Price check/Discount for being used?

[Taurus92 in KyleTX]

Well, I did a quick search, and thought to just post the question.

I'm eyeing a revolver in the used gun case at Cabela's (one of three of the same model). Operation looks to be good, as does fit and finish on all three.

On at least two of the three, they look to have <100rnds through them.

So, my question is what type of "discount" off the NIB price should I expect to be fair for a gun in excellent condition with very little round count?
The store has the gun new at $330. Two of the used are $310, one is $300. And, another local store has a brand new one for $290.

Is it reasonable to expect to get one of the LNIB pieces for <$280, or should I just go with the new at $290?

Thanks in advance.

 

[Shade00]

Guns retain their value pretty well. If they are in like new condition, most places (like Cabela's) are not going to give you much of a discount. I suggest you go for the NIB for $290. Just my .02.

 

[mnrivrat]

I would either go for the NIB for $290 or make an offer for one of the used ones at about $250 or $260 tops. Why bother with a used gun, if for a little money more you can buy new - and have a for sure warranty.

 

[machinisttx]

It really depends on the gun. I'm assuming you're looking at Taurus guns, in which case it would be a wise decision to thoroughly check the action, crown, barrel, and various other things before making a decision.

 

[TimboKhan]

Unless there is a compelling reason to get the used gun, I think it would be worth it for you too just spend the extra $40.00 and get the new one. I am all about finding bargains on used guns, but this doesn't sound like any particular bargain to begin with, and I doubt Cabelas is going to lop 50 or 60 bucks off for you.

 

[tinygnat219]

Depends on the maker. If the gun is a used S&W Revolver, the used price is going to be pretty high. ESPECIALLY if it's a "Pre-lock" gun.

OTOH, used Rugers tend to be 20% cheaper than their NIB cousins.

Taurus guns OTOH, hold value like sieves hold water. Their used Pistols / Revolvers can be relatively good buys as long as one remembers that it's a crap shoot as far as quality goes.

 

[GRIZ22]

I'd get the new one for those price diffrences.

 

[Majic]

As said before it depends on the gun. Some older models have features that are wanted and are no longer put on the new guns today. People are willing to pay to get these features.

 

[strat81]

Some guns are in the used case for a reason - they could be lemons. I'd buy the new one for $290, in your case.

 

[weregunner]

There is a factor at work here that hasn't been touched on much.

Big chain stores like Cabela and Gander Mountain have high prices on their used guns as compared to many regular gun stores.Varied reasons for that.

Might as well either pay for new or go to a regular gun store looking for used. Even the some of the locals can be high, but the lower priced guns can be had.

Even at some gun shows with the right dickering, seller willing, a bargain might be had.

Shotgun News, Gun Digest, and other weekly periodicals also have bargains in them for used guns.

 

[Taurus92 in KyleTX]

Thanks, all, for the inputs. Sounds like NIB at Academy is the way to go.

The particular revolver is the Rossi M462. I'd purposely left out the model to avoid the "Get a used Ruger/S&W for $20 more, as Rossis are crap" replies.

(Seriously, I have no idea where you guys find some of the bargain prices I've seen posted on this site, and I've gone to gun shows, internet dealers and local shops.)

Really, I'm just jonesing for a .357 revolver, and liked the SS finish with the 6-shot capacity. As indicated by my name, I already own a Taurus, two actually (Taurii?), but both manuf after 2000. So, I haven't been tainted by poor products or customer service.

I understand the new Rossis are made by Taurus.

Part of my motivation was that I could use some of my Cabela's Club points to discount the revolver even more, but I can just use that for range ammo or reloading equip.

Thanks, again.

Note: I just reread the reply, talking about gun magazines having bargains. I'll have to check that out.

 

[Majic]

Some guns are in the used case for a reason - they could be lemons. I'd buy the new one for $290, in your case.

Lemons were new once also so buying new don't mean you can't get a lemon.

