Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Your Gold Jewelry Buying And Selling Experience Is Important To Us

Gold is a valuable market item. Every now and then, the price of gold fluctuates so it becomes pricier as time passes. If you have gold items like jewelry, coins, silverware and bullion that you no longer need and want to use for something else, here’s an option: you can sell your gold & silver to us! At A to Z Pawns, we buy gold items from customers who wish to sell their gold jewelry, gold watches, gold coins, gold silverware and other gold items in exchange for money or trade them for other valuable items. We operate a legit and fair business with our customers and we make sure that you get the right amount of money or value of goods in exchange for your gold items. If you are planning to sell gold items for the first time and you’re not sure what to do, we recommend that you keep these things in mind:

  • Make sure to know as much as possible about the item you wish to sell. You should be well-informed about the item or product that you are selling. A good amount of research and knowing the price ranges for the different karats of gold will help you with your gold transaction.
  • Get an appraisal for your gold items’ value before you directly sell to a pawnshop. If you have a set or pieces of gold jewelry that you wish to sell, we recommend that you have it appraised by jewelers at jewelry shops near you. If you bring the piece into us, we can provide with a quote on the spot on what we are willing to pay.
  • Don’t be afraid to haggle or negotiate with pawnshop dealers. Your items will usually be priced less than the original price because they’re not brand new, have designs that are no longer in style, and have been tampered by aging. These things make the pieces a bit harder to resell. However, if you think that your items are still worth more than the offered price, you can try to negotiate with the dealer to buy them at a little higher price. Dealers have their own thresholds for haggling prices.
  There are many pawnshops located in different areas in Phoenix, AZ, but you want to find a pawn shop that has been serving the community for a good amount of time. The best way of finding one that works for you is to check on their business history. A successful and trustworthy pawnshop should have the following qualities:
  • They have good people for their staff. A successful pawnshop can’t be successful without their staff who offer their customers good service and respectful treatment. A shop’s customer service should be reasonably fair and objective; no customer should be treated differently from other customers.
  • They provide correct or accurate information. When you call a shop for inquiries, the information they provide you on the phone should match what you see when you visit their shop.
  • They carefully check your goods or items for selling before they give or offer you a price. Trustworthy pawnshops should price your items objectively and fairly through careful assessment.
  • They deal with other types of valuables and have a long list of loyal patrons who trust in their services. One way of telling if a pawnshop is trustworthy is by knowing how long they’ve been in business. Successful shops and dealers have well-established reputations and have been running their business for more than a decade—no business can last that long if they don’t provide reliable services to their customers.
  A to Z Pawns has all these qualities and more. With our business running successfully for over 25 years, we are confident that you won’t regret doing business with us. If you are looking to sell your valuable items, we can definitely help you with that. We buy, sell and trade different types of valuable goods like jewelry, electronics, collectibles, antiques and many more. Definitely, you can sell your gold to us whether it is jewelry, coins, or watches!

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Phoenix, AZ 85023

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Thursday, February 22, 2018

Looking To Buy a New Gun This Year? Check Out A To Z Pawns

If you’re in the market for a new firearm then make sure you check out A to Z Pawns to find both new, like new and used guns for sale or trade in Phoenix.

A handgun’s condition is the most important consideration. Used handguns can be categorized into three different main conditions: excellent, good, and poor. Excellent condition guns are ones that are still in mint condition. They are either well cared for by their previous owners or they were sold barely used or even unused. You will rarely have problems with this type of secondhand guns.

 

Good condition guns, on the other hand, are guns that have a solid foundation and can be restored or customized with little effort. They have pristine frames and the slide still fits well. The railing should not have any cracks or damages.

Also, check the safety. Workable guns should have a safety that is still working. In addition, check if all of its parts can be moved without any obvious difficulty.

When getting workable guns, always keep in mind that you may need to get parts to restore these guns. In some cases depending on the age of the gun, this process can be a little pricey to get some of those parts.

 

Poor condition guns are those that were abused (i.e. wear and tear) or uncared for. They may have rusting parts and may produce screeching sounds when parts are moved. On these types of guns, the safety also generally does not work either.

Regarding the safety: Make sure that the decocking lever can be switched easily. Also, if you already know that the gun is in poor condition, ask the shop clerk or owner if you can take the gun apart. This is crucial because this is the only way you can check the firing pin safety.

