5 Things I Learned Collecting Over a MILLION DOLLARS in Firearms

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The Collector

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@friartuck103 2 ай бұрын

I saw someone say that this is a waste of money. Nah, Matt is living my dream. Keep the videos coming Matt an crew!!

@BLdontM 2 ай бұрын

It is a waste of money... but there is no prize for being the richest guy in the cemetery. One should enjoy while they can

@WW_SHTFF_WW 2 ай бұрын

When you die you leave the $$ for someone else to spend and enjoy for you. So, it is not good to be a miser and not enjoy the $$...unless your goal is to leave a giant estate and live low as a penny pincher. The only question is how much enjoyment to buy with the $$? I've bought a lot of stuff in my life. Nothing like the Collector, but still quite a few hundred guns over the last 55 years. So, I got a lot of the spending bug out of my system. I sold almost all of the fondling guns. That time is past. All I have now is black plastic...they are tools. I used to like revolvers, but Summer of Love 2020 cured me of gun fondling, no time for that anymore.

@wizardofahhhs759 Ай бұрын

@@WW_SHTFF_WWWhy leave my kids broke and have to work as hard as I did? I don't want my kids to struggle their entire lives.

@leetskeet4476 8 күн бұрын

"That's just a waste of money" is usually a cope from people who couldn't afford it in the first place

@lewisgarland4025 2 ай бұрын

Sir being a veteran with an abnormally small collection compared to yours I am in awe the depth and quality of your collection and honestly they Deuce and Half is my Favorite part of all your collection. Thanks for sharing your collection and especially your new range your building

@TheCollectorOfFirepower 2 ай бұрын

Thank you

@brivas3343 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for having these videos showing the in and outs of having a collection. I've talked to people over the years who have wanted to collect something but they don't realize the intricacies of having a colection. Whether it's firearms, Barbie dolls, exotic cars, salt & pepper shakers or whatever some thought has to be given on many topics as you've discussed here.

@brianwilson4184 2 ай бұрын

I’ve been collecting over 50 years now and my son is involved . I’ll start off I don’t do much with mordern guns . I like antiques and curios. Things that are important Rarity , Condtion , Providence, and appeal. I try to stay focused and stay in my wheel house. I’m not a rich man but I’ve been able to build a very desirable collection without jeopardizing my financing. Just my opion and we all know about opions .

@gnsmk357 2 ай бұрын

Glad you touched on ins co. One ins company droped or did not renew because I informed them that I would be transporting some wpns to our beach house when we spent time at the cost in North Carolina. They stated storms would cause them to have to pay out - so they did not want the risk. I should name them but I am too old for that. Great Video.

@Popeye21 Ай бұрын

I love this, collecting firearms is a passion of mine and I love seeing these videos.

@marcusd3212 2 ай бұрын

I started out kinda like the collector. Buying off of a budget. But when I really started getting into firearms, I wanted to build them. So I started buying tools to do so and then buying parts and peice for firearms as I went. That way, I'm still staying in a budget, but then I'm building something way more expensive. A safe is a must have Or multiple safes depending on your collection. I wish I could do a safe room to display my collection on walls. But my wife wouldn't let me do that!😂 She doesn't care what I spend on firearms and accessories, but she does care when I bring such things and leave it everywhere in the house. Lmao, I mean, I wouldn't want her bringing her shoes into my shop and leaving them laying around.

@dfigueroa788 Ай бұрын

It’s an incredible collection. I want to say I still remember when you started your KZbin channel. I remember one of the first video in which you mentioned about having new content # no shortage on shit and over a 15 years of collecting. Thanks for all your videos! I myself can say that you have done more than you promised on this channel.

