Firm prices in marketplace

[bvd1]

I have sold a few guns and accessories in the marketplace with the price noted as firm and no trades. I can't believe the amount of people offering a lower, sometimes much lower price. Also many want to trade. I was replying to these people but have stopped because of the amount of replies I receive. I don't want to ignore the replies but there are just so many. Some even tell me why it is worth less. If you don't like the price, don't reply when the price says firm.

[yeager484]

I have sold a few guns and accessories in the marketplace with the price noted as firm and no trades. I can't believe the amount of people offering a lower, sometimes much lower price. Also many want to trade. I was replying to these people but have stopped because of the amount of replies I receive. I don't want to ignore the replies but there are just so many. Some even tell me why it is worth less. If you don't like the price, don't reply when the price says firm.

What's wrong with ignoring a reply of an offer you have already said wouldn't be accepted?

Personally whether it says firm or not, I'm one to offer what I think is fair. I expect no reply, but some people overcharge by so much that 12 weeks later they're still trying to peddle the same item.

I know, capitalism. It's cool for anyone to charge anything they want. In the same regard I feel it's cool to offer anything you want.


It's funny, people complain about price gouging and when people offer lower amounts.


Starting to wonder if capitalism isn't for everybody.

[Grizz2720]

I will offer what I think is a fair price. If you don't like it that's fine I will find some one that will deal.

[MartinBrody]

I see the use of the word "firm" as a negotiating tactic.

ETA: I just saw your ad for the mini, seriously what is the lowest you will go?

[Emptymag]

"FIRM" is an awesome way to eliminate potential buyers.

It rates right up there with "Send Email for photos", or "Will not ship", or "If this doesn't sell by tomorrow, it's going up on GunBroker!"

If the goal is to SELL an item, the methods to do so should ENTICE potential buyers, NOT push them away.

Everyone wants to feel like they got a "deal" when it comes to buying a firearm - even if the DON'T get a deal. Getting a $500 gun for $475 is often enough to make the buyer feel much better about the transaction. If you want $500, list it for more and give yourself that wiggle room for negotiation.
Or just list your price as "firm" and deal with offers lower than your asking price anyway. LOL

[RXM]

"FIRM" is an awesome way to eliminate potential buyers.

It rates right up there with "Send Email for photos", or "Will not ship", or "If this doesn't sell by tomorrow, it's going up on GunBroker!"

If the goal is to SELL an item, the methods to do so should ENTICE potential buyers, NOT push them away.

Everyone wants to feel like they got a "deal" when it comes to buying a firearm - even if the DON'T get a deal. Getting a $500 gun for $475 is often enough to make the buyer feel much better about the transaction. If you want $500, list it for more and give yourself that wiggle room for negotiation.
Or just list your price as "firm" and deal with offers lower than your asking price anyway. LOL

You would think the sellers would get a hint when they've bumped their own thread to page 2.

[brsims]

I think it depends upon personal attitude towards sales. For me, I don't haggle. The price I offer is the only price I will accept. I have arrived at that price after much consideration, and that is what the product I am selling is worth to me. If you do not agree with my price, please feel free to move along to the next offer.

I use the term "firm" to express this attitude. This means I am not interested in any low-ball offers on whatever I am selling.

[cmr076]

The worst is when you make a deal with somebody and the show up with less money. I posted a bulk amount of ammo on arms list a week ago, a guy emailed me and we agreed on a price, I took an exceptionally long lunch from work to meet him just to find out his ATM "only let him take out $250 not $300" pisses me off more than anything.

[nfafan]

You would think the sellers would get a hint when they've bumped their own thread to page 2.

I think my ad is up to page 3 or 4... and I try to be polite to anyone who inquires.

[Emptymag]

I think my ad is up to page 3 or 4... and I try to be polite to anyone who inquires.

Well if you would have sold it to me instead of holding out for a trade as advertised...