I've inherited guns

Edward's brother must of been my roommate...

Edward, nearly 30 years ago I traded a Remington 700 ADL w/Weaver scope and truly unique tiger-striped stock to my roommate for a Ruger Single Six and $200. Regreted it from the moment we shook on it. The Ruger is a nice pistol and I still have it, but I REALLY miss that rifle. And of course the $200 is LONG gone.

+1 more to all who're telling Marty55 to keep those guns! My $0.02 worth is to shoot 'em too. I don't have much use for a gun I can't or shouldn't shoot, but that is just me...
 
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i would keep the guns. still have my grandfathers genuine colt black powder revolver. 1850-1860 ? i was 6-7 years old when i first saw it it is a little rough but that doesnt matter to me. i am now pushing 75 and it will be handed down to my son. no i have never fired it just not into black powder but it looks like it would be safe to shoot.:cool:
 
Start shooting with the model 17, it will teach you trigger control and sight picture on the cheap. Then move up. Don't sell ANY, if/when you try to replace them they will cost twice as much and look half as good and still won't be dads guns. If you need cash sell your blood, it's self replacing.
 
I've only sold two guns in my life, and I am nearly 50...Those were ones I purchased myself, and 'thought' I no longer wanted...

I am kicking myself in the arse still...

I would never sell an inherited piece...

Do yourself a favor, and enjoy your collection however you see fit...
 
Take it from an old man of 65 that regrets every gun he's sold in his 50 some years of gun ownership, and shooting.
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Your advice on "never selling anything" isn't all that realistic and
doesn't take into account the individual situation. It might work
for you, but not someone else.

I'm also 65 and have no heirs or living relatives. I'm a lot closer to the
end than the beginning. What should I do with my guns besides sell
them? I'm thinking of putting them on consignment at a lgs.

I have accumulated :

Mfg Model Caliber Bbl Leng Action
Thompson Center N/A 7mm TCU 10" N/A
Thompson Center N/A 7mm Intl R 14" N/A
Thompson Center N/A .223 14" N/A
Thompson Center N/A .357 Magnum 10" N/A
Beretta PX4 Storm .40 S&W 4" Semi-Auto
Colt Detective Special .38 Special 2" Revolver
Colt Python .357 Magnum 8" Revolver
CZ CZ40P .40 S&W 4" Semi-Auto
Dan Wesson M15 .357 Magnum 6" Revolver
Dan Wesson M44VH8 .44 Magnum 8" Revolver
Glock G22 .40 S&W 4" Semi-Auto
Glock G22 .40 S&W 4" Semi-Auto
Pic Decatur .22 LR 2" Revolver
Ruger Blackhawk .357/9mm 4 5/8" Revolver
Ruger Blackhawk 50TH .357 Magnum 4 5/8" Revolver
Ruger GP100 .357 Magnum 6" Revolver
Ruger LCP .380 ACP 3" Semi-Auto
Ruger MKII .22 LR 10" Semi-Auto
Ruger Redhawk .44 Magnum 7 1/2" Revolver
Ruger Single Six .22 LR 6 1/2" Revolver
Sig Sauer P226 .357 Sig 4" Sem--Auto
SigSauer P238 .380 ACP 2 3/4" Semi-Auto
Smith&Wesson 41 .22 LR 5 1/2" Semi-Auto
Smith&Wesson 64 .38 Special 4" Revolver
Smith&Wesson 27-2 .357 Magnum 4" Revolver
Smith&Wesson 27-2 .357 Magnum 6" Revolver
Smith&Wesson 28-2 .357 Magnum 6" Revolver
Smith&Wesson 586-1 .357 Magnum 6" Revolver
Smith&Wesson 686-6 .357 Magnum 4" Revolver
Springfield Armory XD40 .40 S&W 4" Semi-Auto
Springfield Armory XD40SC .40 S&W 3" Semi-Auto
Springfield Armory XD45 .45 ACP 4" Semi-Auto
Stoeger 8045F Cougar .45 ACP 3.7" Semi-Auto
Thompson Center Contender N/A N/A Single Shot
H&R Handi .45/70 22" Single Shot
Henry H003TM .22WMR 20 1/2" Pump
Kimber M84 Longmaster .308 24" Bolt
Marlin 1894 .44 Magnum 20" Lever
Marlin 1894CSS .357 Magnum 18 1/2" Lever
Remington Nylon 66 .22 LR Semi-Auto
Ruger 99/44 Deerfield .44 Magnum 18" Semi-Auto
Ruger M77 30.06 22" Bolt
Ruger M77 7X57mm 22" Bolt
Ruger No. 1B .308 26" Single Shot
Ruger SR556 .223 16" Semi-Auto
Weatherby Vanguard .243 24" Bolt
Weatherby Vanguard 30.06 24" Bolt
Beretta AL390 12 Ga 30" Semi-Auto
H&R Single Shot 12 Ga 36" Single Shot
Winchester 1300 12 Ga 18" Pump
Winchester 1400 12 Ga 30" Semi-Auto
Winchester M37 20 Ga Single Shot
 
I'm thinking of putting them on consignment at a lgs.
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Why? Are you giving up on life at 65? It's understandable if you are in ill health, or a financial situation that requires the sale of your collection. Or if as it appears in your situation you are giving up the hobby.
My sig line reflects the fact that I am still very much involved in my shooting hobby, and regret many if not all trades and sales in the past. I do have a son to leave my collection to, especially as some in my collection belonged to my father, and grandfather!
 
My sig line reflects the fact that I am still very much involved in my shooting hobby, and regret many if not all trades and sales in the past
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See there's the difference between you and me! ;)

My sig line reflects that I'm a "has been"..... :D
 
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I thought I would tell you what I think. First I would keep all of the guns. I know when my Dad passes once my brother and me fairly divide the guns between ourselves I will NOT sell a single one. So in my opinion I would not sell them. I would keep them and shoot them even the NIB's. As far as a gun you want to start off with I would get a Glock 17 and a .22 conversion for it. That will probably run you anywhere from $650-750. But it would be well worth it because of the two calibers you would have. First a .22, ammo is dirt cheap for that $15 for 525 rounds of federal ammunition. Then a 9mm last time I checked at cabelas the brand I shoot was $11 a box(50 just incase you didnt know). Plus the 9mm can be used for home defense or a CCW if you use a shoulder holster or some other comfortable carry method. Just my 2 cents.
 
Nice collection.

You don't need a Glock. I own a couple. You have plenty of guns to start.

Join a club, get a range membership. Buy a few boxes of .22. I like Federal Bulk. Take a lesson or two. Hang out with some older guys, I'm 60, who have shot a lot and been around guns. Find a mentor or two. Go to their house and see how they care for their guns.

Shoot their guns. You might like semis a lot in 9mm, .45 or .40. You might like plastic frames. You might like .380s.

You have a great collection of revolvers. Your grandkids will enjoy them and like you teaching them to shoot.

Buy some .38. Shoot the .38s.

Buy some .45. shoot the .45

Learn to reload. Reload and shoot.

2-300 rounds per week, 1/2 .22 at least. You will find yourself shooting 3-500 rounds counting the .22 if you like shooting.
 
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