bought a used rifle from a dealer in NY

[Dylan_]

Update- the shop is giving me store credit for $50 less than I bought the rifle for after a long heated talk on the phone.

now I will be looking for a new rifle similar to the looks of an AR that will be good for target shooting. Any recommendations?

 

[kev74]

Update- the shop is giving me store credit for $50 less than I bought the rifle for after a long heated talk on the phone.

now I will be looking for a new rifle similar to the looks of an AR that will be good for target shooting. Any recommendations?

Let me know if I've got this right....

-The gun store sold you a broken rifle.
- They initially didn't want to make it right for you.
- You brought it to a gunsmith, and (I'm guessing) he told you it wasn't fixable or worth fixing.
- You again took it up with the gun store, and this time they offered you store credit for $50 less than you paid. Maybe so you could buy another broken gun?

If I've got this right, you're a lot more understanding than I am.

 

[Dylan_]

Let me know if I've got this right....

-The gun store sold you a broken rifle.
- They initially didn't want to make it right for you.
- You brought it to a gunsmith, and (I'm guessing) he told you it wasn't fixable or worth fixing.
- You again took it up with the gun store, and this time they offered you store credit for $50 less than you paid. Maybe so you could buy another broken gun?

If I've got this right, you're a lot more understanding than I am.

yep. I want to be done with it. I’ll buy a NEW rifle off the guy and never go back.

 

[Robin]

If that is the best he will do then get your new gun, cut your loss and move on. Me, in the same situation, after the deal was done I'd square up to him, look him in the eye and tell him calmly and without rancor, I won't be back, my family won't be back my friends will be back.
Robin

 

[Dylan_]

If that is the best he will do then get your new gun, cut your loss and move on. Me, in the same situation, after the deal was done I'd square up to him, look him in the eye and tell him calmly and without rancor, I won't be back, my family won't be back my friends will be back.
Robin

that’s exactly what will happen when I’m walking out of the store with my new gun in my possession. Once that happens you will all know what dealer to stay away from

 

[togmaster]

Let me know if I've got this right....

-The gun store sold you a broken rifle.
- They initially didn't want to make it right for you.
- You brought it to a gunsmith, and (I'm guessing) he told you it wasn't fixable or worth fixing.
- You again took it up with the gun store, and this time they offered you store credit for $50 less than you paid. Maybe so you could buy another broken gun?

If I've got this right, you're a lot more understanding than I am.

Understanding is putting it mildly.

 

[CaseHardened]

Understanding is putting it mildly.

I'd make damn sure the new rifle is not overpriced.

Yes, there are times when it may be best to cut your losses if they are not too high.

 

[ArmedCorgi]

Update- the shop is giving me store credit for $50 less than I bought the rifle for after a long heated talk on the phone.

now I will be looking for a new rifle similar to the looks of an AR that will be good for target shooting. Any recommendations?

What is your price range?

 

[BDinPutnam]

So let me get this straight- you get to pay them 50 bucks for the pleasure of possibly buying another lemon from them?

Dude.

Name and shame. I would think small shops couldn't afford bad publicity but sounds like someone needs some.

 

[meketrefe]

What about if you Get the credit and buy a glock even if it is a used one. They have life time warranty that actually works for life.
Then save to buy a quality 22LR rifle like a 10/22 with a nice match 16" barrel.

 

[Dylan_]

What about if you Get the credit and buy a glock even if it is a used one. They have life time warranty that actually works for life.
Then save to buy a quality 22LR rifle like a 10/22 with a nice match 16" barrel.

I was looking at the Ruger rpr .22lr
I would like a NYS compliant sport looking rifle.

 

[Dylan_]

So let me get this straight- you get to pay them 50 bucks for the pleasure of possibly buying another lemon from them?

Dude.

Name and shame. I would think small shops couldn't afford bad publicity but sounds like someone needs some.

I am only purchasing new this time. Shop will be ordering it. Once it’s in my possession I am naming and shaming. It’s bullshit but it’s better than nothing at this point. I’ll take the $50 hit.

 

[kev74]

Just a thought, but if you were to go and see them in person Monday or Tuesday when they're busy before Christmas, they might offer you more favorable return terms to make you go away.

 

[PA Guns & Ammo]

I am only purchasing new this time. Shop will be ordering it. Once it’s in my possession I am naming and shaming. It’s bullshit but it’s better than nothing at this point. I’ll take the $50 hit.

If you do not mind me asking, how much did you pay for the broken gun?

 

[Dylan_]

Just a thought, but if you were to go and see them in person Monday or Tuesday when they're busy before Christmas, they might offer you more favorable return terms to make you go away.

f em.They lost my business for good after this. I frequently purchase firearms as does my father. I’ll start buying right from a competitor of his from now on. Worst part was this shop was recommended to me. $50 wont kill me although it is bullshit and he should refund all my money but I’ll take what I can get while everyone is still civil.

If you do not mind me asking, how much did you pay for the broken gun?

$450 with the “compliant” mag lock.

 

[Twogunwilly]

North or south of the Batten kill?

 

[dsdmmat]

f em.They lost my business for good after this. I frequently purchase firearms as does my father. I’ll start buying right from a competitor of his from now on. Worst part was this shop was recommended to me. $50 wont kill me although it is bullshit and he should refund all my money but I’ll take what I can get while everyone is still civil.


$450 with the “compliant” mag lock.

Dylan, you are being a good sport about this. Glad you found this forum, we are here to help.

 

[GOYABEAN]

This shop is what gives Good Shops a bad reputation buyer beware if buying used or New look over firearm carefully check function and don't be afraid to shop around plenty of great information on line you tube there's many videos of people who have ran into issues with certain firearms brands $50 might not seem like a great amount but it's the principal of the thing if they were reputable FFL either refund in full or they would replace with another or one of equal value ! Dirtbag shop owner must have been a politician at one time spread the word fakebook Craigslist FUCK EM further more if this rifle is in a AR style platform he at least can easily replace the broken upper

 

[byron]

I bought a used 357 kassnar back in the 70s from Ed Harts gun supply in Bath took it home and it was shaving the bullit. took it back down told him what it was doing he ask me what I wanted to do told him I wanted a 357 he allowed me the full price I paid and gave me a big discount on a new Rugar Blackhawk 357 I walked out with a brand new gun for about 30 bucks more than the old Kassner. wish they were still around got a lot of great deals from them.

 

[Dylan_]

It was an AR. I didn’t want it after this. Gave my father the $400 credit. He bought a .22 and a shotgun I went and bought an AR at the range I belong to. Worked out in the long run but it’s the principal. He should have done what’s right from the get go. I won’t return.

 

[nortatoga]

I am only purchasing new this time. Shop will be ordering it. Once it’s in my possession I am naming and shaming. It’s bullshit but it’s better than nothing at this point. I’ll take the $50 hit.

Have you change your mind about the naming and shaming? I live in northern Saratoga County and would be interested in which shop it was.

You could send me a PM? ( start a conversation )

 

[Twogunwilly]

Is the shop in a town or rural?

 

[Robin]

Is it larger than a bread box?
What does it smell like?
If I click my heels three times can I get there from here?
And last, If Obama had a son, would he shop there?
Robin

 

[GOYABEAN]

Is it larger than a bread box?
What does it smell like?
If I click my heels three times can I get there from here?
And last, If Obama had a son, would he shop there?
Robin

And don't forget

 

[timboy]

 

[Robin]

It seems, like his lyrics, Dylan is blowing in the wind.
Robin

 

[dsdmmat]

I am going to close this thread. If you want to know the shop’s name PM the OP.