Read main thread: At times I hate the gun trade
May 25th, 2009  
BritinAfrica
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Originally Posted by Bror Jace
Brit, you're not alone. It's not just the gun trade ... but nearly every commercial business that buys and sells used and new. I don't care if it's books, antique lamps, lawn and garden equipment ... or guns. There are always people who think their junk is priceless and others that have a rare gem but don't know it's worth.
I can well believe that.


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Originally Posted by Bror Jace
The whole point is not to take it personally and get aggravated. Life is too short.

If someone insists their items hold a higher value, simply smile then invite them to find some other buyer who agrees.
Oh I tried all of that, but after the umpteen millionth time my politeness went out of the window.

I was reading the local newspaper last week and noticed an advertisement, “For sale. Collectors item, mint condition Baby Browning 6.35 (25ACP) R5000 (about US$500).” lol I was sooo tempted to phone him.

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Originally Posted by Bror Jace
If none of that works, just shoot them.
Take my word for it, I've come close to that many times.

In the end, rather then try and argue with these people who think their junk is priceless, I point to a sign I put up. "Those who think they know guns, REALLY annoy those who do."

Usually they stop their crap and leave.
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