Bonedaddy 13 #1 January 31, 2015 I know this isn't the place for it so I'm not advertising gear for sale. All I need is some advice on what, if anything, I can sell this gear for so I can then put it in the Classifieds. I've got a 1981 Pegasus 7-cell (with no mods) is very good condition and 146 jumps on it, a 1982 Firefly reserve with 2 reserve rides on it, and a 1982 original Vector. I unpacked the Pegasus the other day and it's still in great shape. Presumably, the Firefly reserve is as well but i didn't unpack it. Any estimates on what to sell this gear for would be appreciated. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pchapman 261 #2 January 31, 2015 $300?? but probably only to someone who has jumped at least 25years and understands the old stuff Heck, having gotten licensed in '90 I still know the differences between a Vector I and II, think I know a Firefly is to Firelite as Django is to Glide Path, but don't know whether a Pegasus was fast opening or slow opening, although I know it was really popular back then. It would be a fun old rig to play with and show off, especially if in garish early 80s colours --- or was it all bounce-and-blend by then? I just don't know. Sorry, but the rig is pretty much only of interest for old gear enthusiasts with spare cash -- even if technically it may be is fully functional in saving one's life. Edit: I'm saying this as someone who has jumped even older gear so I'm not against old stuff per se. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
councilman24 36 #3 January 31, 2015 You got a reasonable number above. As reference I paid $750 for a 1990's Vector II, Raven reserve, and original Sabre. And that was a rig I knew the history of. I haven't heard Firefly reserve in a long time. I'm not sure I'd pack it no matter what the condition, based on design and age. And I don't own any equipment newer than 1997 except AAD's.EVERYTHING opened NORMALLY in the 80's. None of these new canopies that streamer and then eventually open even though you should have cut them away. I'm old for my age. Terry Urban D-8631 FAA DPRE Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RiggerLee 61 #4 February 1, 2015 How many line groups did the fire fly have? I seem to recall it having only A, B, and C lines, no D's. LeeLee [email protected] www.velocitysportswear.com Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pchapman 261 #5 February 1, 2015 You are correct. A significant difference from the later Firelite also of 172 ft. sq. I did not know that and had to check the manual. Used the regular 400 lb Dacron lines. When one is used to A,B,C,D, having 25% fewer lines (excluding brake lines) might make one a little more nervous about the reserve! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcordell 2 #6 February 1, 2015 I have a quantum joule with no d lines from 1986. Steep glide, decent flare. I believe the firefly was a 177. They made a firefly main and reserve and the main was 177, both 7 cell. I'd pack it for someone if it is airworthy. Nothing st all wrong with old gear. I just packed a phantom 24 into my vector 1 that serves as my 3rd rig with the joule main and I wouldn't hesitate to jump it if my sabre 2 and triathlon were both unpacked and I wanted to make a load real quick.www.facebook.com/FlintHillsRigging Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
