I have not gotten rid of any of my guns.
 
How exactly does a 15 year-old child buy a gun at a gun show?
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Easy, he shows his folks that he is a responsible young man. His folks, wanting him to grow and learn the ways of the world take him to a gun show and encourage him to engage in dialogue with people at the show. If the young man brokers a deal that is acceptable to all, the folks step into handle the government sponsored pleasantries.

On April 19, 1775, men 15 years and younger stood side by side with more experienced shooters and answered the "shot heard 'round the world" with shots of their own.

Edit to add: I don't know Auburn or any of the other actors in this play.
 
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At fifteen I had a 22-250, a 16 gauge single shot, a .22 High Standard pistol (man I wish I had that back), and a 20 gauge double barrel. Also had a family .410 and a couple of .22's. I was reloading for the 22-250 with a Lee hand loader.

I think it's pretty neat that he's working and trying to get opinions on the best way to spend his money. Maybe some of you guys should be a little more helpful and a little less judgmental.
 
get the mosin.
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If it's something that you want, I'd probably second that. When I was 15, 1903's were $12-15. .30-40 Krags were probably about the same. You'd see them stacked in crates just like Mosin's are today.

Unless it's something that you've REALLY thought about, you're wise to walk away. Money (at least mine) is too hard to come by to blow it on something you'll regret later (remember this when you're thinking of getting married)...;)
 
Wheeler you pretty much nailed it.

I have shown my parents that I can safely handle/shoot guns by myself, therefore they trust me enough to let me buy my own (as in giving them the money I make and the put it in their name).


Another gun REALLY jumped out at me. I found a colt King Cobra - really good cond. - for only $625! Now, would you trade a Rem 870 and Walther G22 for this? I have been looking for along time in gunshops for a Cobra (my dream pistol), and have finally found one.
 
"as in giving them the money I make and the put it in their name"

I have always wondered about the legality of this kind of purchase. The parent has to state on the federal form that they are the actual purchaser. And it's not their money they are using to buy the gun.

John
 
NOT a deal id make. not at all. the g22 and 870 are worth more than a high standard .45

plus a 12 gauge and .22 are invaluable in life. save u and get a number of other entry/used 1911's
 
Auburn, glad to hear it. My son is about your age and he is out working choppin' firewood as we speak (so to speak) I'm not sure what he is savin' for but I'm pretty sure that I will wish I had one when he gets it.

I have one piece of advice. Try not to sell any of your firearms, I know you want something else and don't see any way to get everything you want without tradin' off something that you have. But as an old man (well not that old) that doesn't have some of the guns he used to have; I gotta tell you that I miss the ones I don't have anymore.

You seem to have good taste in firearms, so good for you.

Think about a battle rifle (the only one I remember you posting about was a mosin) I feel every young man should have one and a stack of ammo to practice with. Get one and get your folks to take you to an Appleseeed shoot. You won't regret it.

PS. I got an old Lee Enfield when I was 13. THat gun was a constant companion when I was trampin' around the bush in Alaska as a young man.
 
I commend you AND your parents on your maturity, responsible interest in the shooting sports/firearms, & ambition, I'd pass on the .45. King Cobras are nice, but I believe you'd be happier (and shoot more) if you keep what you have, Save-up for what you want.
 
You know what, I think everyone above is right. I'd be really sad to give up my walther G22. I don't really know why, but I have somewhat of an emotional attatchment to every gun I buy; so if I sold it, and bought a new one, it just wouldn't be the same. I think I am going to pass on both the .45 and King Cobra. I may pick up a mosin on the 'morrow though. Are there any other guns that I can find around $125ish?
 
Auburn, you are demonstrating what an astute young man you are. Good luck in all of your endeavors.
 
A prudent decision, Auburn. A person's actions speak loudly of the man he already is/will become. You have made a sound choice. God Bless . . . small wonder I liked Tennessee & the folks who reside there on a visit many years ago. Kinda like my home state of Montana, only a bit farther east & with different trees . . .

koja
 
What would you take, the carbine version of the Mosin or full size. Right now I am somewhat leaning to the full size but I am open minded on the decision.
 
Don't own a Mosin, personally (for no particular reason . . . my stick just doesn't float that way) . . . buy the one that makes you happy.
 
There is always another deal coming along. You may do better later if you do some research. If you are having doubts don't buy.
Don't get rid of a sure thing for an uncertainty.

Everyone wants $125, not everyone wants a Mosin Nagant.
That said my brother has a nice one for sale! M44 & 440 rounds sealed in a tin can.

Start giving some thought to long term goals and calibers. You might end up wanting something that allows you to compete vintage military rifle or NRA Highpower matches.

Be patient, time is on your side.
 
Auburn, you are demonstrating what an astute young man you are.
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You mean, as in post #10, which is pretty much an admission of guilt of a straw purchase which can land his parents in jail?

BTW, what's he gonna do with a carry gun? Oh wait, maybe his parents can co-sign his CCW application too!!:banghead:
 
BTW, what's he gonna do with a carry gun? Oh wait, maybe his parents can co-sign his CCW application too!!
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Hey sig22 not everybody that purchases a pistol does it for CCW. Not everybody feels the need to carry (let alone a backup and a backup for the backup, roflmao) some folks just wanna shoot. How did you start learning when you were 15?
 
sig228,
So you would conceder it a "straw" purchase of the 20 gauge shotgun I bought for my son when he was 12 years old?:confused:
The young man like to shoot guns; be it, shotgun, rifle, or a handgun so why shouldn't his folks help out even if he foots the bill?????
My folks did a over half century ago, as I did with my son 20 years ago.:cool:
 
You mean, as in post #10, which is pretty much an admission of guilt of a straw purchase which can land his parents in jail?
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It's not really a straw purchase, though, if we're talking about parents and their minor children (sorry Auburn!). Unlike alcohol, which is illegal for minors to either possess or to use, firearms are only illegal for minors to possess; there's no law against a minor using a gun.

There's a basic technical problem to claims of a "straw purchase." That problem is that a minor can't actually own property. When Auburn goes to McDonalds and buys a Big Mac, his parents technically own that burger. With the guns, his parents technically own the G22 and 870 and since Auburn doesn't own them, no straw purchase is possible. Once he reaches his majority, his parents are free to give him the guns as a gift and the law won't say a thing about it.
 
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