Is the Kimber 1911 for sale at the gun shop right now a reasonable price? You would think so. The only problem is that in my opinion the current Kimber 1911 price tag has been inflated by gun dealers who want to make a quick buck. In other words they are trying to capitalize on the current demand for the 1911 while not quite getting it right.
Most collectors would have saved up for their own gun, had they wanted one. The ones that did get one had some sort of a plan. They knew what they wanted and were willing to wait. But for those who didn't know what they wanted, buying a used 1911 is the best choice.
There is no better way to pick up the gun you want, at a price you can afford, than to purchase a new gun at auction. Here are some reasons to consider buying a used Kimber 1911.
First and foremost, when you go shopping for a new gun there are lots of choices. And they all have different features. The issue with this is that you don't know what you want until you look at every gun, which will take a long time.
When you buy a Kimber 1911 at auction it is far easier. Since there are a lot of guns, a lot of them are going to be nice. You have the benefit of comparing dozens of models without ever having to see them all in person.
When you buy a Kimber 1911 at auction, you also avoid the embarrassment of dealing with a counterfeit gun dealer. These days most dealers understand that the only way to get your money is to tell you the truth.
Also, used guns are cheaper. So if you are trying to budget your money for a gun purchase then buying a Kimber 1911 is a much better deal.
The next reason to buy a used Kimber 1911 is that it is still a Kimber. So that means you will be able to use it as a great collector's piece for years to come. This will not happen with a new gun that was factory new.
You won't find a new gun that was factory fresh because the gun companies are selling them as quickly as possible to recoup their costs. A Kimber 1911 is going to be a good quality gun, that's for sure.
The final reason to buy a used Kimber 1911 is that you get to enjoy the benefits of an excellent customer service. You will be able to call the company and ask about any questions you may have. Also they will give you the satisfaction of knowing that the customer service was high quality.
Most gun dealers do not care what kind of a deal you are getting when they sell you an old gun. But that is not the case with Kimber.
I know I don't have to tell you to buy a Kimber 1911 at an auction. But I bet it's worth your while to give it a try. You will be happy you did.