I don't think AK is real world when it comes to gun prices

by AkRay, Wednesday, October 03, 2012, 17:06 (4381 days ago) @ brionic

We are a fairly small market, with some enthusiasts, but many more casual gun owners. They might own something for hunting, or a handgun just because, but the variety is usually there at gun shows. I always see Smith & Wesson revolvers at our local shows and the ones in Anchorage. Model 28s and NM Frame 44 Specials don't command big prices here.

The practical side always says that if you can shoot Specials out of a Magnum, then buy the Magnum. The prices people are willing to pay typically fall far short of auction site prices too. Those who price their gun wares according to what they see on the auction sites still have their guns by Sunday afternoon. The people here know how much they want to pay, and they're usually on the low end of the price spectrum. What do you expect from a bunch who can make tears come out of Abe's eyes with the way they pinch their pennies?

J Frame 22s in my experience, no matter how nice, don't bring prices north of $500.00 here much less $600.00 or $700.00.