Convincing the Wife... - Page 2

serf 'rett · August 9, 2011, 06:07 PM

Careful use of politics helped me aquire two full size pistols. It's the only good thing Prez O has done for me. Shortly afterward I got a concealed carry permit. One night, as I was cleaning after a range trip, my wife looked at my full size pistols and asked, "Aren't those too big to carry concealed?"

"Well, yes, they are a little large; I've been thinking I may need something smaller."

A small, slick 9mm was purchased within days.

I don't have a clue how I'm going to add the much desired 1911 to the herd. It going to be a challenge because I started reloading a few months ago.

Mercenary · August 9, 2011, 09:40 PM

Get a credit card from a reputable company that offers no interest for 12 months

OR

A lot of gun shops have layaway plans; usually 10-20% down and then 90 days same as cash.

Just some suggestions.

P.S. I think budsgunshop.com has a financing option.

Daryl · August 10, 2011, 03:49 PM

I don't think I can be much help here.

I recently had to argue it out to convince my wife to let me SELL a handgun to cover some expenses we've encountered.

Yes, I love my wife, and sometimes sacrifices must be made to make ends meet. Guns are replaceable, a good wife usually isn't.

Daryl

bikerbill · August 11, 2011, 08:16 AM

The secret word is "shoes." Often you can trade off by letting her get something she wants and then get your gun.

I don't have that problem; my wife and I take an allowance each month from our joint income and spend it however we want. If I want a new gun, I just save up my allowance until I have enough to get what I want. If you think your wife is going to dig in her heels, I'd start saving but put the discussion off for a while as you work on her feelings about firearms and spending money.

A caveat ... guns are addictive; I have a dozen or so handguns (a small collection for many here) and a list of others I want to buy ...

Good luck ...

shortwave · August 11, 2011, 10:22 AM

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The secret word is "shoes."

later wrote:

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If you think your wife is going to dig in her heels...

Solution would be to buy your wife shoes without heels.

egor20 · August 11, 2011, 10:32 AM

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The secret word is "shoes." Often you can trade off by letting her get something she wants and then get your gun.

I tend to reminder her how many boots she's bought.

Works every time.

postmaster · August 11, 2011, 03:58 PM

Tell the wife that guns increase in value, therefore you are protecting your savings!! IT is money in the bank!! Therefore it is an investment in your future.

markj · August 11, 2011, 04:08 PM

Buy one of them pink framed guns and tell her it reminded you of her and every time you hold it you think of her............

D-Ric902 · August 12, 2011, 08:57 AM

My wife and I made a deal when we got married.
The tax check is hers and the bonus check is mine.

In all actuality she does not mind me spending on guns, she trusts me not to put us in a bad financial situation and she says "At least your not spending it on drugs , boose or women"

At the same time, she carries the checkbooks and I'm gone a lot so I trust her not to put us in a bad situation either.
So far (10 years) we have never had a problem. But I do remember that after the last debate between McCain and Obama just before the election in '08 I looked at her and said "I am going to put us in debt at the gun shop" and she said "Maybe you should"
Gotta love that woman

August 9, 2011, 06:07 PM	#26
serf 'rett Senior Member Join Date: June 25, 2009 Location: Stuttgart, AR Posts: 1,569	Careful use of politics helped me aquire two full size pistols. It's the only good thing Prez O has done for me. Shortly afterward I got a concealed carry permit. One night, as I was cleaning after a range trip, my wife looked at my full size pistols and asked, "Aren't those too big to carry concealed?" "Well, yes, they are a little large; I've been thinking I may need something smaller." A small, slick 9mm was purchased within days. I don't have a clue how I'm going to add the much desired 1911 to the herd. It going to be a challenge because I started reloading a few months ago. __________________ A lack of planning on your part does not necessarily constitute an emergency on my part.

August 9, 2011, 09:40 PM	#27
Mercenary Senior Member Join Date: April 28, 2011 Location: NC Posts: 311	Get a credit card from a reputable company that offers no interest for 12 months OR A lot of gun shops have layaway plans; usually 10-20% down and then 90 days same as cash. Just some suggestions. P.S. I think budsgunshop.com has a financing option. __________________ "The strongest reason for the people to retain the right to keep and bear arms is, as a last resort, to protect themselves against tyranny in government." - Thomas Jefferson

August 11, 2011, 08:16 AM	#29
bikerbill Senior Member Join Date: September 19, 2007 Location: Lago Vista TX Posts: 2,425	The secret word is "shoes." Often you can trade off by letting her get something she wants and then get your gun. I don't have that problem; my wife and I take an allowance each month from our joint income and spend it however we want. If I want a new gun, I just save up my allowance until I have enough to get what I want. If you think your wife is going to dig in her heels, I'd start saving but put the discussion off for a while as you work on her feelings about firearms and spending money. A caveat ... guns are addictive; I have a dozen or so handguns (a small collection for many here) and a list of others I want to buy ... Good luck ... __________________ "The welfare of humanity is always the alibi of tyrants." Albert Camus

August 11, 2011, 03:58 PM	#32
postmaster Senior Member Join Date: July 23, 2011 Location: land between lakes Posts: 140	inflation!! saving, investment!! Tell the wife that guns increase in value, therefore you are protecting your savings!! IT is money in the bank!! Therefore it is an investment in your future.

August 12, 2011, 08:57 AM	#34
D-Ric902 Senior Member Join Date: May 29, 2004 Location: Northeastern Indiana Posts: 402	My wife and I made a deal when we got married. The tax check is hers and the bonus check is mine. In all actuality she does not mind me spending on guns, she trusts me not to put us in a bad financial situation and she says "At least your not spending it on drugs , boose or women" At the same time, she carries the checkbooks and I'm gone a lot so I trust her not to put us in a bad situation either. So far (10 years) we have never had a problem. But I do remember that after the last debate between McCain and Obama just before the election in '08 I looked at her and said "I am going to put us in debt at the gun shop" and she said "Maybe you should" Gotta love that woman __________________ mercysdad.com

August 10, 2011, 03:49 PM	#28
Daryl Senior Member Join Date: July 11, 2008 Posts: 2,350	I don't think I can be much help here. I recently had to argue it out to convince my wife to let me SELL a handgun to cover some expenses we've encountered. Yes, I love my wife, and sometimes sacrifices must be made to make ends meet. Guns are replaceable, a good wife usually isn't. Daryl

August 11, 2011, 04:08 PM	#33
markj Senior Member Join Date: October 27, 2005 Location: Crescent Iowa Posts: 2,971	Buy one of them pink framed guns and tell her it reminded you of her and every time you hold it you think of her............

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