Black rifle prices? - The Firearms Forum

icm856 · 02-15-2009, 07:39 PM

It looks like prices on AR-15's have peaked. The price doesn't seem to be dropping, however they are not going up anymore (right now anyway).

Supply has been a little bit better as well. The local gun shops have most models back in stock now, with a few exceptions. Prices are still high though. Entry level AR's that were $1000 or less are now selling in the $1300 dollar range. Colt 6920's are going for $1700+ (Government model $1500).

So what's the "Black Rifle" situation in your area?

Haligan · 02-15-2009, 10:00 PM

A buddy of mine is tired of waiting and has had to resort to having one custom built.
He's getting a sweetheart deal on M4 design.($800)
I guess he's got a good buddy who also is pretty handy.

CampingJosh · 02-15-2009, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by icm856

So what's the "Black Rifle" situation in your area?

In the "mid-Michigan" area...

The big-box sporting goods store (Dunham's) sold out right before the inauguration, and they hadn't raised their prices since they got those in stock 5+ months back. In fact, they had a Remington R-15 that had been "on sale" since at least September, and it didn't sell until after the first of the year.

Last I checked--almost two weeks ago

--the local gun shop (next town over) still had two black rifles in stock, plus a Saiga 12 gauge. He actually had 6 on the shelf, but 4 were already sold. The ones still up for sale were a Century in .223 for $899 and a DPMS in .308 for $1300 IIRC.

Dr342 · 02-17-2009, 08:11 PM

Here on the Florida pan-handle, there was a mass panic about August of 08. Everything was gone by January. Ar-15 lower stripped recievers were $85 last Feb are now $250+. All .223, .308, 30-06 & 7.62x39 ammo has dissapeared. Most .223 & 7.62x39 russian stuff is $10 per box. I have found a reliable pawn shop owner who hasnt jacked his ammo prices yet, but the Black Rifles are over the top. If you want an M-1A, forget it, there are non to be had. A used one in a local shop is $2200. Hope everyone on this forum is a member of the NRA and Votes!!! It will get worse before it gets better.

sandclow · 03-11-2009, 02:33 PM

In Texas...
we bought my hubby's in October for around $800, then in November bought mine for $1,100. Now the exact same gun (ours are both Bushmaster) is running around $1,350. This is the price at our local gunshop, some we've seen a little cheaper, some a little more expensive, but this is pretty much the average. Would love to get some more, just so one day our kids will have their own as well (my 6 year old daughter, who is already a dead shot with her Cricket & Ruger 10/22 is determined to have an AR too).

LurpyGeek · 03-11-2009, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by icm856

It looks like prices on AR-15's have peaked...

Plateaued may be a better term. I think just like the economy it's going to get much worse before (if?) it ever gets better.

Jimdo · 06-02-2009, 12:42 AM

I'm about an hour southeast of St. Louis MO. and its the same here, hell, I think that it is the same everywhere.
Most of the manufacturers have a very long back order list, making it hard for us dealers to even obtain any NIB AR's.

Rolando404 · 06-13-2009, 04:38 PM

I bought my Sig 556ER 6/10/2009 for $1,700. Here are some pictures.

Bobitis · 06-13-2009, 05:33 PM

Less than a grand.

Free floated chrome heavy barrel.
RRA match trigger
Simmons WhiteTail Classic scope.
Burris P.E.P.R. mount
Harris HBRM-S bipod
5 20 rnd Magpuls

Wouldn't sell it for twice that.

Rolando404 · 06-13-2009, 06:11 PM

They had bushmasters for $999.99, but went with better brand.

dkgva1 · 06-18-2009, 03:31 PM

RRA Entry Tactical w/ tactical carry handle in Richmond, Va for $1049.00 Most places want a few hundred more............if you can find it.

conan1 · 08-19-2009, 02:32 AM

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johnlives4christ · 08-19-2009, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Rolando404

They had bushmasters for $999.99, but went with better brand.

never heard of a better brand than a bushmaster.

johnlives4christ · 08-19-2009, 02:45 AM

around 1100 here for a basic ar, what ever brand happens to be around. bushmasters or stag or dpms.

the only reason i dont buy one now is that i wouldnt be able to shoot it cause of the price of ammo. im thinking i'll opt for an ak if'n i get anything tactical, can get one for around 500, buglarian i think, then i'll spend the rest on ammo and mags.

hayes1966 · 08-20-2009, 08:04 PM

There was nothing available in CT when the great one took office, now they are back to reasonable prices ($850-$1100) depending on model. There still are a few stores out there with one or two on the counter with inflated prices. A few of the stores jumped on the band wagon and made a few bucks but are paying the price now.

Rolando404 that SIG looks awsome .. I haven't seen any of those in CT but the reviews are good! Having a couple of FAL I do like the piston system.

gdmoody · 08-20-2009, 10:14 PM

I saw a new Bushmaster AR15 today for $690. I had to look at it twice to make sure I wasn't seeing things and that it was indeed a .223!!

obxned · 08-22-2009, 06:56 AM

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Originally Posted by gdmoody

I saw a new Bushmaster AR15 today for $690. I had to look at it twice to make sure I wasn't seeing things and that it was indeed a .223!!