@TheCollectorOfFirepower Ай бұрын

Thank you

@garykappes4654 Ай бұрын

I'm 64 years old. my first firearm was a single shot .22 rifle my father gave me on my 13th birthday. I mostly had a few firearms mostly for hunting and informal target shooting up until I was 40 years old. My interest evolved over time. For awhile it was hunting guns, then mil-surp firearms. Now I buy used guns mostly that are unique in some way and a good value. I recently picked up a Winchester model 74 .22 LR caliber that was made in 1950. That rifle is amazing. Super accurate with open sights and 100% reliable and 100% fun. It cost me $150 total. I have a few guns I paid several thousand dollars for used but that is the exception. usually under a thousand or more likely a few hundred dollars. I have a Winchester model 70 in 30-06 that looks pretty nice from the pics that the dealer posted it will cost me $500 plus the FFL transfer fee. The price plus the Tasco scope on it were the deciding factor.

@patnoble1914 Ай бұрын

I started collecting old military rifles and pistols. The cost of ammo eventually lead me to collecting 22 lr pistols and rifles. I do it for fun but it is surprising how the value of the guns have gone up. Some that cost two to three hundred now sell for seven or eight hundred. They bring pleasure to me but I have told my son to sell them when I am gone and get something that bring pleasure to him.

@buchananwood21 2 ай бұрын

Let’s ask the real question here… What does “The Collector” do for a living, and how did he get this money to spend on guns?!

@car_clipps Ай бұрын

Drugs

@cobblerama Ай бұрын

I think he did well in the stock market and real estate. Seems like he talked about it in some of his earlier videos.

@SD-gt5kc Ай бұрын

Amazing Collection and presentation lots of hours just organizing and displaying

@Powershift 2 ай бұрын

I have two large safes, and a military gun cage, to store my collection. Keeping a collection secure is a priority. The larger your collection, the harder they are to keep secure too. I would love to have a secure basement room to have a GallowTech wall display room. Someday!!!

@jasonmcmellon1808 2 ай бұрын

The collector is the man! Love your channel! Stay cool!

@The_Nameless_Entity 2 ай бұрын

You are one of my favorite channels by far. My collection is getting out of hand to the point where my safes are running out of room. When your collection started to grow and as you mentioned that you started with a bedroom, did you have to fortify your bedroom? ie Steel framing the door openings, concrete walls, etc.

@06GTblue 2 ай бұрын

Having a dream, working hard towards that dream it is possible to live the american dream. So impressed. Enjoyed this video with Chad too. This video was spot on regarding your five steps of collecting. Chad, the way i see it you are living an american dream with your collection, youtube channel and just having great friends like the collector. Having a half dozen firearms, i have reached my budget (none in quality) but in quantity. Im just happy to own a few and have a wife that supports me and the 2nd amendment. Thank you and keep the videos coming !

@fordvg 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing on how you started out with your budget and how long you have been collecting.

@ShermanRagland Ай бұрын

Thank you for flipping that muzzle around on the Hulk. Was making me queasy…

@MattWaller04 2 ай бұрын

Great video! Really appreciate you sharing some of your story. One day I'll have my own collection. It probably won't be as impressive as yours, but it will be my own.

@TheCollectorOfFirepower 2 ай бұрын

Thank you

@lucaslegakis4105 2 ай бұрын

Like I always say, if I ever get lucky enough to hit either the Powerball or CA Lottery, I would totally live this man's life. Tim lives the ultimate gun enthusiasts life. Firearms of all kinds are super expensive out here in the people's Republic of California (Comifornia)! Especially now as of July 1st of this year when that 11% excess tax was added and implemented specifically targeting gun's and ammo. Or as scum bag CA Governor Gavin Newsom refers to as "THE SIN TAX", end quote. May you, your family and crew continue to stay blessed with good health , prosperity, and happiness. Take care Tim!😊

@viperone47 Ай бұрын

awesome collection Sir

@philipkratochwil5640 2 ай бұрын

l started out the same way with a budget and i am living my dream but mine are air guns . love your collection can't wait to see your air gun collection

@pewtubee Ай бұрын

Great conversation guys!

@Hans_Hamon 2 ай бұрын

This is so relatable. I have just a little over three million dollars worth of firearms, in my own collection. Not to brag, or anything. Sometimes, I just want to reach out, and give the common man some advice.

@buchananwood21 2 ай бұрын

I’m the common man. Please give me some advice!

@johnjreckhart2429 2 ай бұрын

Great video GOD bless you and your whole family ✝️.

