Which Modern Sub $500 Handguns Will Depreciate The Least?

[arakboss]

Which modern handguns in the sub $500 range will have the lowest depreciation rates? I usually try to buy my new firearms well below MSRP and used firearms at the low end of going rates. But that still leaves room for values to hit their floor prices.

I have a bunch of plastic framed pistols so I am thinking I should start looking at adding more revolvers or metal framed pistols.


Edit For 1911s $200 to $250 seems to be the floor price range.

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[TTSX]

Going by the classifieds, Glocks depreciate 0% on the private market so I'll vote for hi point

 

[Greenbug]

Isn't this kinda like asking which is the clean end of a turd?

 

[Knobgoblin]

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[Andy54Hawken]

Depreciate in what way....?
Dollar value does not always carry over to usage value or worthiness.

An inexpensive firearm that you own and shoot well with , may become priceless depending on the situation.

If all you are looking at is dollar value...
Can't help you none there.
In my experience ....guns in general are a poor investment dollar wise.

Most gun guys are cheap...as in wanting something for nothing.
The gun market is fickle...
Most commonly seen firearms ....are just that...commonly seen..and therefore lots to chose from pricewise.
Rare , unique , collectible firearms...may get you some money , but it takes time and the right buyer.
Andy

 

[kmk1012]

Realistically a Highpoint because it doesn't have very far to fall from the beginning.

 

[nwslopoke]

History shows every gun can be priceless under the right conditions. The current market sees guns at a low value. One riot at any moment can see it turn around overnight.

I'm not excluded. I've been wrapped up in the early 2000s madness. Paid way too much for a pistol I didn't want but was happy to get.

 

[64MercurysRule]

Desirability is the foundation to a market price stable / investment . If items are rare and / or in great condition but lack desire then interest in item faulters . FWIW .

 

[arakboss]

Realistically a Highpoint because it doesn't have very far to fall from the beginning.

I am with you on this idea. I suspect there is an absolute floor for all semiautomatics that are operational. That floor might be around $50 given that this one hasn't sold yet. I tried to buy it but the seller couldn't justify trip to Tigard. I might try again and include a box of 9mm for his effort.

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[MTpockets]

I will be the enabler... there are 9 of these lil' plastic pocket pistols going for $319.36 after the discount code 36DD is applied.

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[Colt Carbine]

Isn't this kinda like asking which is the clean end of a turd?

You can't polish a turd but you can roll it in glitter

Sorry but the Plumber couldn't resist

 

[Colt Carbine]

Never mind.......

 

[MTpockets]

I'm not a plastic fantastic guy

Mostly metal...could even be a revolver, if you spin it on your finger.

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[RVTECH]

I still maintain the inability to (legally) sell FTF has, and will continue to affect not only depreciation rates, but overall gun values as well.

Prices stay up because of FFL fees, traveling distances, shipping etc.

On another forum I am a member of a lot of the members live in states where FTF sales are still legal and the prices some report paying for used guns is considerably lower on average than what I see here.

 

[Colt Carbine]

Mostly metal...could even be a revolver, if you spin it on your finger.
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That's a smoking deal, you're not helping my decision being I've got $$ burning a hole in my pocket.

 

[arakboss]

Just for fun..

I did a search in the handgun section with a limit of $500. Being I'm not a plastic fantastic guy, the only items that sparked my interest were 22lr revolvers and snub nose 38 special revolvers. However, there wasn't anything that spoke to me to pry my $$$ out of my hands.

Desirability will vary from person to person, being we all have different taste and depth of our pocket book.

You are limiting yourself down the road if you need to sell something by looking at the bottom end. Same thing can be said about the high end of the spectrum. There are more middle of the road people than there is on the low and high end.

I view firearms as a tool not as an investment. I'm not saying one can't purchase a great tool for an economical price because the Classified are full of them right now.

I mean no disrespect in the above and hope it's not taken that way.

I guess I view firearms (in excess) as a "want" and not items that are necessary or need to serve an important purpose. They could be compared to nicknacks. Some people just like buying them and having them around. Firearms are my nicknacks.

 

[HA556]

That's a smoking deal, you're not helping my decision being I've got $$ burning a hole in my pocket.

Yes but, the code is 36DD. She might be worth taking a look at!

 

[pizzamike]

Going by the classifieds, Glocks depreciate 0% on the private market so I'll vote for hi point

False. Add on a few "customizations" and you will increase the value ten fold. lol.

 

[Nosferatu]

Bows and slingshots are the wave of the future. Get in now before prices skyrocket.

 

[IndyPrepper]

Bows and slingshots are the wave of the future. Get in now before prices skyrocket.

When the rubble clears, guns will be a dime a dozen.

Ammo however...

Buy ammo..and coffee, chocolate, soap, wool socks..and maybe some TP