Smith wesson 27 finishing issue?
- Thread starter Jeremy
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S&W sent you a free ticket to ship the gun? SHIP THE GUN!.
Seriously, if the seller calls tonight and wants the gun, tell him you already sent it to S&W. And send the gun to S&W!
S&W will check it out, I'm sure they want to ensure that it didn't leave the factory that way, and they can tell you what was done, and how. And if it can be fixed (and how much). If the frame is sprung, it might not be repairable. S&W is the best people to make that call.
After they inspect, and inform you, you can decide how best to proceed. Right now, even with good pictures, you can't determine if the finish damage is ALL that is wrong with it. S&W can tell if anything else is wrong with it.
The seller can try and stiff you, its possible. They might try to wait you out. They could still be trying to figure out the best way for them to handle your complaint. A finding from S&W about the gun moves things beyond the "your word only" as to the guns condition. I would think that is a useful bargaining chip, should it be needed.
Given evidence, the seller may make up their mind to make it right with you. They may not, but one should give them the opportunity.
Seriously, if the seller calls tonight and wants the gun, tell him you already sent it to S&W. And send the gun to S&W!
S&W will check it out, I'm sure they want to ensure that it didn't leave the factory that way, and they can tell you what was done, and how. And if it can be fixed (and how much). If the frame is sprung, it might not be repairable. S&W is the best people to make that call.
After they inspect, and inform you, you can decide how best to proceed. Right now, even with good pictures, you can't determine if the finish damage is ALL that is wrong with it. S&W can tell if anything else is wrong with it.
The seller can try and stiff you, its possible. They might try to wait you out. They could still be trying to figure out the best way for them to handle your complaint. A finding from S&W about the gun moves things beyond the "your word only" as to the guns condition. I would think that is a useful bargaining chip, should it be needed.
Given evidence, the seller may make up their mind to make it right with you. They may not, but one should give them the opportunity.
Bought a 27 from same dealer-Similar problem
This spring I bought a Classic 27 from Oak Hill via Guns International. I live in Wisconsin. The force cone was extremely rough and the front of the cylinder was scored. Every time you pulled the trigger there were more and deeper gouges. I called S and W and they sent me a label. Ten days later the Classic 27 was back with a glossy dark blue refinished cylinder and a force cone that looked like it came from the Performance Center. You can ask yourslf if this dealer finds problem guns and sells online where you can't inspect the gun before you buy. I would never again buy a gun from someone without having total confidence in them. I buy only locally and from Bud's.
This spring I bought a Classic 27 from Oak Hill via Guns International. I live in Wisconsin. The force cone was extremely rough and the front of the cylinder was scored. Every time you pulled the trigger there were more and deeper gouges. I called S and W and they sent me a label. Ten days later the Classic 27 was back with a glossy dark blue refinished cylinder and a force cone that looked like it came from the Performance Center. You can ask yourslf if this dealer finds problem guns and sells online where you can't inspect the gun before you buy. I would never again buy a gun from someone without having total confidence in them. I buy only locally and from Bud's.
"What happened to that new gun, Pete?"
"Well, boss, I went out to try it and I dropped it, then the Cat that's digging up the parking lot ran over it and scratched it all up and bent the frame and crushed the cylinder."
"Well, it's a new gun, so just swab on some cold blue and stick it back in the box. We'll peddle it to some sucker on the Internet as New In Box which is no lie. But make sure the buyer is far away - I sure don't want him walking in that door with the gun in his hand. It might still work."
Jim
"Well, boss, I went out to try it and I dropped it, then the Cat that's digging up the parking lot ran over it and scratched it all up and bent the frame and crushed the cylinder."
"Well, it's a new gun, so just swab on some cold blue and stick it back in the box. We'll peddle it to some sucker on the Internet as New In Box which is no lie. But make sure the buyer is far away - I sure don't want him walking in that door with the gun in his hand. It might still work."
Jim
Jeremy, its your choice, and I also would find someone else to buy from.
If you haven't already sent it off, think for a moment. You probably just want things over with, and I understand that. But sending the gun back to the guy(s) that sold you a used, damaged and repaired gun as new, is that really the best thing?
S&W said they wanted to see it. They sent you a shipping label, I would have sent it to them. I feel you should have, but if its a done deal, so be it.
If I were a shady dealer, I would certainly want that gun back, and before S&W got to look at it! Not only will getting it back keep me out of hot water with S&W, I get the chance to sell it again, to someone else!
I hope you can find the gun you want, in the condition you expect. I am sure eventually, you will. I have some guns (admittedly, rare or uncommon ones) that I have hunted for decades before finding one that met my desire.
Good luck to you, and yours.
If you haven't already sent it off, think for a moment. You probably just want things over with, and I understand that. But sending the gun back to the guy(s) that sold you a used, damaged and repaired gun as new, is that really the best thing?
S&W said they wanted to see it. They sent you a shipping label, I would have sent it to them. I feel you should have, but if its a done deal, so be it.
If I were a shady dealer, I would certainly want that gun back, and before S&W got to look at it! Not only will getting it back keep me out of hot water with S&W, I get the chance to sell it again, to someone else!
I hope you can find the gun you want, in the condition you expect. I am sure eventually, you will. I have some guns (admittedly, rare or uncommon ones) that I have hunted for decades before finding one that met my desire.
Good luck to you, and yours.
buck460XVR
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I agree. Online businesses that do shady dealings need to be given the credit they deserve.
buck460XVR
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Iffin you Google "Oak Hills Guns" you'll find several stories similar to the O.P.s.
This is a good example of the benefits of a credit card / debit card. I will not do a non face to face transaction of any sizable amount without using one