@philclodfelter5994 2 ай бұрын

Enjoy the videos & you have an amazing collection

@MrHashimotorsports 2 ай бұрын

Great Video and it's good to see Chad on the other side of the camera. Keep up the great content.

@SlickMacDaddy 2 ай бұрын

Wtg Chad, us poors would never have gotten to see his bad ass collction.

@JinkxSoldga 2 ай бұрын

This is the way. Carry on!!

@aliceburte9278 2 ай бұрын

Thank You sir always enjoy listening 👍🇺🇸

@xXxCatsnakexXx 2 ай бұрын

How old is the collectors wife, if she was collecting before he was born??? Is she a vampire?

@tyrobn 2 ай бұрын

Despite him being on KZbin, you won't find information on his family in general. I don't think Matt is even his real name lol

@crashingsucks 2 ай бұрын

Does he even have a wife?

@pennsyltuckyden9823 Ай бұрын

Owning a large gun collection is like owning real estate without paying property taxes every year.

@cobblerama Ай бұрын

IDK, its so hit or miss. I've seen a lot of higher end ARs sell for practically nothing. On the other hand, if you bought veprs before they were banned, you got lucky. Never know. Same with old military firearms. Pre 2000s they weren't worth much, now they're ridiculous. But again M1 garands have been stagnant for well over 2 decades while the carbines shot through the roof as have k98s. Need a crystal ball really. Even though he spent 1 mil on his collection, I'd bet a majority of his firearms would sell for less than half what he paid. He's got a lot of Gucci guns that don't fetch much resale. Now if the Dems win this November, forget everything I just said.

@bathwatercod5206 Ай бұрын

@@cobblerama have you seen m1 prices lately? not stagnant at all. crazy how many people buy an 800 dollar gun from the cmp and turn around to sell it for 3k+ on gun boards and gunbroker.

@DaveWomach Ай бұрын

You already know I love your content. Keep it coming 😎🤘🏻. I hope to contribute somehow some day

@bert5897 2 ай бұрын

Mel the most armed man in America !!

@pennsyltuckyden9823 Ай бұрын

Having a wife that is also a collector is a big bonus.

@jefferyboring4410 Ай бұрын

Ya “that was collecting before he was born”

@dmoney8373 Ай бұрын

Wonder if she’s got a sister…

@michaelmoran8780 Ай бұрын

For sure, if she's also a good wife this guy's got it made lol!

@dustinmatthews387 Ай бұрын

I often times feel that old saying, Want Not, Waste Not- whenever I buy the latest & greatest version of a gun, making the older model(s) somewhat obsolete. Ive had to sell quite a few good guns in the past, like my CzP07, Cz 75 compact, Cz P10, Sig 226 Equinox FN509 & even a 1917' Luger...but I also feel the upside to letting some of them go, and thats upgrading to a higher quality gun down the line.

@gregmcdonald3361 Ай бұрын

I really appreciate this video!!!

@pars5027 2 ай бұрын

Awesome video, great information.

@DesertMav Ай бұрын

Cool video on this subject. I've been into firearms for roughly 10 years, maybe a little more and the last two years have been my first real forte into acquiring and starting my collection. I have some low-mid budget firearms, but I'm looking to slowly step up into a higher mid range/high end weapons at some point. I am also just about done building my first storage solution for my current setup, but I may grow out of it within the next few years. What would be a good value of weapons to start looking into potentially getting insurance for it? Also, how do you store and organize the paperwork/receipts for your weapons?

@JackofallTrades674 2 ай бұрын

I love your collection and It was nice to meet you at shot show

@chrismiller5168 2 ай бұрын

if you have the means to buy what you want then go for it. Even if you are buying on a lower budget just enjoy the hobby no matter what hobby you have. Life is to short not to enjoy it

@dwightgoodman2116 2 ай бұрын

I watch all of your videos, and love them all, but this one, well....I have enjoyed the interview more than you can imagine. Question...speaking from my own past gun mistakes, have you ever had a gun you sold, and then wished later that you hadn't?

