This is a discussion on Am I giving it away? within the Defensive Carry Guns forums, part of the Defensive Carry Discussions category; So someone is interested in my Kimber crimson pro carry 2. I quoted an $800 price and this was acceptable to the potential buyer. I ...
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So someone is interested in my Kimber crimson pro carry 2. I quoted an $800 price and this was acceptable to the potential buyer. I tried to keep the economy in mind when pricing. The gun costed me $1,150.00 and the on aftermarket item on it is a set of Trijicon sights. Did I price too low?
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Yes.
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A quick scan on GunBroker for recently-sold examples (of the crimson carry pro) shows $775-1000 being the basic range for pre-owned, with only a couple examples in the neighborhood of $800. So, not unreasonable, but apparently on the low end of the "active" range. That price will likely help sell it sooner.
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Keep in mind when using gunbroker for a price reference not to look at what people list the guns for, but what they actually sell for.
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I tried to price with the economy in mind.
We should not forget that the spark which ignited the American Revolution was caused by the British attempt to confiscate the firearms of the colonists. -
Patrick Henry
I would not have listed it at that price. Add $50-100 for the Night Sight, to the price you paid and you have $1200.-1250. in the gun. By listing it at $800. you didn't give yourself any bargaining room. Asking $1000. would have been reasonable, and would have given you flexibility.
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It's worth what you get. If you feel it's worth more, hold out. If you're satified with the $800, then that's fine. It's not like it's a rare gun, just a more expensive one.
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Were I looking for such a set-up, I would regard yours as a bargain.
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At my price there will be no haggling. It's a take it or leave it price.
We should not forget that the spark which ignited the American Revolution was caused by the British attempt to confiscate the firearms of the colonists. -
Patrick Henry
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If you feel you got $350 of use on the Kimber then it's a fair price. If you priced it to sell fast you probably did the right thing. As suggested I would have started higher & bargained a bit. You could have maybe gotten an extra $100-$200 for it which still would have been a good deal for the buyer depending on the condition of the gun.
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Definitely looking for a quick sale. My wife's car needs tires in a bad way.
We should not forget that the spark which ignited the American Revolution was caused by the British attempt to confiscate the firearms of the colonists. -
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and in two years when those tires are worn out you will kick yourself bad.
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Well, then, $800 with lots of good photos and a rock-solid description of the condition, wear/use put on it (ie, round count, type of shooting done, what weather, cleaning regimen) will probably result in just that. A quick sale. Hopefully it'll move soon, for you. Good luck.Originally Posted by Kimberpackn
Your best weapon is your brain. Don't leave home without it.
Thoughts: Justifiable self defense.
Explain: How does disarming victims reduce the number of victims?
Reason over Force: The Gun is Civilization (Marko Kloos).
NRA, GOA, OFF, ACLDN.
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I'll only kick myself if Kimber stops making 1911"s. otherwise this one will be replaced.
We should not forget that the spark which ignited the American Revolution was caused by the British attempt to confiscate the firearms of the colonists. -
Patrick Henry
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I agree with the majority of posters here. You got a fair price for your used pistol. Take the money, use it for what you need to and don't look back.
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