Is anyone simpleminded enough to pay $700 + for a new Glock 43

[Zaydok Allen]

So I haven't read the entire thread, but based on the question imbedded in the title, really the question is just "Are people stupid enough to pay more than they should to own something quickly?"

The answer is yes. Always bet on stupid. People's willingness to pay too much money to satiate a need for instant gratification is part of why capitalism works.

 

[45_auto]

Even if I can afford a new Iphone or BMW, I do not put my money in such trivial things

Your money, your choice. More money = more choices.

iPhone Users Earn Higher Income, Engage More on Apps than Android Users

http://www.comscore.com/Insights/Da...Income-Engage-More-on-Apps-than-Android-Users

Household income? iPhone people are more affluent: they over-weight +11% for >$75,000(3), +30% for >$100,000(3) and +48% for >$125,000

http://www.forbes.com/sites/toddhixon/2014/04/10/what-kind-of-person-prefers-an-iphone/

Driving A BMW = Six-Figure Salary and a College Education?

... Therefore, while the median luxury car owner is about as (formally) educated as the overall population, they make triple the income versus the overall population

http://www.mymoneyblog.com/driving-a-bmw-six-figure-salary-and-a-college-education.html

 

[Madcap_Magician]

Why are we ranting about the way the market works?

Demand > Supply, price goes up. That describes every hot new gun release ever. Once supply catches up, or demand drops (Looking at you, Remington R51), then prices head toward equilibrium.

Is it "worth" it? Obviously it is to some people. Others, not so much. But relative value is kind of the center axiom of a free market economy. All value is relative.

 

[george burns]

Only because this is not a rare or unusual piece. We all know that in a matter of weeks if not already, the price is going to plummet. Not like the car orgun that is backordered for 2 years. This is just silly, when you know that water is over the next hill to pay twice as much, because you can't wait a few weeks.

 

[Bush Pilot]

I take exception to saying anyone who pays that much is simpleminded. They probably know they're overpaying, but, believe it or not, there are a lot of people for whom an extra $3-400 is what they earn while making a trip to the john, and to be the first at their gun club to own the hot new Glock, or to be guaranteed a super low serial, may easily be worth it to them.

How does your new G43 shoot?

 

[lifesizepotato]

How does your new G43 shoot?

Nice try, but I have no intention of buying one at any price.

 

[george burns]

Save your money for ammo, something will cause it to become scarce again.

 

[Delford]

Recently we've been doing well financially but our lifelong imposed frugality won't let us drive anything other than a Ford or a Honda. The latter has leather. We buy new and keep them for 10-15 years so depreciation isn't a factor and the warranty pays for repairs for 3 years if needed and regular maintenance actually keeps the cost of ownership down.

I saw lots of G42s at the gunshow this past weekend but nary a 43. That's OK, if I was going to buy one I would find a good used one. Used Glocks are easy to find. My friend I shoot with has several so I can buy 9mm and .40 ammo and shoot with a Glock anytime.

All 4 of my guns were used but 3 of the 4 had hardly been used. My first purchase still had the owners 4473 copy in the box. The 4th was a Mosin Nagant from 1929 so I expect it had been used extensively. Still, it's in remarkably good shape and more accurate than I am. After 6 years my first pistol is selling for the same price. My latest purchase was a PM45 that is two years old but rarely shot. I was lucky to get it as it was well under $500. To me rushing out to buy the first of something is exciting but runs counter to my Scots ancestry and I just don't do it.

 

[ApacheCoTodd]

What a silly OP title...

Also - silly, condescending alternatives for what the OP perceives as wasted money and followed up with a broad-based insult for other people's priorities.

Todd.

 

[Wishoot]

It's a Glock. Glock lovers with the financial means to do so will stand in line to buy one at the inflated prices.

I think it's a bit silly to spend that kind of dough on a Glock, but it's their money and they can do with it as they please.

 

[CNobbe]

I'm thinking I'll wait and buy a used G43 when I see one. I found my Shield used in near new condition for $299 not long after they were released.

All but two Glocks I've purchased were used/police trade ins. I'm kind of a cheapo when it comes to guns, especially polymers.

 

[Old Fuff]

Long, long ago I discovered that people have different perspectives about money, depending largely on how much wealth they have, and how hard it was (and still is) to obtain it. At the high end individuals who are well fixed don't give a hoot what the market is. If they want it and the opportunity is before them, they write a check without hesitation.

Should anyone have any doubts all they have to do is follow one or more of the higher class auctions that feature the highest quality of "in-demand" unique antiques and classic firearms. So-called market price is determined by whoever has the fattest wallet or credit card.

A Glock pistol may be seen by some to be nothing more then a commodity, but if its the first one to be had, it apparently is worth $700 (or whatever).

For the record: Should the Old Fuff decide he wants one.... He'll wait until the rush is over.