Convincing the Wife...

It's our money

Here's what worked for me.

Step one. Both of you should realize that there is no longe "his" money or "her" money: it's all our money.

Step two. Discuss purchases. Budgeting for hobbies is one method; setting aside money from weekly gedunk is another. But discuss it.

Step two A. Encourage her to learn how to shoot. She may not like it, which is fine: different people have different tastes. But at the least it will no longer be something strange and alien to her, and at best, you'll have your best shooting partner ever.

Blessings and hope it goes well.
 
So... Anyone who is married knows that if a guy says their wife doesnt have a say on how he spends his money, he is probably not married, or at least full of crap...
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Man you best not accuse someone of being full of crap. I have my account, wife has hers and we have a joint. We both contribute to the joint and what is left over in our separate accounts is ours to spend as we wish. It works.

I dont have to ask permission of anyone to buy anything. Niether does she.

I brought home a fine colt new agent she saw it looked it over and said she wants one.

Marry well or suffer your life away. Only advise I heeded.
 
Keep your money separate. Her money, your money and the family money.

That way you're not spending money for home repair or vacations etc. on guns.

Yes your wife still gets a say on what you do with your money, but it's easier to get your way.
 
I can understand you wanting something smaller in size than
the Beretta. However, I would never sell a gun to finance
another firearm.

Ever gun I have sold... I have regretted later.

I say patience and save up over time.
 
Here's a small selling point. Instead of going with a .380, why not look for a ccw in 9mm. There are many out there that are small and a few almost as small as some of the .380's.
ANYWAY...you could tell her you don't have to buy different ammo cause the same ammo fits both guns.
Also, if your having money issue's over a gun, you better price what ammo for the .380 costs compared to 9mm.

Have you explained the difference to her that most smaller guns fitting into the cc category don't usually make the best gun for HD. That guns are just like mechanical tools and designed for different uses.

:eek: I think I just talked myself into buying another gun.:D

Also, have you tried to get her to shoot your 92FS? As you know, their recoil is quite mild. She may just learn to enjoy shooting.
 
Careful use of politics helped me aquire two full size pistols. It's the only good thing Prez O has done for me. Shortly afterward I got a concealed carry permit. One night, as I was cleaning after a range trip, my wife looked at my full size pistols and asked, "Aren't those too big to carry concealed?"

"Well, yes, they are a little large; I've been thinking I may need something smaller." :D A small, slick 9mm was purchased within days.

I don't have a clue how I'm going to add the much desired 1911 to the herd. It going to be a challenge because I started reloading a few months ago.
 
Get a credit card from a reputable company that offers no interest for 12 months :D

OR

A lot of gun shops have layaway plans; usually 10-20% down and then 90 days same as cash.

Just some suggestions.

P.S. I think budsgunshop.com has a financing option.
 
I don't think I can be much help here.

I recently had to argue it out to convince my wife to let me SELL a handgun to cover some expenses we've encountered.

Yes, I love my wife, and sometimes sacrifices must be made to make ends meet. Guns are replaceable, a good wife usually isn't.

Daryl
 
The secret word is "shoes." Often you can trade off by letting her get something she wants and then get your gun.

I don't have that problem; my wife and I take an allowance each month from our joint income and spend it however we want. If I want a new gun, I just save up my allowance until I have enough to get what I want. If you think your wife is going to dig in her heels, I'd start saving but put the discussion off for a while as you work on her feelings about firearms and spending money.

A caveat ... guns are addictive; I have a dozen or so handguns (a small collection for many here) and a list of others I want to buy ...

Good luck ...
 
The secret word is "shoes." Often you can trade off by letting her get something she wants and then get your gun.
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I tend to reminder her how many boots she's bought. :eek:
Works every time.:)
 
inflation!! saving, investment!!

Tell the wife that guns increase in value, therefore you are protecting your savings!! IT is money in the bank!! Therefore it is an investment in your future.
 
Buy one of them pink framed guns and tell her it reminded you of her and every time you hold it you think of her............
 
My wife and I made a deal when we got married.
The tax check is hers and the bonus check is mine.

In all actuality she does not mind me spending on guns, she trusts me not to put us in a bad financial situation and she says "At least your not spending it on drugs , boose or women"

At the same time, she carries the checkbooks and I'm gone a lot so I trust her not to put us in a bad situation either.
So far (10 years) we have never had a problem. But I do remember that after the last debate between McCain and Obama just before the election in '08 I looked at her and said "I am going to put us in debt at the gun shop" and she said "Maybe you should"
Gotta love that woman
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