should I sell or keep my rifles?
I have two rifles, a 1973 Marlin 30-30 and a early 80's Remington 700 in .270. Both are in good condition, even though the Marlin has some pitting on the end of the barrel. I used the Remington this past hunting season with good success, but I'm thinking I want a .308 or something else.
I really like the feel of the Marlin because of the lever action. I don't know why, but I'm not a great bolt-action kinda guy. I figured I could get a couple hundred for the Remington as a trade-in, and keep the Marlin. It may not be in the best shape, but it shoots straighter than the Remington IMO.
On the one hand, I have a nagging voice in my head that says never ever never ever sell a firearm. Why not keep it and have more than you need? On the other hand, if I'm really not loving it and could use it as a good trade, why not?
So.....y'all help me out and think for me. [:D]
I really like the feel of the Marlin because of the lever action. I don't know why, but I'm not a great bolt-action kinda guy. I figured I could get a couple hundred for the Remington as a trade-in, and keep the Marlin. It may not be in the best shape, but it shoots straighter than the Remington IMO.
On the one hand, I have a nagging voice in my head that says never ever never ever sell a firearm. Why not keep it and have more than you need? On the other hand, if I'm really not loving it and could use it as a good trade, why not?
So.....y'all help me out and think for me. [:D]
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Sometimes you've got to sell some guns to buy new ones. That's what keeps GunBroker working. 0 -
quote:Originally posted by Jon0322
quote:I guess I am against the grain,..there is no way on god's green earth I would ever keep a wimpy 30-30 over a rem700 in any hunting caliber. lever guns are slow and cluncky to cycle and can't handle pressures like bolt guns. That 270win properly loaded will outperform a 30/30 lever gun on it's worst day. Not to mention,..you can ALWAYS sell a rem700.
if you just have to have the lever gun,..then just go buy a 3rd rifle and be done with it.
58gr H4831sc, 130gr NBT, CCI LR primer and I bet you find a whole new appreciation for that 270.
That was a brave statement. Now go say that over in the leverguns forum.[:0] I suppose it depends on where you are hunting and what you grew up with, but I totally agree with you statement. Don't get me wrong, the .30-30 piled up deer back in the day(and still does), but it is definitely a wimpy cartridge as compared to many others out there today. Give me a choice between the two and I will take the bolt-action over the lever anyday(and yes I owned a 45/70 levergun a while back), but my brother is just the opposite. Just a difference in opinion I guess.
Jon
I'll say that anywhere,[;)]..... I'd rather have the power and not need it,..then need it and not have it[8D] You never know where you'll end up hunting,..but if it is out of 30/30 range,..you're out of luck,.....unless you have that rem700 270[:D]0 -
If you have a pre'64 Winchester 94 30-30 lever action you should sell it to me.[:p] 0 -
Because both were bought before the current tracking system, there may not be a governmental record of you owning the rifles. This maybe worth something in the future. Also you may not be on a list as a gun owner which you would be if you purchased a new firearm. It seems the value of the rifles is relatively low and they do have very different capabilities. Therefore it may be prudent to keep the rifles and sort out the accuracy problem with the Remington. The 270 Win is a great classic cartridge that serves many hunters very well. It has far more range than the 30/30. Whatever you decision be happy with it. Good luck. 0 -
quote:Originally posted by Hunter Mag
If you have a pre'64 Winchester 94 30-30 lever action you should sell it to me.[:p]
If I had one, I'd never sell it.
My Marlin is old, but not that old!0 -
I'd gladly give you a couple hundred for the Remington if it's in good shape.[:)] 0 -
Everytime I sold a gun, I have regretted it... Nuff said!!! 0 -
I have owned, sold, traded alot of guns. If it's not a family heirloom, and you don't like it, why not use it to get something to do like?
Guns are merely tools like anything else. You don't keep your old washing machine that doesn't work to your expectations anymore because of sentimental value, do you?
Different people have different views on this. But as for myself, I'm interested in learning about how different guns work and perform. And I buy alot of broken guns that I repair, shoot and then resell or trade to fund/or obtain new different guns or projects. Got a small "collection" of guns I really like. But most I have no attachment to. And if I don't like it or get bored w/it, It gets used to get something else.0 -
Guns come, and guns go.
Sacrilegious, I know.0 -
quote:Everytime I sold a gun, I have regretted it... Nuff said!!!
