The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Buying wall hangers. Worth it? Would you?

Doc Hoy · May 8, 2019, 05:00 PM

I am one who has bought several old pieces and knew I was paying more than they were worth, but didn't really care.

I knew I was never going to try to make any money on them, since I can count on my left thumb the number of firearms I have sold.

For me, the deal has as much to do with emotion as it has to do with anything else.

Obviously you have to know what you want and what it is worth in general terms. And HBW's approach is IMHO spot on. But if I went into that store and saw that rabbit ear, I'd have a tough time walking away at the prices HBW mentioned.

Wouldn't be interested in the trapdoor in that condition at nearly any price. But that is an emotional decision too. Already have two and need a third like a turtle needs seat belts.

Just my personal thoughts.

May 8, 2019, 05:00 PM	#17
Doc Hoy Senior Member Join Date: October 24, 2008 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 5,440	My two cents I am one who has bought several old pieces and knew I was paying more than they were worth, but didn't really care. I knew I was never going to try to make any money on them, since I can count on my left thumb the number of firearms I have sold. For me, the deal has as much to do with emotion as it has to do with anything else. Obviously you have to know what you want and what it is worth in general terms. And HBW's approach is IMHO spot on. But if I went into that store and saw that rabbit ear, I'd have a tough time walking away at the prices HBW mentioned. Wouldn't be interested in the trapdoor in that condition at nearly any price. But that is an emotional decision too. Already have two and need a third like a turtle needs seat belts. Just my personal thoughts. __________________ Seek truth. Relax. Take a breath.