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The shop I work in is a different set up than most. I am frequently alone, as the company favors small, 1-2 man operations for most of our locations. One plus is that lower traffic per store creates a very personal atmosphere. We often get to know our clients very well.

I've seen the sell it, buy another one dance done repeatedly-- most commonly with Glocks. Part of this is because of how common they are, but the way that people communicate about this habit leads me to believe that the form of Glocks lends them readily to the "firearms are tools" position. When a person has 5 handguns, one of which is a Glock, it seems to be safe money betting that the Glock is the sacrificial lamb when it's time to sell something to fund a new buy.

I know more than a few guys who have purchased 2-4 of the same model of Glock in this pattern.

Personally, I prioritize tools. Safe queens or range toys are not even in consideration until I get my needs covered.