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quote:Originally posted by Highball
Lever gun = 150 yards
Marlin seems to think it's new 308 Express will go a bit further than 150 yrds. I've got my eye on that gun.....I'm thinking a Remington 700 will go a long ways towards the purchase of one of those....
http://www.marlinfirearms.com/Firearms/308MarlinExpress/default.aspx0 -
quote:Originally posted by Fatstrat
I have owned, sold, traded alot of guns. If it's not a family heirloom, and you don't like it, why not use it to get something to do like?
Guns are merely tools like anything else.
But as for myself, I'm interested in learning about how different guns work and perform. And I buy alot of broken guns that I repair, shoot and then resell or trade to fund/or obtain new different guns or projects. Got a small "collection" of guns I really like. And if I don't like it or get bored w/it, It gets used to get something else.
Agree with you. I also seem to own many more since I started doing this.0 -
I wish I had the time and skill to do the same. I'd love to learn more, take classes, take apart & rebuild......
*sigh*
Time (and money) are not on my side.[:(]0 -
quote:Originally posted by jwb267
i would never sell any of my guns unless it was a life or death situtation
Me neither ... unless I wanted to buy another gun ... or a car or maybe something really nice for my wife ... etc.
It may not make any sense, but I love the chase and aqusition more than the actual possession of most guns. Plus, I don't get out to shoot as much as I used to. Usually when I fall out of love with a gun, and in love with another, it just depends on the available funds as to how the transaction goes. quote:Originally posted by cce1302
Listen to the voice in your head. There's no such thing as more guns than you need.0 -
quote:Originally posted by callktulu
I wish I had the time and skill to do the same. I'd love to learn more, take classes, take apart & rebuild......
*sigh*
Time (and money) are not on my side.[:(]
I got into it as a spud gun-nut because of a lack of money. I wanted guns, but couldn't afford them. But I could find an occasional broken gun that would fulfill my aquisition lust. And naturally I began to think about trying to fix them.
My 1st wife had an uncle who was very knowledgable gun collector and home gunsmith who really helped me alot. He helped (or actually did most of it) me fix many guns. And by watching him I began to see that often it's not as hard as it might seem. The trick is knowing which ones are fixable by the amatuer and which need a pro.
Nowdays it's MUCH easier than it was back then. With the internet we have a much easier time finding parts and access to helfull tech info. Anyone that frequents the "experts" forum knows that I ask alot of "how to" questions. And probably 80% of the time, get the answers I need. But I won't deny that I hit enough brick walls that me and local pro gunsmith are on a 1st name basis.
Still I'd say that IMO the hardest part is doing the research to find parts and tech info. I have run up against simple repairs where the long obsolete and out of production parts have taken me a couple of years to either find, or learn the specs to fabricate a replacement. Patience and persistence is a key virtue.
I can't speak to your lack of time. I work 50+ hour weeks myself. But if it's something you'd like to do, I'd say go for it. Just start w/fairly simple guns such as .22 bolt action rifles or SA revolvers.
Do an "advanced search" on GB auctions for easy fix "parts guns" or "Gunsmith Specials". Find a likely candidate and BEFORE you bid,do some internet searching to see if parts are available. Sometimes they are readily avialable, sometimes not. But even if not, it doesn't mean they are impossible to find. Especially if American made. IMO they will just take longer and be harder to find.
But eventally almost always can eventually be found if you are patient and persistent in searching for them.
But do be aware that by the time you buy the gun. Pay shipping, FFL receiver fee's. And buy parts which are generally expensive. You'll almost always have more invested than the finished project is worth. It's something you do because you like to do it. Not to make money. BUT, you can string it out to where you're not investing alot of money at one time. Aquire the guns & parts as you find and can afford them. A project generally takes me a month or 2 to complete. Some longer. With $30. here, $20. there invested over a period of time.
You'll also find that you'll likely need some special tools such as small pin punches. But cheap ones are usually found at the Cheapo Depot type tool sales.
There's a Tanfoglio "Buffalo Scout" .22 SA revolver on GB auctions right now that while IMO overpriced for a project gun, is a GREAT candidate. A scaled down version of the very simple Colt SA revolvers. And parts shouldn't be too hard to find.
