If I had just waited to pay for the gun when I received it instead of paying when I ordered, I would be golden. I am sure. I just figured they extended the rebate because they were not meeting demand, guess they didn't extend the rebate, just started a new one. Because of the way I purchased the gun, I am in limbo on the rebate. Too late for the first one because I did not have a S/N for the paperwork and too early on the second because I paid when I ordered. Just seems they are using their inability to meet demand as a way out of paying the rebate in this case. I know, I know, rules are rules. Just very frustrated with the entire experience. Yes, S&W does not do custom orders and that is why I never dreamed it would be an issue to order one of their guns.
It really is a great gun though. Not really a big gun guy. Just started getting into this. This is only the second gun I have purchased. But, I like it much more than my first one (which is my wifes) a Sig 1911 C3.
Rastoff, I too do not look for special treatment because I served. Just figured they are offering the rebate, I would submit. The only time I even go to a military base/facility is for work. Can't remember the last time I used a commissary. I think it was sometime around my 10 year mark in the Navy, that would be 20+ years ago?? Damn I am getting old.
Will have to wait and see what they say to my email. But, I learned alot in this entire process. Next time I buy a gun, it will be off the shelf, so to speak.
