What was your "good deal" of 2014? - Page 3

deerslayer303 · January 17, 2015, 12:55 AM

I traded a brand new black Sccy CPX2 for this,

BIG P · January 17, 2015, 01:07 AM

Trader a water heater I had 120.00 bucks for a Mod.28 4'' smith.Smile NOPE. I laughed.

R. Walter · February 3, 2015, 03:56 PM

I do know about the deal my two sons got free... from me! One (Captain USAF) got a Colt Commander Series 70 45ACP and the other (LCDR USN) got an HK 45c. Who did better I have to ask?

CWKahrFan · February 3, 2015, 05:11 PM

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Traded a water heater I had 120.00 bucks for a Mod.28 4'' smith.Smile NOPE. I laughed

Me too... good deal!

RickB · February 3, 2015, 05:36 PM

I was presented with a Springfield Range Officer, as a sort of "lifetime achievement award" by my IDPA club.
I'd whiffed in twelve years of trying to win a gun off the prize table at our annual sanctioned match, so the guys took pity on me and gave me one.

Boncrayon · February 3, 2015, 06:18 PM

A friend who was cutting back on his collection as he was getting older...like me. He was referred to me by another close friend. He brought four such firearms is pristine condition. I had interest in three that I didn't have. I had a budget I was willing to spend. When I made him an offer, on a high-power 45-70 rifle, a .44 Special revolver and a Spanish 9mm semi-auto, he said, "$1 each if you make a donation to a non-profit of your choice." I was taken back with in what he had said, but knew his intent and interest in helping others as a retired physician. I made a hefty donation to my favorite, local non-profit agency. This doesn't happen often!

PzGren · February 5, 2015, 12:18 AM

My best deal in 2014 was a Korth rimfire revolver that I bought for $450 in a package deal. It was in rough shape with some light surface rust that cleaned up well.

HKFan9 · February 5, 2015, 12:42 PM

I ended up picking up a LNIB S&W M&P Pro CORE 5'' .40cal with 6 magazines, a Leupold Deltapoint, a cheap NcStar Light/Laser combo, 100 rounds of Federal Hydra Shoks, and $350 rounds of FMJ ammo... from a used gun board... all for the whopping price of $400.

old bear · February 5, 2015, 03:09 PM

After five or so years of looking I finally found a 98% condition 3 1/2" M 27-2. I paid a lot for it, but before I even started the transfer paper work I was offered 25% more than I paid for it. I was tempted to sell it, but I've still got it.

Now the problem is, it's to heave to carry much and almost to nice to shoot, so it sits in the locker, most days. Oh-well.

highpower3006 · February 5, 2015, 08:38 PM

I got what I consider to be four decent deals:

#1 is this NIB 19-2 with matching box and paperwork. The SAT and cleaning tools were still in the unopened packaging. $650 OTD through a LGS.

#2 was this 27-2 LNIB with the presentation case, but missing the papers. Bought from the same shop as the M19, I walked it out the door for $725.

#3 was a total impulse buy. When I was buying the M27, I spotted this 15-3 in mint condition. I just had to bring it home too at $400 OTD.

#4 is by far and away the rarest gun I own. I bought this off of a Armslist add that I responded to. It is a Model 1899 Target Model .38 Handejector. Probably one of much less than a hundred (maybe as few as twenty five), surviving first model targets. I got it with a box of ammo for $250 in a face to face deal. Serial number places it as having been manufactured around 1901

1MoreFord · February 5, 2015, 10:12 PM

My deal of the year was a CharGriller Akorn Kamado cooker for $175.

Oh wait you mean a gun deal don't ya? That would be getting a set of Navidrex Micarta grips for my Hi-Power. They've been out of stock at Brownells for a long time. Best feeling grips I've handled on a Hi-Power.

Kosh75287 · February 7, 2015, 11:54 AM

My Canik (Imported by TriStar) M55 9x19mm pistol. $355.88 out the door, and I've been trying to wear it out, ever since. It feeds and fires every type of factory ammo I've run through it. It won't QUITE feed an empty case from the magazine, but it's getting there. It's basically a clone of a Cz-75B compact, and shoots as well as some of the Czs shoot.

Whirlwind06 · February 7, 2015, 03:30 PM

I picked up 2 nice deals last year.

