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True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:06 am
by GunnyGene
Last year (2018) I bought a BBSC for about $700, then a scope for it ( another $120) and a butt cuff and sling (about $50 for both). That added up to approx $870. But that was just the beginning.
My wife and I have this agreement. When I buy a new gun, she gets to buy something of equivalent value at a later date. So yesterday, we went to Kay's where she picked out a diamond ring that covers her xmas gift and our 50th anniversary - $1495, but on sale for $888.
So I figure the true cost of my BBSC was $1,758, not counting ammo.
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:16 am
by CT_Shooter
All money well spent, including the diamond ring. Congratulations to both of you on your 50th anniversary.
GunnyGene wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:06 am
Last year (2018) I bought a BBSC for about $700, then a scope for it ( another $120) and a butt cuff and sling (about $50 for both). That added up to approx $870. But that was just the beginning.
My wife and I have this agreement. When I buy a new gun, she gets to buy something of equivalent value at a later date. So yesterday, we went to Kay's where she picked out a diamond ring that covers her xmas gift and our 50th anniversary - $1495, but on sale for $888.
So I figure the true cost of my BBSC was $1,758, not counting ammo.
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:23 am
by Vaquero
Sounds good Gunny.
Looks like my scoped 41 just increased in value.
Thanks Gunny, and Congrats on the Anniversary.
RP
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 10:36 am
by markiver54
Happy anniversary to both of you Gunny!
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 11:10 am
by BrokenolMarine
True cost? I bought my first Henry, then had to have another.
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 11:16 am
by TMB
Congratulations y'all on making 50 years.
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 11:28 am
by Mistered
I paid $649 for my BBB and the following day sold a Winchester for $750 I originally paid $349 for so factoring profit on the Winchester my Henry cost $248!
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 12:04 pm
by PT7
Congrats on your Anniversary, Gunny. That's really great to have those five decades together. Keep on keepin' on!
On the true cost topic. I used to run a spreadsheet which included every penny I spent while owning a Henry, e.g. my first and best one was the H006M BBB .357 magnum. Ammo, peep sights, ammo cans (since just starting into firearms), cleaning supplies, storage bag, range bag, Henry Orange rifle case and Henry ballcap (of course)....and the stuff purchased never ended. I don't think I'd like to go back and look at that cost sheet for that rifle, or the same data for all the other firearms I've had. There has got to be quite a few bucks spent over the years.
One cost hard for me to imagine is what my SIL has spent on ammo throughout his lifetime. Started as a youngster and has hunted for decades, combat service in the Marines, then been in LE work as his only profession. He is well into his second million rounds all ammo calibers shot! My little hand calculator might not have enough screen digits to see the total cost!
Interesting thread. Cost could go on and on and on just like the bunny. Thanks.
PT7
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 12:16 pm
by GunnyGene
PT7 wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 12:04 pm
Congrats on your Anniversary, Gunny. That's really great to have those five decades together. Keep on keepin' on!
On the true cost topic. I used to run a spreadsheet which included every penny I spent while owning a Henry, e.g. my first and best one was the H006M BBB .357 magnum. Ammo, peep sights, ammo cans (since just starting into firearms), cleaning supplies, storage bag, range bag, Henry Orange rifle case and Henry ballcap (of course)....and the stuff purchased never ended. I don't think I'd like to go back and look at that cost sheet for that rifle, or the same data for all the other firearms I've had. There has got to be quite a few bucks spent over the years.
One cost hard for me to imagine is what my SIL has spent on ammo throughout his lifetime. Started as a youngster and has hunted for decades, combat service in the Marines, then been in LE work as his only profession. He is well into his second million rounds all ammo calibers shot! My little hand calculator might not have enough screen digits to see the total cost!
Interesting thread. Cost could go on and on and on just like the bunny. Thanks.
PT7
Yep. Most stuff has some kind of "cost of ownership" - houses, cars, etc. , and/or a "replacement/repair cost" when something quits, breaks, or just disappears into some other dimension.
Didn't want to get into all that with this thread tho.