@TheCollectorOfFirepower 2 ай бұрын

Not yet

@dameanshook5175 Ай бұрын

Congratulations on your collection, 😮

@dustinpribble1546 Ай бұрын

Would love to see a volume 2 with nuance tips or strategies

@toddhenson5570 Ай бұрын

Amazing achievement. What is your firearm maintenance for long term display?

@gabriellz3201 Ай бұрын

Should make a video of your top 5-10 favorite guns you will use incase of any trouble (intruders,emergencies,home invasion,self defense, ect..) curious to know 🤔

@Wigzz0316 2 ай бұрын

Do a series of pimp your range! Come to New Hampshire i can show you a few good stores!

@louiem5985 2 ай бұрын

This was a awesome video! Never really thought about buying more then one Glock to upgrade. thought one would be fine and move. Now the budget is hard part for a lot of people. My question is that same money you put away will be for upgrading your gun, ammo or should you have another account just for accessories ?

@commonsenseisntcommon1776 Ай бұрын

A gun collection I can only dream about 🤩🤩🤩

@patnoble1914 Ай бұрын

Start small and cheap. Buy an old shotgun or rifle and fix it up. Refinish the stock, learn to reblue them. If you want to after you have several sell them and buy a nicer one. Get a money jar to put spare change in once it is full start shopping for something you can afford. The main thing is to start small and have fun.

@HenkduPlooy-ym3ed 2 ай бұрын

Greetings from South Africa.

@wilfridBAUCHET 2 ай бұрын

bonjour sympathique vidéo qui expliquer comment vous avez commencé cette fabuleuse collection qui est magnifique cette vidéo était très sympathique je remercie de se partage vidéo cordialement

@Smooththatsme 2 ай бұрын

The Collector suggests buying "a nice Rhino safe." I personally like Pendleton safes and how they display guns with great security, top-notch build quality, and customer service that is on another level. Just my 2 cents have a good day

@biscotrip1 2 ай бұрын

Will we ever get to meet Matt’s wife and hear her story? See her collection?

@Gunner-73 Ай бұрын

Did you reinforce the walls, concrete, metal or something else ?

@Martys.Corner Ай бұрын

In your opinion, how many firearms or a dollar amount would you say is worth to take out an insurance policy? Also, I know you've been asked this question a ton before about what you do for a living (which I would love to know) but even more than that, could you give some advice (or a video) on how to accumulate the wealth that you have grown over the years so we can start collecting? Thanks for all you do!

@WW_SHTFF_WW 2 ай бұрын

I'm not a gun collector, but I have collections of guns as tools. Magnet guns around the house and a few semi auto shotguns on the walls. I keep a few guns in the car, various spots. All Taurus G3 and G3C. I like Taurus or Canik for cheap Katrina guns that can be confiscated in SHTFF like the gov did in Katrina. In SHTFF I may carry a cheap carbine in trunk. I don't want my Glocks confiscated while on the road. Have lots of cheap but reliable replacement guns in the deep preps for when they get confiscated.

@lewisgarland4025 2 ай бұрын

Your welcome sir and one question if you had to pick your most favorite firearm that you use often would be your choice ? Mine is my PTR ct mp5 clone or my CZ P-01 Omega .

@walter7438 2 ай бұрын

At what temperature and humidity level do you keep your collection at? (great video)

@TheCollectorOfFirepower 2 ай бұрын

@ghostprophetmusic Ай бұрын

I just want some business advice series on how to get to the point where I can afford this kind of thing

@rchurricane 2 ай бұрын

Super collection! I really like guns and the way they work. What long range rifle would you recommend and the optics for it? Budget of 4k.

@tjames525 2 ай бұрын

Nightforce NX8 4-32 Browning Pro McMillan. I know you were asking the collector but thought I would give my opinion because I have tried A LOT and there is nothing better

@nikriedel2329 2 ай бұрын

Very nice

@daveh9551 Ай бұрын

Id say 80% of my collection are unfired or taken to the range only once. I also have my favorites that I shoot all the time. People dont realize that collecting means just that... I even saved the original boxes for most of them because those too are important. My SCAR17 and POF rifles will probably NEVER be fired because those are collectors items. I too have been collecting for about 20 years. I was talking about trusts and such with my uncle and he asked me how much did I feel my collection was worth? Hes not a gun guy, so when I told him they were worth MORE than my cars, he couldnt believe it. The average price for a good quality rifle with all the mods would be over $2000. Sometimes the optics alone costs more than the platform. Now multiply that by 20 or more...

