gun prices and the election

[hlb14]

This is my first go around with guns and an election year. My question is when Romney is elected will gun prices stabilize or even drop?

[Lumber_Jack]

Prices, no....availability, yes.

I don't really see any gouging on the actual price of guns due to an election. If you go to a reputable gun store, or the classifieds here, you will find the same prices you did a couple years ago, and will stay the same regardless of the election. in 2008 there was a lot of scared people that thought Obama would pass gun regs, so they started buying all the ammo in sight. The ammo manufacturers knew this was just a momentary spike in sales, so they did not increase production, which led to a shortage on the shelves. once everyone calmed down and started buying normal amounts again the ammo became available again.

Now with things like AR parts that are really scarce right now, those things should become more available.

[dlm37015]

supply and demand

[atlas3025]

Even now, prices on guns and parts aren't really that high. Hell, you can buy or build an AR now for about $600. You just have to be willing to wait.

Ammo has gone up a bit, but I don't look for it to come down much. No matter who is elected, inflation is going to drive prices up. All that QE money has already been printed, regardless of the outcome in November..

[hlb14]

sounds good, bottom line I shouldn't wait to buy or sell

[Lumber_Jack]

sounds good, bottom line I shouldn't wait to buy or sell

Nope, if your looking to buy, just look around to get your basis. If your selling, ask what you want or it, the market will bear out weather it's too high or not.

[Hershmeister]

AK's have shot up recently

[vontar]

Prices, no....availability, yes.

I don't really see any gouging on the actual price of guns due to an election. If you go to a reputable gun store, or the classifieds here, you will find the same prices you did a couple years ago, and will stay the same regardless of the election. in 2008 there was a lot of scared people that thought Obama would pass gun regs, so they started buying all the ammo in sight. The ammo manufacturers knew this was just a momentary spike in sales, so they did not increase production, which led to a shortage on the shelves. once everyone calmed down and started buying normal amounts again the ammo became available again.

Yes there is more ammo but they price didn't go back down. Oak Ridge Walmart is normally low on .22 ammo, I can go in there some times and with about 50 bucks clean them out.

Truth be told, I think they have more at the store but just don't have it out on the shelves. One of these days I am going to buy up their .22 and go back later and check again.

Edited October 10, 2012 by vontar

[personDJ]

gun prises have gone down around me since the last election I just bought a new glock 26 for 60.00 less than before.

[runco]

I am still waiting on the gun market to stabilize from the election of 1992 (lol). Used gun prices appear to be more susceptible to price run up, but I suppose that is brought on by private individuals marketing spins. New gun prices appear to me to be stable, the general public is causing a run on certain select models, but I have not really seen any price jumps due to more demand less supply. I have seen inflation hit guns in some cases, but not price & demand pincipals. This is un-related, but a 50 year old co-worker of mine who just a few years ago, said he would never have a firearm inside his house, just to darn dangerous and just doesn't understand the gun mentality (he is a lefty), just last week asked me my opinion about a few firearms he is considering to purchase. When I asked why the change of mind, he was fearful that if O gets re-elected, guns will become more difficult. Might be a good investment, etc. so I know there is some stirring going on, but I know of no federal pending legislation, and as long has one of the houses stays dominate with republican members, there is no real fear.

Seriously, just research gun prices via both gun books, websites, etc. before plunging. Be well informed, and negotiate. My personal goal is to buy way south of the typical market price. I study all gun prices, just to keep informed. Now with internet phones, that study is old school. Just remember there is a significant difference between asking price and purchase price.

[mcurrier]

My question is when Romney is elected will gun prices stabilize or even drop?

No, but gas will drop, employment will rebound, the economy will rebound and the middle east will quiet down a bit.