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How many of you have bought an item for sale in the 24HR Campfire classifieds just because it was too good of a deal to pass up? You didn't need it, have a use for it, already had one, or particularly wanted it but you just could not pass it up!
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Yep, I have several times.
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Yep, I have several times.
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Actually, I go the other way and refrain. Then, later, I kick myself for not jumping on a good deal.
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Yep, I have several times.
^^^^^ THIS ^^^^^ +1 - Yes, plenty of times. I may not need it (at least, right now), but chances are I know someone who can use it, so I offer it to them.
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It's called greed. It's a thing. Guilty as charged.
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Usually I read about all the good deals 1 min after the SPF has been put up.
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How often to you see an item listed, the OP stating he bought it on the Classifieds and hadn't used it.  DF
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I've never even been to the classified section. As to un-needed implements, I probably have around 15 arms and maybe 20 fishing rods that I could do without.
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Went on a 7mm bullet buying spree this week. Now I have more than I will ever use.
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It's called greed. It's a thing. Guilty as charged. Not always. I've bought a couple of things I didn't really need. But I knew the seller needed the money, and was in a tight spot. Been known to send a bit extra as well.
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It's called greed. It's a thing. Guilty as charged. Not always. I've bought a couple of things I didn't really need. But I knew the seller needed the money, and was in a tight spot. Been known to send a bit extra as well. You're a good man Barry, but the rest of us are just greedy.  
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I try to be a seller
Turns out I'm more of a buyer
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FB, I can be as greedy as the next guy.
If I see something I want, or need to sell something, I do it. It's just not an obsession.
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I rarely go to the classifieds. It's probably a good thing that I am not a regular because I am going broke saving money as it is. When I do go to the classifieds, I rarely see "can't pass it up" kind of deals. I often see used stuff selling for more than I can buy it for used. Case in point. The Meopta ad. I just bought a brand new Cabelas Meopta for $100 less than the exact used model is being sold for in our classifieds.
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I have, sometimes because it was a good deal, and sometimes because I find something I really want but it isn't made anymore.
Like this morning when I found and bought a Schrade 158OT "Guthook Skinner" from BB3 in the classifieds. Made in the USA, which would mean it was made at the Schrade plant on Route 209 in Ellenville NY, which I passed numerous times as a kid/young man heading upstate deer hunting/scouting over the years. Always wanted one, and suddenly the plant closed and whatever Schrade was making was not what it used to be. I know I'm old school, made in the USA really means something to me.
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don't know that I would call it greed,but I have bought several things from the classifieds,
I think of it as a win/win.
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I do it all the time with brass & bullets. It is part of my retirement plan I call my 401(G). Last item I purchased was 270 count Hornady .227 bullets for reloading .22 Savage Hi-Power. I have more rifle brass and bullets than I will ever use but once I am retired and have more time, I will only need money for gas & range fees. It's a good feeling knowing it is on the shelf whenever I want to get started. No buyers remorse here!
I shoot a weekly bowling pin match now and want to get involved in more activities like steel challenge. I recently did a quick inventory of bullets, brass, primers, & powder and concluded that I have enough 9mm supplies to shoot 50 rounds per week for the next 30 years.
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It’s happened. Often remind myself that have more chit than time as it is already, though. The thrill of the buy, i suppose; try to stay away from that. Plus the thrill of trying to keep a clear walkway thru my shop isn’t worth it!
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One of life's lessons usually learned the hard way is that a guy can go broke getting bargains. Years ago I quit buying stuff just because it was a helluva deal. I have, however, bought a few things just to keep someone else from getting it. 
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I have found some fantastic deals in the classifieds,i HAVE bought things i don t need at the time,but have used in my builds,etc.great deals on scopes too.everyone i ve dealt with has been top notch,honest and shipped fast.
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Ok..... I have a Kimber Montana. 280 AI for sale......... ![[Linked Image]](https://www.24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/gallery/80/full/57076.jpg)
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Curiosity gets me. I like to try different stuff and evaluate it. Not so bad when it's something I've been considering for a while and I find something I've been thinking about in the classifieds....it's the off the cuff, unplanned purchases that I need to avoid!
