You’re right, of course, except for the fact that gun buyers are known to do some inexplicable things when it comes to getting that one gun they’ve always wanted. I no longer go to gun auctions because almost every gun offered invariably brings a higher bid than you would have to spend on a new one of the same make, model and caliber. Not to mention I’ve already been offered a couple hundred more than the gun is worth, even if it were NIB, which it’s not.
Ain’t that the truth! I was looking for a Ruger Redhawk in 45LC for some time. Every one I found was more than a new RR 44mag! (Finally found one at a reasonable $500.00 and snagged it)