S&W 19

Taurus 455 tracker 45 acp

edfrompa · February 8, 2015, 10:55 AM

I bought a Smith and Wesson like new model 66-1
$400.00

87samurai · February 9, 2015, 04:55 PM

Dan Wesson 715VH 6" for $350 OTD- not great but had been looking for one for 30yrs.

osbornk · February 9, 2015, 09:13 PM

I didn't have any deals of any kind in 2014. However, this year, I paid $289.99 for a new S & W SD9VE that has a MSRP of $389.I also traded my Hi-Point C9 that was like new for a very nice Taurus 84 target grade 38 special revolver (since I didn't need another 9mm semi-auto).

afone1 · February 9, 2015, 10:24 PM

Just bought a brand new SD9VE for $299 at Academy today. Can't wait to try it out. They even had plenty of ammo in stock.

Spooler41 · February 9, 2015, 10:51 PM

Early last November I scored two Ruger 10/22's and a Ruger Mk II 22/45
plus 1800 rounds of .22lr , the whole package ,$ 300.00 OtD.
All three pieces are in great shape and all work flawlessly, WOO HOO!

...................... JACK

osbornk · February 10, 2015, 02:34 PM

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Just bought a brand new SD9VE for $299 at Academy today. Can't wait to try it out. They even had plenty of ammo in stock.

You will love it.

You go a deal almost as good as mine and better than most.

Grant D · February 10, 2015, 02:53 PM

I picked up a four inch, nickel plated, S&W Model 19-5 at a gun show for $500.00 not the best deal I've had, but I didn't buy that many last year.

The best so far this year is a three and a half inch Model 27-2 I got for $550.00

Sevens · February 10, 2015, 03:54 PM

Speaking simply in money/value, this was probably not my absolute "best" deal of the year, but it made me very happy. I came in to a six-inch Smith & Wesson Model 66-2 in somewhat "rough" condition for $300 out the door.

A gun in this condition is the sort of thing I enjoy chasing down because it adds a utility piece to my cache that can be treated a little more "loosely" than I might handle some of my prized handguns.

It was also fun for me to actually spend the time finding all the "faults" in it and YET, still be able to see that it was absolutely and without any doubt worth buying, owning and having.

--missing original wood stocks (had a Pachmayr grip)
--trigger stop had been removed
--side plate screws all slightly hacked up
--scratches from handling, no big dents or gouges
--actual pitting on two spots on the cylinder (on a stainless gun!)
--springy hammer mounted firing pin not springy

Lock-up was perfect. Ejector rod was perfectly straight as an arrow. Timing is exquisite (and I am a genuine timing snob.) Double action trigger is smooth and exactly what I expect from a 1980s-era double action Smith & Wesson. (dates to July 1987 production)

I have over 800 rounds through this one since I picked it up and it will punch one-hole six shot groups on paper when I do my part. It handles full-boat .357 Magnum but I don't enjoy much magnum from a K-frame. I much prefer a wide array of .38 Special from popgun to the bitter edge of "acceptable" .38 Special and this revolver eats them by the boatload.

No clue what kind of life this revolver had before me, but I am sure that it is now living out it's dream.

BigBull 301 · February 10, 2015, 10:24 PM

I picked up a Colt Anaconda with box, sleeve and hang tags for a fraction of the actual current value...with holster, gun rug, speed loader and brass and ammo.

chris in va · February 12, 2015, 01:50 PM

I managed to get in on the Bud's CX4 carbine discount, $619 cash for the 92fs version. The local stores were pricing them at $800 so I was thrilled.

chris in va · February 12, 2015, 01:54 PM

I managed to get in on the Bud's CX4 carbine discount, $619 cash for the 92fs version. The local stores were pricing them at $800 so I was thrilled.

Edit: I know its the handgun section, but still a deal. It's basically a big handgun.

February 3, 2015, 03:56 PM	#53
R. Walter Member Join Date: February 12, 2005 Location: Catron County, NM Posts: 24	Don't know about a deal I got, but... I do know about the deal my two sons got free... from me! One (Captain USAF) got a Colt Commander Series 70 45ACP and the other (LCDR USN) got an HK 45c. Who did better I have to ask?

February 3, 2015, 06:18 PM	#56
Boncrayon Senior Member Join Date: March 24, 2008 Posts: 920	What was your "good deal" of 2014? A friend who was cutting back on his collection as he was getting older...like me. He was referred to me by another close friend. He brought four such firearms is pristine condition. I had interest in three that I didn't have. I had a budget I was willing to spend. When I made him an offer, on a high-power 45-70 rifle, a .44 Special revolver and a Spanish 9mm semi-auto, he said, "$1 each if you make a donation to a non-profit of your choice." I was taken back with in what he had said, but knew his intent and interest in helping others as a retired physician. I made a hefty donation to my favorite, local non-profit agency. This doesn't happen often!

