best resources for gun pricing
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Dstegjas
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A lot of people will tell you to check places like Gunbroker. That’s not a bad source but if you’re trying to sell your guns locally. It’s probably not going to give you a good price. As we all know guns in Ohio sell at a different price than it would in other states.
I like to watch local websites like Armslist and watch what guns are listed at and what they may have sold for. It may not be the best solution but I think it gives me a more accurate value then sites that are nation wide.
I am also a bit data oriented and keep spreadsheets showing information about my guns. Info like what I paid for them and what their current value is. When I sell or trade a gun I always know if I am selling it for more than I paid for it. I don’t always have to get top dollar. Just as long as I didn’t lose money.
I like to watch local websites like Armslist and watch what guns are listed at and what they may have sold for. It may not be the best solution but I think it gives me a more accurate value then sites that are nation wide.
I am also a bit data oriented and keep spreadsheets showing information about my guns. Info like what I paid for them and what their current value is. When I sell or trade a gun I always know if I am selling it for more than I paid for it. I don’t always have to get top dollar. Just as long as I didn’t lose money.
Condition, condition,condition, Most people grade firearms too high, Be careful when buying sight unseen,
Number 1 condition 2nd how old and is it rare or highly sought after. I would visit some local gun stores or look at there web sight. If you can go to a gun show and see what things are selling for. I set a price on the item I'm selling or what I want to buy or trade.
WIlliams_shoots
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I think checking local sites like Armslist is a good idea to see what things cost right now. You can also look at GunBroker sales that are finished, not just what's listed, so you know what people actually pay recently.
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Yeah, local listings give a clearer idea of what's up than national sites
nksmfamjp
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Frankly, Gunbroker sold tells me what something is worth. That said, people from the coasts drive prices up a bit. The south and west mountain states drive it down a bit. Overall, it is the USA price. Selling locally ftf typically adds 1-5%. That’s basically the value of seeing it. Also, there is $100 worth of fees, shipping and transfers in a Gunbroker deal that local ftf can price in, but the cash requirement limits some buyers, so that has to price adjust down about 2-3%.
The other thing about Gunbroker is the buyers and sellers can be very educated. If you are selling something, there may be details that make it a $200+ better or worse deal. I think most of the “prices are all over” comments are looking at asking prices or not knowing those details. For example, a no box s&w 19-3 with rubber grips in 6” may sell for $5-600. A s&w 19-3 snub nose with OEM wood grip, box & papers could sell for $1300 with 100 bids!
That said, I know I over paid by $50-100 on my SA Hi Power clone by being too aggressive when I really wanted one!
The other thing about Gunbroker is the buyers and sellers can be very educated. If you are selling something, there may be details that make it a $200+ better or worse deal. I think most of the “prices are all over” comments are looking at asking prices or not knowing those details. For example, a no box s&w 19-3 with rubber grips in 6” may sell for $5-600. A s&w 19-3 snub nose with OEM wood grip, box & papers could sell for $1300 with 100 bids!
That said, I know I over paid by $50-100 on my SA Hi Power clone by being too aggressive when I really wanted one!
Scout_honor
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usually check what things actually sold for on GunBroker, then compare that to what local shops and Armslist are asking, this is a good plan for trading or selling
