Originally Posted by
Supercharged1
I can only speak to handguns, but I always keep the original plastic boxes (haven't been doing this long enough to see any with cardboard). I store the manuals and any replaced or upgraded parts in them so I know where to find them later if needed. I agree that I wouldn't pay more for an original box but I do consider it a plus if it is included in the sale.
Here's a follow-on question though- if you don't keep the guns in the original boxes (I don't) then how do you store them in your cabinet/safe? Padded sleeves, those rod-hanger things, big old pile?