WHERE???

gdmoody · 08-22-2009, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by obxned

WHERE???

Sporting Arms, 157 Parkview Drive, Winterville, GA (706) 742-7971 Hours are 10am - 7pm Mon-Sat

gs78 · 09-06-2009, 07:17 AM

hold tight, the black gun prices are about to skyrocket. I know everyone has an opinion as to what the 2nd ammendment fight will look like, here is mine.

President obama's mask has been torn off by the healthscare debacle. He has lost more political capitol in nine months than ANY president in over fifty years. In other words his goose is cooked. He will not get what he wants in healthcare and probably not much else, the people no longer are infatuated with his persona. Enter Barbara Boxer. A few months ago she did a piece on 60 m inutes where she plainly stated that " She WILL reinstate the 94 gun ban,only this time make it permanent .She also said and I quote " If I could have gotten 51 votes(in 94) I would have called for ALL GUNS,thats right Mr.and Mrs, America , turn them all in" (emphasis hers).

The fact is that Obama will not get re-elected, they know it, the gun ban was suppose to wait until his second term(when he had nothing to lose) in light of his current political bankruptcy and pending meltown they will advance sooner than they wanted, but they WILL advance.

Wild Hair · 09-29-2009, 05:37 AM

She also said and I quote " If I could have gotten 51 votes(in 94) I would have called for ALL GUNS,thats right Mr.and Mrs, America , turn them all in""QUOTE"

I have to wonder with most all law enforcement and military personel being gun owners. If there would be any of them willing to strip americans of their 2nd amendment rights. Both are sworn to protect the rights of the people as afforded them buy the constitution. would they turn in their own private collection? Or at that point would they realize that one of the reasons for the 2nd amendment is to protect the people from a corrupt and power hungry government.

Any LEO or millitary personell care to inpute on this.

XP100 · 10-03-2009, 03:50 AM

I have a New Bushmaster and a Stag Arms in my shop 839.00 and they have been here over a week. Must be getting easier to get for everyone.

02-15-2009, 07:39 PM	#1
icm856 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: IL Posts: 86	Black rifle prices? It looks like prices on AR-15's have peaked. The price doesn't seem to be dropping, however they are not going up anymore (right now anyway). Supply has been a little bit better as well. The local gun shops have most models back in stock now, with a few exceptions. Prices are still high though. Entry level AR's that were $1000 or less are now selling in the $1300 dollar range. Colt 6920's are going for $1700+ (Government model $1500). So what's the "Black Rifle" situation in your area? -->

02-15-2009, 10:00 PM	#2
Haligan Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: FEMA Region II Posts: 1,900	Re: Black rifle prices? A buddy of mine is tired of waiting and has had to resort to having one custom built. He's getting a sweetheart deal on M4 design.($800) I guess he's got a good buddy who also is pretty handy. __________________ "He who knows nothing is closer to the truth than he whose mind is filled with falshoods and errors." - Thomas Jefferson

02-17-2009, 08:11 PM	#4
Dr342 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 60	Re: Black rifle prices? Here on the Florida pan-handle, there was a mass panic about August of 08. Everything was gone by January. Ar-15 lower stripped recievers were $85 last Feb are now $250+. All .223, .308, 30-06 & 7.62x39 ammo has dissapeared. Most .223 & 7.62x39 russian stuff is $10 per box. I have found a reliable pawn shop owner who hasnt jacked his ammo prices yet, but the Black Rifles are over the top. If you want an M-1A, forget it, there are non to be had. A used one in a local shop is $2200. Hope everyone on this forum is a member of the NRA and Votes!!! It will get worse before it gets better.

03-11-2009, 02:33 PM	#5
sandclow Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: small town, TX Posts: 11	Re: Black rifle prices? In Texas... we bought my hubby's in October for around $800, then in November bought mine for $1,100. Now the exact same gun (ours are both Bushmaster) is running around $1,350. This is the price at our local gunshop, some we've seen a little cheaper, some a little more expensive, but this is pretty much the average. Would love to get some more, just so one day our kids will have their own as well (my 6 year old daughter, who is already a dead shot with her Cricket & Ruger 10/22 is determined to have an AR too).

06-02-2009, 12:42 AM	#7
Jimdo V.I.P. Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: So. IL. Posts: 51	Re: Black rifle prices? I'm about an hour southeast of St. Louis MO. and its the same here, hell, I think that it is the same everywhere. Most of the manufacturers have a very long back order list, making it hard for us dealers to even obtain any NIB AR's.

06-13-2009, 04:38 PM	#8
Rolando404 Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 8	Re: Black rifle prices? I bought my Sig 556ER 6/10/2009 for $1,700. Here are some pictures.

