I am considering bidding on a gun on auctionarms.com or gunbroker.com. I frequently check these sites for gun prices.
Have you ever bought a gun from these or other sites? Would you recommend using them?
I am concerned about buying a gun I don't handle and about added FFL transfer and shipping fees. What should I look for? Are their code words the sellers use for bad guns?
2007-03-16 09:26:02 · 16 answers · asked by The Nature Boy 2 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
I've bought and sold new, and used firearms online, through gunbroker.com, and other shooting forums which I frequent. I have always had good experiences, but the possibility of getting ripped off certainly does exist,
The sellers on gunbroker.com who I've purchased from have had excellent feedback, and excellent return policies. Purchases I've made through different discussion forums have been through someone I know, or someone who has been vouched for by other trusted members.
I'm all for supporting local gun shops, but when I can save over $100.00 or more out the door through buying online, I'm going to buy online. A local gun store chain in So. CA could not compete with the deal I received online. Just take everything into consideration before diving in. I highly recommend finding a local FFL Dealer through gunbroker.com who will handle the transfer for you. Most Dealers I've used have been more than helpful. Who knows? Maybe you'll find one who will be competitive with the pricing you find online.
Good luck, and stay safe.
2007-03-16 22:36:04 · answer #1 · answered by sub_moa_shooter 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldn't recommend it. Whenever my Dad and I go to buy a rifle or pistol or any other firearm we look down the barrel and etc. In other words we examine it so we know whether or not if its a mock up Beretta or some cheap @$$ brand that for all we know doesn't exist. That's what we do when we go to a gun show. When we go to a place like Bass Pro Shops or Cabelas we just look for any knicks, scratches, etc.
My point is, is that its best that you have a real life look at the gun and that you don't rely on photo's. For all you know you are probably looking at some piece of crap that the firing pin isn't even stretched out enough. And returning the gun if you can will also be a hassle with shipping, fees, papers to sign, and etc. Where as if you go to Bass Pro Shops or some other local gun shop all you have to do is go back and return the firearm without any fees or anything. So its in your best interests to go to a gun shop.
2007-03-16 12:31:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Buying a standard gun online is not worth it. It must be shipped to an FFL holder who will charge you for the transfer. Check with your local large sporting goods chain. Big 5, D!cks, Academy, Sportsmen's Warehouse, Cabela's. Take a look at the Remington 870 and the Mossberg 500. A 12 gauge is more practical and common. Try and get a combination set with a wingshooting barrel that has interchangeable chokes and a rifled barrel to use with sabot slugs. The Hornaday SST sabot slug will give you the best performance out of a rifled barrel.
2016-03-29 01:59:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's best to actually hold the gun to see how it fits you and how it feels. If you're certain you like the gun, then online stores can offer really good prices. That is, if you can find an FFL dealer that won't charge a fortune which doesn't make buying online any cheaper than in a gun shop.
2007-03-16 14:06:13 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would want to hold the gun and check it out myself but I know that these sites you are talking about are used and quite often talked about at my workplace. You will have to have it sent to a local dealer who will charge you an additional fee, so I would check with them to see what they charge or if they are willing to do it. Theft is allways a concern as well, are you buying a stolen gun? If you do decide to buy it take the serial number to the P.D. first and have them run it.
2007-03-16 12:24:52 · answer #5 · answered by sean s 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I have both sold and purchased guns on line. Be sure you know the seller's inspection and return policy. You and the FFL that did the transfer for you can inspect the gun on arrival and return it if it does not meet your approval. If that is not OK with the seller, don't buy from him. Good luck.
2007-03-16 17:34:45 · answer #6 · answered by WESS LB 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As With most auctions of this sort they are as-is, shipping will be to a local gun dealer where you live, I would check with them before you buy, read all the auction detail's before buying, I have found some great deals at other sites, although I restore weapons for my collection, so condition is as much a factor for me
2007-03-16 09:36:29 · answer #7 · answered by George G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I used them before.
I bought my semi-auto AK-47 from gunbroker.
However, this was my only purchase but it was barely used and everything matched the data on the site.
However, there probably will be people trying to rip you off or selling guns that have been shot to hell.
But as far as my experience, it's the best place to get cheap guns.
2007-03-16 09:31:08 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Always look at a gun before buying it
2007-03-16 11:21:19 · answer #9 · answered by Nick 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
No you should look at a gun before you buy it
2007-03-16 10:23:09 · answer #10 · answered by Eric 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