New vs Used

[Guest Nikator]

We all know how much to pay for a new gun. The Internet allows for fast access to the best going price, so negotiating with a shop or dealer at a show is easy because we / they all know what the going price is.

My question is how much of a discount is expected when buying a used gun? I find that many times the guns are up for sale for a very slight discount from the original price. Every gun is going to be different. I'm just looking to see what everyone else's thoughts are.

[Smith]

Depends on the gun and condition. The biggest discount is the lack of tax and TICS on the private sector. In a store it all depends on what the shop had to give for it and unlike the new guns that is not a fixed cost

[greenego]

I have gotten some good deals on auction sites. Problem with them is can't get carried away and bid too much.

[UncleJak]

I agree that the discount is usually small. Sometimes I have found some really good deals, one has to keep their eyes open for what they want. Last time I was looking for something, I checked internet sites daily until I found the gun and the price I wanted.

[peejman]

As stated, availability and condition drive the price. Don't expect something that's hard to find and like new to be discounted much. I agree, lack of tax and TICS can be significant.