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Other hobbies with these economics?

Audio seems to have an interesting set of economics for the consumer. Items depreciate substantially the minute they "drive off the lot", but remain just as "valuable" for many, many years in most cases. With proper care, these components retain basically 100% of their performance and usefulness, even with daily use. Compared to autos, computers, boats, etc., a well-cared-for used audio component is just as valuable, but much cheaper, than a new copy of the same thing.

Are there other hobbies where this relationship holds up?

kthomas
hotcorocket
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I have two Japanese Samuari dolls dating back to 1956 and 1965. Both are all Porceilin with cases. I had a chance to buy a female doll made in 1912. I turned my back for a split second and it vanished.
garfish
1,840 posts
 
I agree with firearms as noted above. And especially if fired no more than moderately and well cared for. Some collectors just buy to collect and NEVER fire them, but I personally can't see doing that-- I want to know more about the firearm. Good firearms actually hold their valve much better than good stereo equipment. But I understand your point about "daily use"-- stereo equipment would excel there. Cheers. Craig
mdomnick
331 posts
 
Unreal Tournament!!!

Tweaking and learning from my home network to advance my career actually. But hey, a little UT is good for the soul.
ben_campbell
1,164 posts
 
I'm studying to be a lawyer on the cheap,so I can add to my already numerous friends in the Audio trade-Cyber and terrestial,it makes sense.............
gunbei
2,327 posts
 
Unreal Tournament??!!!!! No!!!!!!

QUAKE!!!!!!!!! Q3 Team Arena!!!!

Mdominick, fragging sure does make the day easier, doesn't it?

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