The firing pin should not stick out of the chamber or hood area when you push it into the gun’s slide. Also, when you push the firing in after depressing the safety plunger, it must not move when you release the gun’s plunger.

If the safety pin moved, it might be because the safety plunger is dirty or is already worn out. If it is just dirty or filled with crud, try cleaning it and then test it again.

When the safety of the gun is okay, move on to checking the barrel. Get a feel of the barrel. If there are bumps or bulges you may want to look into finding another gun — the previous owner might have fired it and/or there was a blockage on the barrel.

Lastly, check the gun’s sights. You just need to make sure that they are aligned or in proper position. However, if you see that the gun’s sights are damaged, you must question how roughly the previous owner had handled the gun. After all, it is difficult to get that part damaged.

 

Whether it’s a handgun, rifle, or shotgun, you can be sure to find one according to your preferences and needs at A to Z Pawns. We’ve been in the business for 25 years, and our staff is well-trained when it comes to firearms. So if you aren’t sure which type of firearm best suits you, just let our staff help you narrow down your options.

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Phoenix, AZ 85023

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Thursday, February 8, 2018

Pawning Stereo Equipment Vintage vs Newer Technology

When it comes to music and audio in general, the debate between vintage and modern never disappears from discussions. Many hardcore audiophiles can be commonly seen as die hard vintage audio equipment lovers. Take guitarists for example. They will go crazy over tube amps over modern amp simulators anytime, even if it is combined with high-end solid state speakers. But their passion for vintage audio gears is not unfounded. One can safely say that when it comes to amplifiers and receivers, older or vintage is better. Even if they can suck a lot of wattage, older amplifiers are not ready to see the last of their days. And this does not apply to just amps; vintage stereo equipment can still hold on to their own as well. Compared to new surround-style speakers, whether they’re 5.1 or 7.1, old stereo equipment can still compete when it comes to sound quality. This is certainly true if you are going to use your speakers or audio system when listening to music. To be honest, you do not need a surround system when listening to music. Common music mix downs are always set to stereo: left and right. You do not need the extra speakers at the back. When an old stereo is pitted against a modern one, the discussion can become heated. After all, it is undisputed that new setups can faithfully replicate the intended sound of the music engineer. New solid state setups do not easily introduce additional noise or distortion. Even if you drive a modern stereo hard, it can be difficult to produce clipping.  

Response of Vintage Stereos

Vintage stereos can respond differently when the volume is raised. Smooth and warm distortions can appear. Of course, it does not apply to all vintage equipment. After all, each stereo back in the days had different sound characteristics; some refer to that as “personality.” And when it comes to the nitty-gritty, as it may sound harsh to hear, the introduction of mass production has transformed the audio quality produced by modern equipment. If you open up a new stereo and check its board, you can instantly know how production can be sloppy. Despite the QA or QC seal or sticker placed on it, you can see some solders that are loose and some wires just dangling. On the other hand, when you open up a vintage stereo, you will see how much care was placed when it was created. You will even wonder how these old devices are still working despite being decades old. Check the soldered wires and components, and they still appear pristine. A few parts have been covered with dust and cobwebs, but they still work fine. Of course, that makes sense. If they are being sold and still work, they have already withstood the test of time. These vintage speakers are built to last. And surely, they have already experienced wear and tear. However, it goes without saying that not all vintage stereos were created equal. As a buyer, and as a person who appreciates good sound, you should still inspect the vintage unit you will get. First, know the make and model of the device. After that, consult the Web or Google. Most vintage devices, especially audio equipment, are listed on audiophile websites. You can also check renowned online pawnshops, like A to Z Pawns. If it is listed, then you are sure that you are getting quality equipment. If it’s not listed, then personally check the performance and a few other details. Know when the equipment was made. Most stereos and speakers built during the 1970s are always of good quality. After all, the 70s was always considered as the Golden Age of audio devices. Even though the popularity of solid state equipment has soared in this generation, you should not ignore vintage versions, which are typically referred to as high-fidelity or hi-fi. If you want to pawn your vintage stereo or new stereo in Phoenix, we can help you. Get cash for your old or new stereo today.   A to Z Pawns 1818 W Bell Rd #105 Phoenix AZ 85023 (602) 866-0980 https://goo.gl/tKTeCq  

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1818 W Bell Rd #105

Phoenix, AZ 85023

(602) 866-0980

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