How the heck do you pay for your guns and ammo?

[breakingcontact]

Not a ticked off rant, just curious how others fund this firearms lifestyle of ours.

I make decent money. Have some bills. And that's about the end of the money each month.

I don't do credit cards, so if I want something, I have to save for it for a good long while. For instance, I'd really like an M1A, but I can't just plop down $2000 on it. I am very happy to have what I do have in terms of guns though.

I suppose it frustrates/confuses me to see guys spend thousands on guns, classes, competitions, far off and expensive hunts. I don't have a grudge against anyone for living a lifestyle I can't, just don't know how so many do it. That being said, I'm sure some look at me that way.

Perhaps it's just priorities? I pay to live in a nice part of town, others have big car payments because they want a big truck or sports car, while others spend $200 on a concert or sports ticket and others spend more money on firearms.

 

[Texan2]

I think most people get jobs that provide an income that supports their lifestyle. If it doesn't they better themselves through education and training to be able to land jobs that pay better. People figure out how to generate income streams.

This is America. Unlimited number of ways to make money.

 

[Charlie]

Heh, heh! Wait 'till you retire, then you'll have less money! I don't buy, sell, or trade much anymore. I'm gettin' closer to having what I think I want. I do some trading with my friends and shootin' partners occasionally. If I really want something, I do a little contract work to pick up the needed funds instead of taking it out of the account. And, of course, I don't buy $200 concert tickets!

 

[Ole Cowboy]

Not a ticked off rant, just curious how others fund this firearms lifestyle of ours.

I make decent money. Have some bills. And that's about the end of the money each month.

I don't do credit cards, so if I want something, I have to save for it for a good long while. For instance, I'd really like an M1A, but I can't just plop down $2000 on it. I am very happy to have what I do have in terms of guns though.

I suppose it frustrates/confuses me to see guys spend thousands on guns, classes, competitions, far off and expensive hunts. I don't have a grudge against anyone for living a lifestyle I can't, just don't know how so many do it. That being said, I'm sure some look at me that way.

Perhaps it's just priorities? I pay to live in a nice part of town, others have big car payments because they want a big truck or sports car, while others spend $200 on a concert or sports ticket and others spend more money on firearms.

You nailed it right there.

 

[Sugar Land]

It's all about budget.

 

[matefrio]

What you see here on the forums are the highlights of collections and experiences. Most purchases here were earned over time with great effort and that's why folks post them up.

The only secret is to be happy with what you have and look forward to what's to come.

 

[ShootingTheBull]

Happiness is not having what you want, it's wanting what you have.

 

[breakingcontact]

I think most people get jobs that provide an income that supports their lifestyle. If it doesn't they better themselves through education and training to be able to land jobs that pay better. People figure out how to generate income streams.

This is America. Unlimited number of ways to make money.

I recognize that. Again I suppose it's conflicting priorities. The more $ I make, the more I spend on other categories and my budget for firearms related stuff doesn't go up.

I am all about budgeting too. As much as living on a budget sucks its better than being buried in debt. I know it's right and good to be content in life too, not to covet things or have to constantly consume to be happy.

Slowly and steadily building a collection is a good way to make it less expensive too. I've been bad about buying and selling. But at the same time, that is how I've come to find out what I like and what works for me.

So, if a guy wants that sweet $2000 rifle, have to do that awful s word and...sacrifice!

 

[Pilgrim]

I set aside a small chunk each paycheck towards my gun and gear obsessions. I make pretty good money now and I was fortunate enough to make a nice chunk of change on the games I've worked on in the past. My buying has tapered off recently and I do a lot more trading now with friends and acquaintances rather than purchase new...

 

[dbgun]

It's all about budget.

+1.....If I can't fit into my budget, and I really want it, then I save or sell something of value to fund it. You'll figure it out, I'm sure.

 

[TxDad]

Dont feel bad. I dont buy many firearms/accessories. I have my priorities elsewhere. But as I pay off my bills I plan to increase my play toys. Just a matter of time and self discipline for me. lol

 

[TxDad]

Dont feel bad. I dont buy many firearms/accessories. I have my priorities elsewhere. But as I pay off my bills I plan to increase my play toys. Just a matter of time and self discipline for me. lol

I have been known to put stuff on layaway.

 

[Sugar Land]

I quit smoking. Have extra money. It's like a free gun every six months.

 

[dbgun]

I have been known to put stuff on layaway.

I liked layaway. I just don't see it offered anymore.

 

[ArmyZach]

I liked layaway. I just don't see it offered anymore.

All small shops/stores that I know of offer it. Usually 30% down with 90 days to pay it off.
No big stores (cabelas, academy, etc).


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[breakingcontact]

I'm not crying over it. I've got all of what I need and most of what I want.

Perhaps watching gun guys on YouTube has skewed my sense of reality.

 

[no2gates]

I just buy them when I can afford them.
Never bought more that a $750 gun.
Never bought more than $400 of ammo at once.

 

[breakingcontact]

All small shops/stores that I know of offer it. Usually 30% down with 90 days to pay it off.
No big stores (cabelas, academy, etc).


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I suppose that is the same as saving for it but it kind of locks you into the purchase more which is good/bad.

 

[Pilgrim]

I've only done a layaway twice and both times because I got lucky and came upon a rifle that was hard to find. I didn't want to risk losing it while I saved up to get the funds Otherwise, I just save up for it...

 

[vmax]

I have several part time endeavors including a Lawn and tree service
the money we get from those goes into special projects, vacations and guns and ammo supplies

if a good storm comes in and I get to cut and haul off trees on a weekend I can make several hundred dollars.


plus, it helps when your wife understands that your guns are good investments if bought right. its like a savings account