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 12:28 pm
by GunnyGene
To everyone who offered condolences on 50 years of marriage to the same woman: It hasn't always been easy. it takes a lot of work, and a lot of love and understanding by both.
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 12:41 pm
by BrokenolMarine
Yup, benefits far outweigh the costs in both. Henry ownership AND marriage.
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 12:49 pm
by Shakey Jake
I have a friend that each time he bought a new rifle his wife would go out and buy a new set of china. They eventually separated but never got divorced.
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 2:37 pm
by BigAl52
Congratulations on 50 years and maybe thats what Im going wrong. Cause I got the Henry and she got a new fifth wheel
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:55 pm
by Mags
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My end cost for the .30-30 was about $1500. Rifle, scope+rings+mount, gun case, sling. Not including the KitcheAid 7Qt mixer.
GunnyGene wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:06 am
Last year (2018) I bought a BBSC for about $700, then a scope for it ( another $120) and a butt cuff and sling (about $50 for both). That added up to approx $870. But that was just the beginning.
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Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 10:03 pm
by GunnyGene
Mags wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:55 pm
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My end cost for the .30-30 was about $1500. Rifle, scope+rings+mount, gun case, sling. Not including the KitcheAid 7Qt mixer.
GunnyGene wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:06 am
Last year (2018) I bought a BBSC for about $700, then a scope for it ( another $120) and a butt cuff and sling (about $50 for both). That added up to approx $870. But that was just the beginning.
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I've seen chain saws mounted on rifles, but I've never seen a mixer on a rifle. Is that even legal?
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Wed Dec 25, 2019 10:10 pm
by Mags
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GunnyGene wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 10:03 pm
Mags wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:55 pm
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My end cost for the .30-30 was about $1500. Rifle, scope+rings+mount, gun case, sling. Not including the KitcheAid 7Qt mixer.
GunnyGene wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:06 am
Last year (2018) I bought a BBSC for about $700, then a scope for it ( another $120) and a butt cuff and sling (about $50 for both). That added up to approx $870. But that was just the beginning.
...
I've seen chain saws mounted on rifles, but I've never seen a mixer on a rifle. Is that even legal?
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Thu Dec 26, 2019 7:46 am
by TMB
Mags wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:55 pm
My end cost for the .30-30 was about $1500. Rifle, scope+rings+mount, gun case, sling. Not including the KitcheAid 7Qt mixer.
I'm thinking you got a great deal there. Anyone who uses a mixer like that is probably a great cook so you'll enjoy good food not to mention the attachments you can get to process wild game.
Congrats again to you Gunny for finding a wife that would tolerate you for 50!!
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Thu Dec 26, 2019 8:27 am
by GunnyGene
TMB wrote: ↑Thu Dec 26, 2019 7:46 am
Mags wrote: ↑Wed Dec 25, 2019 9:55 pm
My end cost for the .30-30 was about $1500. Rifle, scope+rings+mount, gun case, sling. Not including the KitcheAid 7Qt mixer.
I'm thinking you got a great deal there. Anyone who uses a mixer like that is probably a great cook so you'll enjoy good food not to mention the attachments you can get to process wild game.
Congrats again to you Gunny for finding a wife that would tolerate you for 50!!
I knew she was a keeper when she insisted on walking a Shore Patrol beat with me and a partner in late '69 downtown Memphis until around 0200. Me in my greens with a chest full of ribbons and a billy, her in a short skirt and heels for about 6 hrs.
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Thu Dec 26, 2019 8:52 am
by JEBar
GunnyGene wrote: ↑Thu Dec 26, 2019 8:27 am
I knew she was a keeper when she insisted on walking a Shore Patrol beat with me and a partner in late '69 downtown Memphis until around 0200. Me in my greens with a chest full of ribbons and a billy, her in a short skirt and
heels for about 6 hrs.
that should more than qualify her for a Purple Heart ..
Re: True cost of a Henry rifle
Posted: Fri Dec 27, 2019 4:15 pm
by GFK
50 years. Wow! Good for you. A rifle and a ring. Now, that is bling with a bang. Congratulations!