Donzi 22 Classic vs Howard Custom 28 Bullet Closed Bow — Depreciation Comparison

Donzi 22 Classic vs Howard Custom 28 Bullet Closed Bow: 5-year value retention (59% vs 59%), resale value, and cost of ownership head-to-head. Donzi 22 Classic holds its value better.

On five-year value retention the Donzi 22 Classic comes out ahead, holding about 59% of its value versus 59% for the Howard Custom 28 Bullet Closed Bow. Over the first five years the Donzi 22 Classic loses roughly $41,656 while the Howard Custom 28 Bullet Closed Bow loses about $69,290 — a gap near $27,634.

First-year drop is the biggest factor: the Donzi 22 Classic sheds about 8% in year one versus 8% for the Howard Custom 28 Bullet Closed Bow. If you buy used, the steeper early drop is what the original owner absorbs.

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