Beware of Gunbroker

[8shot]

I purchased a revolver scope base advertised as a S&W revolver scope base, but received a scope base for a Ruger pistol in a EGW package marked as a S&W base.

Obviously it was not what was advertised, I contacted EGW and they stated that the part number on the package did not show in their system. I contacted the seller and he called me a liar. I have the email from EGW that I wanted to forward to him.

The Gunbroker seller bmgunsmith (Wardensville, WV) said send it back which I did, he replied that he is only going to pay me the original purchase price, Not a Full Cost Refund of $23.86. BTW He required a money order for payment.

The seller then blocked me from communicating with him.

My cost to date is $23.86 for the original purchase & tax, $2.35 for the money order, $5.50 for the return postage for a total cost of $31.71 for his mistakes and I do not have a sight base.

So I'm $9.71 in the hole for his mistake.

Made a claim via GUNBROKER - GUNBROKER Replied: Claim Denied - Below Deductible

So much for the Gunbroker Buyer Protection Program

 

[Xfuzz]

You got off very cheap compared to some transactions..

 

[SnidelyWhiplash]

I had a similar experience with a eBay vendor I had dealt with a number of times without issue. I bought a set of handgun grips from them that did not fit properly. I sent them back and received a refund. They then banned me buying or even bidding on their sales…nor would they answer numerous inquiries why.

 

[Mike SC Hunter]

I had a similar experience with a eBay vendor I had dealt with a number of times without issue. I bought a set of handgun grips from them that did not fit properly. I sent them back and received a refund. They then banned me buying or even bidding on their sales…nor would they answer numerous inquiries why.

Who is the ebay vendor we need to avoid???

 

[8shot]

I had a similar experience with a eBay vendor I had dealt with a number of times without issue. I bought a set of handgun grips from them that did not fit properly. I sent them back and received a refund. They then banned me buying or even bidding on their sales…nor would they answer numerous inquiries why.

I have had really good experiences with the Ebay Buyer Protection Plan.

 

[dben002]

I won't let my computer access Gunbroker. Way to many horror stories.

 

[Ματθιας]

Gunbroker protection plan states they don't cover Shipping cost, Transfer fees, Taxes.

Just a moment...

 

[8shot]

Gunbroker protection plan states they don't cover Shipping cost, Transfer fees, Taxes.

Just a moment...

10-4 but they should be in control of the sellers..

 

[rockquarry]

I purchased a revolver scope base advertised as a S&W revolver scope base, but received a scope base for a Ruger pistol in a EGW package marked as a S&W base.

Obviously it was not what was advertised, I contacted EGW and they stated that the part number on the package did not show in their system. I contacted the seller and he called me a liar. I have the email from EGW that I wanted to forward to him.

The Gunbroker seller bmgunsmith (Wardensville, WV) said send it back which I did, he replied that he is only going to pay me the original purchase price, Not a Full Cost Refund of $23.86. BTW He required a money order for payment.

The seller then blocked me from communicating with him.

My cost to date is $23.86 for the original purchase & tax, $2.35 for the money order, $5.50 for the return postage for a total cost of $31.71 for his mistakes and I do not have a sight base.

So I'm $9.71 in the hole for his mistake.

Made a claim via GUNBROKER - GUNBROKER Replied: Claim Denied - Below Deductible

So much for the Gunbroker Buyer Protection Program

I found that out, too, but it was for a lot more money. I haven't bought anything off Gunbroker in many years.

 

[Ματθιας]

10-4 but they should be in control of the sellers..

But how should GB control sellers?

I'm under the impression that ALL GB sales are "as-is" unless specifically stated otherwise.

 

[cololab]

Ebay definitely favors buyere, GB not so much.

 

[Bald1]

And some GB vendors can be very aggressive in leaving bad reviews about the buyer, even though buyer did nothing wrong. I had a seller straight up lie to me twice with regards to receiving payment and shipping. When I left him a negative review he called me a newbie pandemic buyer. Idiot !

 

[Martyk]

Caveat Emptor on ANY & ALL purchases, whether in person or online, but one needs to be especially diligent regarding online purchases. Although I'm sure there are some tempting deals on GunJoker, I avoid it like the plague. JMHO & YMMV

 

[Farmer17]

I've bought a bunch of guns from gunbroker and never had a bad experience. I admit that I havent't bought anything from them in the last year or two because I've bought all new guns directly from dealers.

 

[Yendor357]

You're complaining about $9.71?

Seriously?

I tell you what, you PM your name and address to me, and I'll send you $10.