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...a guy can go broke getting bargains. I would love to have the money my wife has saved me at the mall...  I dare not let her know what I've saved here on the Classifieds... DF
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How many of you have bought an item for sale in the 24HR Campfire classifieds just because it was too good of a deal to pass up? You didn't need it, have a use for it, already had one, or particularly wanted it but you just could not pass it up!
RS Most of the above - firearms, scopes, knives, brass, etc. Have never really needed any of it, but always had a use for it, and some just because I wanted it...
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It's much, MUCH cheaper than professional therapy, and probably works far better for many.
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It's much, MUCH cheaper than professional therapy, and probably works far better for many.
See there, saving money. I love it... DF
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I have made over 2 million dollars buying stuff from classifieds. Its the worlds cheapest garage sale.
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Reason was I wanted a good deal on a 243, got one, shoots great!
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Pre safety marlins go fast , i almost got on the road at 4am for an 11 hour road trip to columbia SC earlier this week. Talking to the seller on the phone
It was hard making the decision while talking to the guy, had the money.... what stopped me was I had bought a glock 24 the day before.... don't know who got it , but they got a heck of a deal on that rifle. So I'm buying a turkey gun tomorrow insted.
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I've never even looked at the classifieds, and I've been a member here for 11 years? Read too many horror stories about deals gone bad, I suppose?
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I don't read classified unless I'm looking for something specific. The above posts should tell you something! 
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I've never even looked at the classifieds, and I've been a member here for 11 years? Read too many horror stories about deals gone bad, I suppose? Research the seller. Know where he posts on the forum. The classified cowboys will be like 90% classified for sale posters. These are the hondlers that will hang it in your ass if given half a chance. g
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I’ve purchased one scope. M8 compact custom shop.
The members that only post in the classifieds will never get my money.
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I've never even looked at the classifieds, and I've been a member here for 11 years? Read too many horror stories about deals gone bad, I suppose? Research the seller. Know where he posts on the forum. The classified cowboys will be like 90% classified for sale posters. These are the hondlers that will hang it in your ass if given half a chance. g I've never even looked at the classifieds, and I've been a member here for 11 years? Read too many horror stories about deals gone bad, I suppose? Research the seller. Know where he posts on the forum. The classified cowboys will be like 90% classified for sale posters. These are the hondlers that will hang it in your ass if given half a chance. g That thought has occurred to me. If I were ever to do business here, it would be with 'long-time' members.
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I've purchased plenty of scopes with the idea that sooner or later they'll have a home.
I've directed quite a few friends to stuff they were looking for,mostly guns and optics.
Nabbed a few knives made by Gene and Charlie rather than waiting my turn.
If you're into stuff they no longer make, like say New Haven M-70's, you have to find them where they are. The only way to do that is to look.
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I’ve purchased one scope. M8 compact custom shop.
The members that only post in the classifieds will never get my money. I don’t like to see a new poster starting out on the classifieds. They need to become known, then use that service. The classifieds are a privilege. I buy from those I recognize. DF
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I’ve purchased one scope. M8 compact custom shop.
The members that only post in the classifieds will never get my money. I don’t like to see a new poster starting out on the classifieds. They need to become known, then use that service. The classifieds are a privilege. I buy from those I recognize. DF Really? If it were a privilege Rick would make it such me thinks.
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I've bought a few guns, because I got a good deal on a scope and hated to see it sitting on the shelf all by itself....
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I’ve purchased one scope. M8 compact custom shop.
The members that only post in the classifieds will never get my money. I don’t like to see a new poster starting out on the classifieds. They need to become known, then use that service. The classifieds are a privilege. I buy from those I recognize. DF Really? If it were a privilege Rick would make it such me thinks. Well, to me it's a privilege. We all use this site, including the Classified for free, just have to look a some pop ups... Tolerate a few trolls... But we get lots of good info, meet some real Loonies, some who got it worse than us...  DF
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