February 7, 2015, 11:54 AM	#62
Kosh75287 Senior Member Join Date: October 15, 2007 Posts: 820	Probably not what y'all meant, but... My Canik (Imported by TriStar) M55 9x19mm pistol. $355.88 out the door, and I've been trying to wear it out, ever since. It feeds and fires every type of factory ammo I've run through it. It won't QUITE feed an empty case from the magazine, but it's getting there. It's basically a clone of a Cz-75B compact, and shoots as well as some of the Czs shoot. __________________ GOD BLESS JEFF COOPER, whose instructions, consultations, and publications have probably saved more lives than can ever be reliably calculated. DVC, sir. انجلو. المسلحة. جاهزة. Carpe SCOTCH!

February 10, 2015, 03:54 PM	#71
Sevens Senior Member Join Date: July 28, 2007 Location: Ohio Posts: 11,756	Speaking simply in money/value, this was probably not my absolute "best" deal of the year, but it made me very happy. I came in to a six-inch Smith & Wesson Model 66-2 in somewhat "rough" condition for $300 out the door. A gun in this condition is the sort of thing I enjoy chasing down because it adds a utility piece to my cache that can be treated a little more "loosely" than I might handle some of my prized handguns. It was also fun for me to actually spend the time finding all the "faults" in it and YET, still be able to see that it was absolutely and without any doubt worth buying, owning and having. --missing original wood stocks (had a Pachmayr grip) --trigger stop had been removed --side plate screws all slightly hacked up --scratches from handling, no big dents or gouges --actual pitting on two spots on the cylinder (on a stainless gun!) --springy hammer mounted firing pin not springy Lock-up was perfect. Ejector rod was perfectly straight as an arrow. Timing is exquisite (and I am a genuine timing snob.) Double action trigger is smooth and exactly what I expect from a 1980s-era double action Smith & Wesson. (dates to July 1987 production) I have over 800 rounds through this one since I picked it up and it will punch one-hole six shot groups on paper when I do my part. It handles full-boat .357 Magnum but I don't enjoy much magnum from a K-frame. I much prefer a wide array of .38 Special from popgun to the bitter edge of "acceptable" .38 Special and this revolver eats them by the boatload. No clue what kind of life this revolver had before me, but I am sure that it is now living out it's dream. __________________ *Attention Brass rats and other reloaders:* I really need .327 Federal Magnum brass, no lot size too small. Tell me what caliber you need and I'll see what I have to swap. PM me and we'll discuss.

January 17, 2015, 12:55 AM	#51
deerslayer303 Senior Member Join Date: January 10, 2011 Location: Leesville SC Posts: 2,654	I traded a brand new black Sccy CPX2 for this,

January 17, 2015, 01:07 AM	#52
BIG P Senior Member Join Date: July 8, 2010 Location: North Georgia Posts: 1,679	Trader a water heater I had 120.00 bucks for a Mod.28 4'' smith.Smile NOPE. I laughed.

February 3, 2015, 05:36 PM	#55
RickB Senior Member Join Date: March 1, 2000 Location: Boise, ID Posts: 8,518	I was presented with a Springfield Range Officer, as a sort of "lifetime achievement award" by my IDPA club. I'd whiffed in twelve years of trying to win a gun off the prize table at our annual sanctioned match, so the guys took pity on me and gave me one.

February 5, 2015, 12:18 AM	#57
PzGren Senior Member Join Date: August 14, 2001 Posts: 1,260	My best deal in 2014 was a Korth rimfire revolver that I bought for $450 in a package deal. It was in rough shape with some light surface rust that cleaned up well.

February 5, 2015, 12:42 PM	#58
HKFan9 Senior Member Join Date: May 3, 2008 Posts: 3,057	I ended up picking up a LNIB S&W M&P Pro CORE 5'' .40cal with 6 magazines, a Leupold Deltapoint, a cheap NcStar Light/Laser combo, 100 rounds of Federal Hydra Shoks, and $350 rounds of FMJ ammo... from a used gun board... all for the whopping price of $400.

February 5, 2015, 03:09 PM	#59
old bear Senior Member Join Date: November 3, 2009 Location: Not close enough to the beach Posts: 1,477	After five or so years of looking I finally found a 98% condition 3 1/2" M 27-2. I paid a lot for it, but before I even started the transfer paper work I was offered 25% more than I paid for it. I was tempted to sell it, but I've still got it. Now the problem is, it's to heave to carry much and almost to nice to shoot, so it sits in the locker, most days. Oh-well.