 

[Protocall_Design]

Are you wanting to mount a tube scope or a red dot? I might have something in my parts bin that would work. I would send it for free. Money back guarantee.

 

[Mr. Vito]

I only use Gunbroker or Ebay to get an idea what a particular firearm is selling for, both for when I might buy or when I might want to sell. As a result I have never been ripped off by any internet vendor. I likely pay a bit more for whatever I buy, but by buying from a brick and mortar gun shop, and almost always buying new rather than used guns, I have never had a problem.

The one new gun that gave me grief was a sub compact Kimber bought years ago. But the store I bought it from stood behind their sale, and when two trips back to Kimber did not fix the problems they gave me a full credit for the price I had paid. You won't get that from Gunbroker or Ebay.

 

[Brian Parrish]

I don't gamble...
but I do shop on gunbroker

 

[Mike SC Hunter]

Who is the ebay vendor we need to avoid???

Not go tell us eh?

 

[taz666]

PM your name and address to me, and I'll send you $10.

Done ... you're the best Yendor357. Told my friends you'd hook them up!

 

[Roofuss]

I have 240+ transactions on Gunbroker since 2008 with an A+ rating and never had a problem. Most of these were pricey items not nickel / dime purchases, either. I always read the sellers feedback, and if there is any red flags, I do not deal with them. Gunbroker was sold a couple years ago to an outfit in California, and their track record leaves a bit to be desired .

 

[yeti]

What the heck?

Kudos to Yender357 for mercifully stopping whatever this was.
But wha?

 

[8shot]

But how should GB control sellers?

I'm under the impression that ALL GB sales are "as-is" unless specifically stated otherwise.

How about false advertising for one thing. So if a seller advertises a S&W revolver and sends you a Glock pistol..that's OK.

 

[8shot]

You're complaining about $9.71?

Seriously?

I tell you what, you PM your name and address to me, and I'll send you $10.

Wake up it's not about the funds just pointing out some info to potential buyers. I spend more money letting my car idle to warm up in the morning.

 

[glowe]

Please take the OP's advice and quit Gunbroker!! I am tired of getting outbid!

 

[Ματθιας]

How about false advertising for one thing. So if a seller advertises a S&W revolver and sends you a Glock pistol..that's OK.

We are not talking about a firearm. We are talking about the wrong part being sent to you.

It's not false advertising, he sent you the wrong, miss marked part. He took it back, and he made you whole minus shipping and taxes/fees. Did he not?

GB denied you because as you stated it's Below Deductible. What's the deductible?

Am I missing something?

 

[8shot]

We are not talking about a firearm. We are talking about the wrong part being sent to you.

It's not false advertising, he sent you the wrong, miss marked part. He took it back, and he made you whole minus shipping and taxes/fees. Did he not?

GB denied you because as you stated it's Below Deductible. What's the deductible?

Am I missing something?

Does it really matter what he advertised and sold? Gunbroker is not policing their sellers PERIOD! You try to get answer from Gunbroker - they are not responsive

Guess you are OK with getting ripped off...like I mentioned it's not the dollar amount but being required to pay for the sellers mistakes and Gunbroker allowing him to get away with it.

 

[Ματθιας]

Does it really matter what he advertised and sold?

. Yeah, it does. The fact is he sold you a miss marked part and took it back, minus shipping taxes and fees.

Gunbroker is not policing their sellers PERIOD!

How do you want them to police seller? Specifically what do you want them to do?

You try to get answer from Gunbroker - they are not responsive

I haven't had problems.

Guess you are OK with getting ripped off...

Who said I was OK with anything? I've never been ripped off. I've been on GB for 15+ years with hundreds of transactions. A+ rating.

Any problems I've had, I've had one, I worked it out with the seller. I didn't involve GB. Maybe it's just me.

I've never had to use the Ebay protection plan either. Again, maybe it's just me.

like I mentioned it's not the dollar amount but being required to pay for the sellers mistakes and Gunbroker allowing him to get away with it.

It does seem to be th e dollar amount.

If you're this upset, perhaps, maybe, using GB isn't for you.

 

[collectordude]

He responded to your negative feedback

 

[-BTM-]

Gunbroker does feel a very important need, for me at least. I am in Northern California valley area, and the laws here make it very challenging to collect anything but current production models. A dealer can't sell a 14-6 or a 1989 vintage Classic Hunter as they aren't certified for sale. The only way to get a classic is to go C&R or find a private party that will sell it to you face to face, known as a private party transfer. Consignment sales are few and far between.

I have found what I need on Gunbroker, and so far the dealers I've worked with are legit.

I'm looking for project pistols, basically a cheap J or K frames.