shotgunNoob Posted October 23, 2008 Share Posted October 23, 2008 I was looking at replacement barrels, just in case, and noticed that the majority of them cost almost as much as my shotgun!! For instance, a barrel w/ mounted Ghost Ring sight costs roughly $420 or so. My SuperNova tactical set me back $450 or so. It almost reminds me of the cost ratio/sales method of razors vs razor blades. I looked at other barrels, such as the Remingtons, and they go for $300 or less on average. I guess its a supply vs demand situation. The lesson learned here, for me at least, is that it isnt always about just getting the weapon. Its about how much it will cost to replace damaged parts on the weapon. Not to mention, how readily available these parts actually are. Blah. If I can get at least 10 years or more out of this shotgun w/o any major replacement issues or problems, then I guess I wont complain. Until that day, I will always be waiting for the "s*** to hit the fan"...so to speak! Any thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unobtanium Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 For one they are chrome-lined, this adds a little bit. For the rest? Well, why do Acura parts cost more than Honda parts? Get the picture? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tlingitndn Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 Shotgun will out live all of us if it is well maintained. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unobtanium Posted October 24, 2008 Share Posted October 24, 2008 Shotgun will out live all of us if it is well maintained. Most of the purchases we make beyond those which support Maslow's pyramid of needs are based on "what if..." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sepp Posted October 25, 2008 Share Posted October 25, 2008 Maybe it's because they are imported and because people are willing to pay that much for them. If sales dropped to abysmal levels, there might suddenly be some good deals out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monkey Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 The commercial sale of a Benelli barrel begins in Euros, so by the time they reach these shores and Euros are converted to dollars at current exchange rates, they become 30%-50% more expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shotgunNoob Posted October 28, 2008 Author Share Posted October 28, 2008 I see...Well, I figured it might be an "import" thing. Just one more reason why I think Im going with a Remington 870 Police MAX next time. Dont get me wrong, I like my SuperNova and am in the process of loading it up with all sorts of "goodies". But, when it comes time to start replacing stuff, like the barrel, it may just no longer prove to be very "cost effective". I mean, ****, replacing the barrel, assuming I can even find one like I have, is going to cost me as much as the gun itself!! O well.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mudhen Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 Browning barrels for semi-autos cost $400-$500 and are scarce. I would say that Benelli barrels cost more at retail because they cost more at wholesale. The exchange rate does not help. Spare barrels are dog sellers. What is Benelli USA to do with barrels that don't sell well? What is a Benelli dealer to do with a slow selling barrel? Other than a slug barrel, I have known few that ever buy a spare barrel. I've known some to trade barrels, but I've known few to really want a second or third barrel for any gun they own. I think it might be nice if Benelli had plenty of spare barrels to satisfy every customer's whim, but in reality, I really don't care mudhen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shotgunNoob Posted October 28, 2008 Author Share Posted October 28, 2008 Browning barrels for semi-autos cost $400-$500 and are scarce. I would say that Benelli barrels cost more at retail because they cost more at wholesale. The exchange rate does not help. Spare barrels are dog sellers. What is Benelli USA to do with barrels that don't sell well? What is a Benelli dealer to do with a slow selling barrel? Other than a slug barrel, I have known few that ever buy a spare barrel. I've known some to trade barrels, but I've known few to really want a second or third barrel for any gun they own. I think it might be nice if Benelli had plenty of spare barrels to satisfy every customer's whim, but in reality, I really don't care mudhen Well, I wasnt really interested in acquiring another barrel just to have one around. Now, for my Sig Sauer, thats another matter. Anyway, I was just curious about this due to the fact that one day, hopefully later than sooner, Im sure I will be needing to replace my current barrel. If so, I dread the thought of essentially buying the gun all over again, in terms of cost. Most peeps buy guns thinking they will last forever. No man made item I have ever heard of is capable of this. Nothing I own is, at least. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splashtx556ftw Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 Charles Dalys are made in Turkey. they have chrome lined barrels. they cost $279.00 @ any wal-mart. they also come with a life time warranty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splashtx556ftw Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 i had a Winchester 44-40 that was made in 1868.before it was stolen, it would shoot all day. a gunsmith that checked it out for me said he believed it had never been worked on as far as he could tell. i would say thats about 3, maybe 4 life times. what ive always wished about that rifle. is that it could talk. i would love to know what it has seen, and where all its been. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splashtx556ftw Posted October 28, 2008 Share Posted October 28, 2008 anyone ever priced a John Rigby??? try $52,000.00-$65,000.00 decorated. $20,000.00 plain jane. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shotgunNoob Posted October 29, 2008 Author Share Posted October 29, 2008 anyone ever priced a John Rigby??? try $52,000.00-$65,000.00 decorated. $20,000.00 plain jane. Now thats just insane. Personally, Id rather just go out and buy a new car with that kind of cash! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novaking Posted October 29, 2008 Share Posted October 29, 2008 Now thats just insane. Personally, Id rather just go out and buy a new car with that kind of cash! yeah but a car won't kill a rhino. many rigbys have. novaking Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
splashtx556ftw Posted November 1, 2008 Share Posted November 1, 2008 that might depend on the car, and fast you hit him. but i doubt you would come out of in too good a shape either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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