February 5, 2015, 08:38 PM	#60
highpower3006 Senior Member Join Date: July 30, 2011 Location: Savannah TN Posts: 1,220	I got what I consider to be four decent deals: #1 is this NIB 19-2 with matching box and paperwork. The SAT and cleaning tools were still in the unopened packaging. $650 OTD through a LGS. #2 was this 27-2 LNIB with the presentation case, but missing the papers. Bought from the same shop as the M19, I walked it out the door for $725. #3 was a total impulse buy. When I was buying the M27, I spotted this 15-3 in mint condition. I just had to bring it home too at $400 OTD. #4 is by far and away the rarest gun I own. I bought this off of a Armslist add that I responded to. It is a Model 1899 Target Model .38 Handejector. Probably one of much less than a hundred (maybe as few as twenty five), surviving first model targets. I got it with a box of ammo for $250 in a face to face deal. Serial number places it as having been manufactured around 1901

February 5, 2015, 10:12 PM	#61
1MoreFord Senior Member Join Date: July 30, 2014 Location: Arkansas Posts: 244	My deal of the year was a CharGriller Akorn Kamado cooker for $175. Oh wait you mean a gun deal don't ya? That would be getting a set of Navidrex Micarta grips for my Hi-Power. They've been out of stock at Brownells for a long time. Best feeling grips I've handled on a Hi-Power.

February 7, 2015, 03:30 PM	#63
Whirlwind06 Senior Member Join Date: March 3, 2006 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 998	I picked up 2 nice deals last year. S&W 19 Taurus 455 tracker 45 acp

February 8, 2015, 10:55 AM	#64
edfrompa Senior Member Join Date: March 21, 1999 Posts: 335	I bought a Smith and Wesson like new model 66-1 $400.00

February 9, 2015, 04:55 PM	#65
87samurai Member Join Date: April 15, 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 97	Dan Wesson 715VH 6" for $350 OTD- not great but had been looking for one for 30yrs.

February 9, 2015, 09:13 PM	#66
osbornk Senior Member Join Date: August 11, 2012 Location: Mountains of Appalachia Posts: 1,598	I didn't have any deals of any kind in 2014. However, this year, I paid $289.99 for a new S & W SD9VE that has a MSRP of $389.I also traded my Hi-Point C9 that was like new for a very nice Taurus 84 target grade 38 special revolver (since I didn't need another 9mm semi-auto).

February 9, 2015, 10:24 PM	#67
afone1 Senior Member Join Date: February 26, 2011 Posts: 120	Just bought a brand new SD9VE for $299 at Academy today. Can't wait to try it out. They even had plenty of ammo in stock.

February 9, 2015, 10:51 PM	#68
Spooler41 Member Join Date: June 12, 2014 Location: Port Angeles ,Washington Posts: 34	Early last November I scored two Ruger 10/22's and a Ruger Mk II 22/45 plus 1800 rounds of .22lr , the whole package ,$ 300.00 OtD. All three pieces are in great shape and all work flawlessly, WOO HOO! ...................... JACK

February 10, 2015, 02:53 PM	#70
Grant D Senior Member Join Date: August 14, 2011 Location: Brazos County, Texas Posts: 1,038	I picked up a four inch, nickel plated, S&W Model 19-5 at a gun show for $500.00 not the best deal I've had, but I didn't buy that many last year. The best so far this year is a three and a half inch Model 27-2 I got for $550.00

February 10, 2015, 10:24 PM	#72
BigBull 301 Junior Member Join Date: March 1, 2009 Location: OryGUN Posts: 12	I picked up a Colt Anaconda with box, sleeve and hang tags for a fraction of the actual current value...with holster, gun rug, speed loader and brass and ammo.

February 12, 2015, 01:50 PM	#73
chris in va Senior Member Join Date: December 26, 2004 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 13,806	I managed to get in on the Bud's CX4 carbine discount, $619 cash for the 92fs version. The local stores were pricing them at $800 so I was thrilled.

February 12, 2015, 01:54 PM	#74
chris in va Senior Member Join Date: December 26, 2004 Location: Louisville KY Posts: 13,806	I managed to get in on the Bud's CX4 carbine discount, $619 cash for the 92fs version. The local stores were pricing them at $800 so I was thrilled. Edit: I know its the handgun section, but still a deal. It's basically a big handgun.