@dougrogers835 Ай бұрын

Wow, that is impressive! The kicker is I have about 90 firearms and I didn't see one of mine in this video. LOL I collect older revolvers and bolt action and lever action riffles. I don't even own a semi auto rifle except a M1 Garand. I guess I am old. To me it's like collecting muscle cars from the 60's. Have zero interest in video game guns.

@mikeofmanymikes2630 Ай бұрын

The difference between a real collector and a fraud. I'd rather see your collection.

@saihemebillings2820 Ай бұрын

You just collect different guns that’s all. Nothing wrong either way.

@royjohnson465 Ай бұрын

I hate a tubular magazine on a lever-action. The best lever-actions to collect are the ones with a “detachable magazines”:: the Savage 99 (also comes in a takedown), Winchester 88, Sako Finnwolf, Browning BLR (also comes in stainless-steel and a takedown), and Henry Long Ranger.

@mikeofmanymikes2630 Ай бұрын

@@royjohnson465 cowboys didn't use detachable magazines....you are a good example of the new john wick generation (lame) vs the old school John Wayne generation (real men).

@royjohnson465 Ай бұрын

@@mikeofmanymikes2630 ~I used to own both a Winchester model 94 and a Marlin 336 variant type 30A with tubular magazines. I also have a Winchester model 88 lever-action with a detachable magazine which is far superior over tubular magazines which I know from first hand. A person is not lame for preferring a lever-action with much superior detachable magazine over a tubular magazine. I was referring nothing at all to do with Cowboys whatsoever which is off-topic and totally irrelevant. The reason most 1800’s Cowboys used tubular magazines and did not use detachable magazines is not because they were real men but rather instead was because detachable magazines were not readily available for sale to buy. No I am not an example of a lame new generation but rather instead I am an older person on a seniors pension who has hunted game since about 50 years ago.

@WW_SHTFF_WW 2 ай бұрын

Good show...Thanks!

@pyeitme508 2 ай бұрын

Awesome 👍

@monster21blog36 2 ай бұрын

Great job 👏

@communityprepper6153 Ай бұрын

slow and steady wins the race. If are now 25 years old....you'll own tons of firearms when you're 40. Gun collections don't happen over night.

@aaron.from.winchester6744 2 ай бұрын

Loved how dude flagged The Collector with the hulk Cabet at about 5:50.

@Fastgt2003 2 ай бұрын

3:19 she was into collecting before I was born.... DUDE my man how did u find her?

@alexeisenhardt9299 Ай бұрын

He meant before he started collecting I would assume

@2GuysTalkingPodcastNetwork Ай бұрын

Eeek - the "So"ing machine is in full effect here :) Be sure to start off your sentences with something different! Tremendous collections from both of these gentlemen. The concept of taking money that you have and putting it "AWAY" in an account to then buy something else is still a tried-and-true method of viable acquisition for anyone from any walk of life. I love that something even as firearms collection is based on the simple principle of choosing what to spend money on.

@commonsenseisntcommon1776 Ай бұрын

You must live in a free State like TEXAS or Tennessee.....................very nice collection

@Craefter 2 ай бұрын

The camera shots change way too fast. Yes, it looks flashy and each shot is well done but I have the feeling I'm watching a 12 minute TikTok video.

@st.louismissouri3312 2 ай бұрын

Who asked you?

@st.louismissouri3312 2 ай бұрын

Don’t like it? Move on big girl

@Craefter 2 ай бұрын

@@st.louismissouri3312 KZbin did, with the reply function.

