As long as we line up, say sure and pay sticker price, then the prices will continue to rise this year and then next? Point is some prices are higher than the 2009 norm (do your research). Learn the difference between what various sellers are charging and walk away from some sellers with 'no thanks.'
Example, at Knob Creek today I looked at a whole lotta of pistols and rifles for sale. Some were priced at market IMHO, and some were much too high for current production or available examples, I've checked many makes in 2009 (milsurp and current production). I won't dicker with someone that I perceive as gouging or pricing ABOVE current retail, and I won't insult them either. Some sellers are working the market/scalping or trying that is attemping to force the market higher. No thanks to some sellers, let the buyer beware, and don't not give in.