06-13-2009, 05:33 PM	#9
Bobitis Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Posts: 6,612	Re: Black rifle prices? Less than a grand. Free floated chrome heavy barrel. RRA match trigger Simmons WhiteTail Classic scope. Burris P.E.P.R. mount Harris HBRM-S bipod 5 20 rnd Magpuls Wouldn't sell it for twice that. __________________ ^.^ A point in every direction is the same as having no point at all Last edited by Bobitis; 06-13-2009 at 05:37 PM..

06-13-2009, 06:11 PM	#10
Rolando404 Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: San Antonio, Texas Posts: 8	Re: Black rifle prices? They had bushmasters for $999.99, but went with better brand.

06-18-2009, 03:31 PM	#11
dkgva1 Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 26	Re: Black rifle prices? RRA Entry Tactical w/ tactical carry handle in Richmond, Va for $1049.00 Most places want a few hundred more............if you can find it.

08-19-2009, 02:32 AM	#12
conan1 Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Somewhere in KY Posts: 38	Re: Black rifle prices? CMMG M-4 bought for $715 in Nov 08. Had ATI Crusader already. List on it is $1900. Was going to sell the NV to buy more black rifles but wife said NO! OK, I'll keep it. __________________ Don't p*** on my leg and tell me it's raining!

08-19-2009, 02:45 AM	#14
johnlives4christ Former Guest Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Kentucky Posts: 3,828	Re: Black rifle prices? around 1100 here for a basic ar, what ever brand happens to be around. bushmasters or stag or dpms. the only reason i dont buy one now is that i wouldnt be able to shoot it cause of the price of ammo. im thinking i'll opt for an ak if'n i get anything tactical, can get one for around 500, buglarian i think, then i'll spend the rest on ammo and mags.

08-20-2009, 08:04 PM	#15
hayes1966 Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Central Connecticut Posts: 24	Re: Black rifle prices? There was nothing available in CT when the great one took office, now they are back to reasonable prices ($850-$1100) depending on model. There still are a few stores out there with one or two on the counter with inflated prices. A few of the stores jumped on the band wagon and made a few bucks but are paying the price now. Rolando404 that SIG looks awsome .. I haven't seen any of those in CT but the reviews are good! Having a couple of FAL I do like the piston system. __________________ NRA Certified Instructor - Si vis pacem, para bellum - http://www.ct-permit.com Last edited by hayes1966; 08-20-2009 at 08:06 PM..

08-20-2009, 10:14 PM	#16
gdmoody Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Northeast Georgia Contributor Posts: 6,345	Re: Black rifle prices? I saw a new Bushmaster AR15 today for $690. I had to look at it twice to make sure I wasn't seeing things and that it was indeed a .223!! __________________ NRA Endowment Member GeorgiaCarry.Org Member Retired US Army Postal Worker Personally, I carry a gun because I'm too young to die and too old to take an ass whoopin'.....author unknown (but obviously brilliant)

09-06-2009, 07:17 AM	#19
gs78 Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: now in the US0fKKK-A,formerly the United States of America Posts: 13	Re: Black rifle prices? hold tight, the black gun prices are about to skyrocket. I know everyone has an opinion as to what the 2nd ammendment fight will look like, here is mine. President obama's mask has been torn off by the healthscare debacle. He has lost more political capitol in nine months than ANY president in over fifty years. In other words his goose is cooked. He will not get what he wants in healthcare and probably not much else, the people no longer are infatuated with his persona. Enter Barbara Boxer. A few months ago she did a piece on 60 m inutes where she plainly stated that " She WILL reinstate the 94 gun ban,only this time make it permanent .She also said and I quote " If I could have gotten 51 votes(in 94) I would have called for ALL GUNS,thats right Mr.and Mrs, America , turn them all in" (emphasis hers). The fact is that Obama will not get re-elected, they know it, the gun ban was suppose to wait until his second term(when he had nothing to lose) in light of his current political bankruptcy and pending meltown they will advance sooner than they wanted, but they WILL advance. __________________ Those who hammer their guns into plows, will plow for those who don't.......'Thomas Jefferson'.

09-29-2009, 05:37 AM	#20
Wild Hair Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 13	Re: Black rifle prices? She also said and I quote " If I could have gotten 51 votes(in 94) I would have called for ALL GUNS,thats right Mr.and Mrs, America , turn them all in""QUOTE" I have to wonder with most all law enforcement and military personel being gun owners. If there would be any of them willing to strip americans of their 2nd amendment rights. Both are sworn to protect the rights of the people as afforded them buy the constitution. would they turn in their own private collection? Or at that point would they realize that one of the reasons for the 2nd amendment is to protect the people from a corrupt and power hungry government. Any LEO or millitary personell care to inpute on this. __________________ THEY CAN HAVE MY FREEDOM AND MY GUNS BULLET FIRST

10-03-2009, 03:50 AM	#21
XP100 V.I.P. Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 74	Re: Black rifle prices? I have a New Bushmaster and a Stag Arms in my shop 839.00 and they have been here over a week. Must be getting easier to get for everyone.