@Craefter 2 ай бұрын

@@st.louismissouri3312 I did and that's the shame of it. :(

@ZRCards 2 ай бұрын

Completely agree this is too hard to watch

@northernninety7 2 ай бұрын

1. I should've gotten fde guns sooner if I knew I'd be a fanatic for them. 2. I wish my collection was more diversified, I have mostly 9mm pistols. 3. 45 super was a waste of my time and money. 4. Skipping the bad pocket holster I got. 5. Buying a safe rather than so many guns.

@thenotoriousvlog5986 2 ай бұрын

Collector I have a question for you. For you to be able to afford the collection of firearms you have plus living expenses. Do you own your own business now? I’m interested to know how you started from bottom now your here.

@mattbloom1004 2 ай бұрын

Id like to know where you bought all the war guns? Like gun broker? Auctions?

@TheGunisher 2 ай бұрын

Whats up brother! I started my small collection (and growing) but im using my second master bedroom walk-in closet as my gun room to display them and to keep them locked up lol I know i need to reinforce the walls but how much would a vault door run me and to install it? and or should i use a false door like a book shelf or something like that to hide the room and to keep the cost down. Thank you 🙏

@carljohnson6264 Ай бұрын

First thing I would discuss Is STORAGE AND HUMIDITY protection. Depending on where you live, You MUST PROTECT your investment. So step one: PROPER MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE Also INSURANCE: I have special collectible insurance. My advice is , before you buy a single collectible: have your space , cleaning supplies, insurance , and SECURITY set up.

@001alien. 2 ай бұрын

Uncle Collector has come to set the price and price of his stuff for us and show us off and give us the money he bought for himself, he should show off his price to us, users and people.

@davidwollenberg1758 2 ай бұрын

Well what I would collect Lugar's P 38's old 1911s. Lever action cowboy guns mostly antiques Mauser's. Walther P PK's Smith & Wesson revolvers old ones. AK's ARs

@nazareth4u524 Ай бұрын

I'm with ya man!!. Love the world war II stuff. Shot Cowboy action for 10 years. Still got all those guns also. And of course AK's and AR's. 😊

@davidwollenberg1758 Ай бұрын

@@nazareth4u524 Well I like antique cowboy guns lever action but I'm not smart enough to know what what's what and what's a good price. And I really don't have that kind of money to throw around.

@WW_SHTFF_WW 2 ай бұрын

I like your light brown walls better. They look more classy.

@tonyr5954 2 ай бұрын

Curious about your total number of firearms. Do you keep a log book for insurance purposes?

@johnkruse4068 2 ай бұрын

What do you look for in WWll weapons. I started my WWl and WWll collection

@WW_SHTFF_WW 2 ай бұрын

Question...what mistakes did you get rid of? How do you get rid of them?

@mrcluckles2931 2 ай бұрын

Hey man I just would like to know what kind of job do you have and how could someone like me get a collection like yours one day?

@maximpestsolutions3696 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the Video 👌. Great advice 👍. Cheers 🙏✝️💛.

@galantprgaming2640 2 ай бұрын

Hello collector, I am interested in starting my collection but I have some questions, I would like to know if you could help me?

@chrisblaney5365 Ай бұрын

do you have your own range

@theoverzealouscollector8198 2 ай бұрын

Great video! I was one of your first subs! I’m 4 yrs in and at about 80k, but I stay within the 2k range per gun before attachments and mods. You should totally throw a contest for a sub to win a day at your house. You could even take the proceeds and buy the sub their unobtainable dream gun. Just dreaming 😂

@l2azorback 2 ай бұрын

Who are you using to insure your guns?

@TheCollectorOfFirepower 2 ай бұрын

Chubb

@datdudenosense Ай бұрын

I can't figure out if this guy never gets bored, or is always bored.😏😏

@emadandalmirbarcelona6535 2 ай бұрын

What’s the name of the insurance company for gun insurance

@JamesGomes-o3b 2 ай бұрын

Can you please post videos of you shooting guns lol like the really cool ones !

@timothystewart6672 2 ай бұрын

Yeah I did the opposite of all of this and as of right now I'm sitting on just about 100k in collectors items. The banks, insurance, whoever thinks I owe them money. They will get it when I'm ready to give it to them.