19352012: Back 40+ years ago there were times when I needed the money more than the firearm I sold - so theres one reason in connection with your inquiry.
For the last 30 years I feel blessed to be able to afford most all the "guns" I see and want!
Haven't sold a gun in many years now, that I wish I had back.
AND... I have cured myself of EVER selling a Rifle (centerfire or rimfire) that is real accurate. These can be rare to find nowadays and I greatly admire and seek out accurate Rifles!
I buy a Rifle I like and it shoots real well then it has found a permanent home nowadays!
Not so accurate, then it has a high percentage chance of getting "traded off"!
Long live the Second Amendment.
Hold into the wind
VarmintGuy