Edit: Opps, looks like someone bought the Tanfoglio since last time I checked. Sorry.0 -
KEEP THEM!! About ten years ago I sold my AMT ON Duty, Colt King Cobra, Colt MKIV series 80 and a S&W 29 Hunter with unflutted cylinder. Thay don't make at least two of those now and are worth substantially more than I pain for them. Regret it everyday man. 0 -
If I were in your shoes, I'd trade it in/sell it. I have several guns now that I do not use anyomre, why not sell them and let someone else enjoy them? I would only go through a reputable gun dealer and as usual, keep the selling paperwork for your records. 0 -
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Most definetly KEEP THEM!
Of 6 I've sold and/or traded, I regret parting with five big time.0 -
Well, my mind was made up when I opened this thread, but there are very good points on both sides of the question.
Guns I will never sell are those which I bought face-to-face, with no FFL involvement.
But the point is well made that "If you don't shoot 'em and they're not necessarily collector's pieces, why not sell 'em?"
I still regret selling the ones I did, and cannot see selling any of the ones I have. But ya never know what the future brings, eh?0 -
Well, for right now, I don't NEED to sell them, so I guess I can just sit tight and see what time brings. 0 -
Smart!!!!!!! 0 -
sell em, put em in a closet.. whatever.. you will be able to get a lever action or bolt action for decades to come.. they are a dime a dozen. Get yourself a high capacity semi-auto, now that will be hard to get in a year or so..
example:
ar15
AK47
bushmaster ACR (massada)
ect..
get yourself a good battle rifle..
just my .020 -
Posted by Fatstrat:
quote:Guns are merely tools like anything else.
That's just sacrilege right there!0 -
quote:Originally posted by l3to
sell em, put em in a closet.. whatever.. you will be able to get a lever action or bolt action for decades to come.. they are a dime a dozen. Get yourself a high capacity semi-auto, now that will be hard to get in a year or so..
example:
ar15
AK47
bushmaster ACR (massada)
ect..
get yourself a good battle rifle..
just my .02
Well, that's my incentive. I really really REALLY want an M1A. Or two. Or three. And at least one AR. And at least one AK.
I mean, seriously, I really do worry about a "Katrina" or something similar in my home town, or an invasion from south of the border.
Or worst of all......
Another illegal invasion by.....THE NORTH!!! [:(!][:(!][:(!][:(!][:(!][:D]0 -
quote:Originally posted by stanman
Posted by Fatstrat:
quote:Guns are merely tools like anything else.
That's just sacrilege right there!
Indeed. If that were the case, we'd need a permit & background check to buy anything at Sears![8D]0 -
quote:Originally posted by callktulu
quote:Originally posted by l3to
sell em, put em in a closet.. whatever.. you will be able to get a lever action or bolt action for decades to come.. they are a dime a dozen. Get yourself a high capacity semi-auto, now that will be hard to get in a year or so..
example:
ar15
AK47
bushmaster ACR (massada)
ect..
get yourself a good battle rifle..
just my .02
Well, that's my incentive. I really really REALLY want an M1A. Or two. Or three. And at least one AR. And at least one AK.
I mean, seriously, I really do worry about a "Katrina" or something similar in my home town, or an invasion from south of the border.
Or worst of all......
Another illegal invasion by.....THE NORTH!!! [:(!][:(!][:(!][:(!][:(!][:D]
It's not paranoia if they really are out to get you. I would bet a dollar to a derringer that the AWB is getting reenacted, and this time it will be much worse. Buy one good battle rifle, spare parts, magazines and a s-h-i-t ton of ammo, I wouldn't even be worrying about multiple assault weapon purchases right now.
Definition of `s-h-i-t ton' : enough ammo to train AND defend yourself with.
p.s. they can say the S word on cartoons but not a gun forum? you fa-keen nazi's
p.p.s I see a secession like the civil again but not coming from the south.. [:0]0 -
Great. You just bumped my paranoia up another notch. Quick, someone loan me some dough so I can get my MIA!!!!
[:D][8D][:D]0 -
You'll be sorry for buying the M1A once you set it against the ar10. The AR platform is more accurate and has a TON more options. 0 -
Perhaps, but the M1A has very sentimental value to me. And besides, I think it's the most beautiful rifle I've ever set eyes on.
So, seriously, pony up that money folks, I don't have all day![8D]0 -
Sell the remington if you want a new toy. [:)] 0
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