 

[woad_yurt]

Get the new one for $290. If it isn't a question of collectability and this doesn't seem to be, I can't think of one valid reason to pay more for the same thing used.

 

[Quoheleth]

(Seriously, I have no idea where you guys find some of the bargain prices I've seen posted on this site, and I've gone to gun shows, internet dealers and local shops.)

It's all about being in the right place at the right time. You'll be THE ONE in the store at THE TIME and you'll find THE DEAL. I've been prowling LGS's for 5, 6 years looking for one of those whopper "fish story" deals. Never had any luck. Finally, last month a never fired, two-month since manufacture SPringer 1911 GI about $150 off the new sticker price. Needless to say, it went home with me.

Check Auctionarms and gunbroker. I passed on a 80% Smith Model 10-6 a few weeks ago that went for $155 or $160...I forget which. Good price...but I couldn't handle it, so there's that risk.

Q

 

[Moonclip]

Some guns get turned in to lemons by their owners. But in the case of Rossi I hate to say it but you will be more likely to be receiving a cirtus product.

If you buy new, does a Rossi have a warranty? That might be reason enough to buy new if yoiu are set on getting one. I'm not a gun snob either, I own Taurus and Llama products as well as Rossi rifles.

 

[tinygnat219]

Some guns are in the used case for a reason - they could be lemons. I'd buy the new one for $290, in your case.

True. I have purchased my share of lemons through the used case. I have also sold guns that I either had copies of, or new I could get a good price for when something else came along.

 

[machinisttx]

The particular revolver is the Rossi M462. I'd purposely left out the model to avoid the "Get a used Ruger/S&W for $20 more, as Rossis are crap" replies.

I'm not going to tell you they're all bad guns, because I know otherwise---however, I will tell you to thoroughly check the timing, action, and various other details before plunking down your cash. Those guns are cheaper for a reason, and are more prone to having new in box lemons than other makers.

 

[Shade00]

The super duper gun deals only seem to happen everyday... because there are so many people on this board buying guns all the time, sweet deals are bound to show up! But it doesn't happen to everyone every single day.

I was getting kind of tired driving around looking in gun cases when I finally located a Colt Diamondback for a sweet price. So the deals are out there - but it takes patience and diligence to find them.

 

[Moonclip]

Very true, it takes work and knowledge to find gun deals unless you are lucky and one falls in your lap. usualy someone wills one to you or a coworker gives you a deal.

Finding one in a gunshop can be harder though I've done it often.

 

[Ala Dan]

I will only add, Old Colt's and S&W's tend too hold their resale value
very well; so finding a "steal of a deal" on one of them would be quite
unlikely~!

 

[Nate C.]

When you are haggling, don't forget to ask if they will throw in a box or two of ammo. Maybe they won't negotiate on the price of the gun, but if they throw in a box of $40 ammo...

 

[Taurus92 in KyleTX]

UPDATE: Cabela's went ahead and price matched the local store on the new one.

Obviously, they called to verify price and inventory, but they were great.

Considering I had a $20 off coupon, $25 gift card, $70 Cabela's Club points, and a bit o' cash from Father's Day, I made out pretty nicely.

I did purchase the R462 (erroneously called the M642 above), along with some snap caps.

While I haven't had it out on the range, yet, I'm REALLY liking it, having gotten a feel for the trigger with the snap caps.

The single action trigger is phenomenal, and puts all my other pistols to shame, including my Sig 229. Dare I say, I like the single action on this Rossi as much as I liked the trigger on my brother-in-law's Kimber Eclipse? (I'd shot two Kimbers previously, and both ranked up there for me, as my favorite triggers... until now!)

Granted, auto-loaders and revolvers are a world apart. Up until now, I've only owned semi-auto pistols, so that was my frame of reference.

Now, I have come full circle, as the first firearm I ever fired was a S&W .38spl snubbie. I immediately jumped to semi-auto pistols, and never looked back. Now, I may be becoming a "revolver guy"?!?

Who knew these things were so magnificent?

Okay, just everybody in this forum...