Bear Country 88
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I read that PC guns no longer come in that beautiful aluminum case. True?
Performance Center - Aluminum Case?
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jframefreak
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My 625-8 PC came in a gray plastic case. Build date on the gun was 4-10-10. It's true I'm afraid.
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My 327 R8 came in a blue plastic box just last month. It's a decent box, and a nice blue to boot... but it's nothing like the classic old aluminum PC case. Too bad. I was just posting here to see if perhaps I was the recipient of a little switcheroo at the dealer.
Thanks for the reply!
Thanks for the reply!
handgunner356
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The cases really weren't anything to brag about, dented easy, cheap latches/locks. I always thought they should have either used a better quaility case or just kept them in the standard box.
It is the decision of the party that is commissioning the Performance Center run as to how they are packaged.
Packaging alters the cost of the firearm.
Obviously the blue plastic box is the cheapest, the PC gun rug is a bit more expensive and the aluminum case is the most expensive.
Packaging alters the cost of the firearm.
Obviously the blue plastic box is the cheapest, the PC gun rug is a bit more expensive and the aluminum case is the most expensive.
I understand the comment if it's Lew Horton or RSR for example but more than a few Perf. Center models are 'factory issued' and the aluminum case most likely comes from China - can't cost too much considering the prices on most Perf. Center models the case could be thrown in so to speak - IMO! I understand the comcept of maximizing your profits but it wouldn't hurt.
Ditto that.Typical cheap Chinese mfg.stuff-nothing special.
I think a decent rug,such as a Boyt,is the way to go.
I sold my hardcases and did exactly that.
BlackSky
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My PC1911 came in a gray plastic case. It was fancier than your standard S&W case and has two combination locks on it. Quality was poor and the case fell apart, literally, within a couple weeks.
I haven't bought any recent production Performance Center guns but I just picked up my 1911 9mm Pro Series on Tuesday and was disappointed to find that it came in a cheesy blue plastic case. I kind of expected more for a gun with a MSRP of $1685.
JamesArthur60
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I agree, my 952 came with the aluminum case and when I got it I thought, wow, this is nice. Well looks can be deceiving. It was dented and the combination lock would not work. I did get a replacement from S&W, via a trip from China.
sgt.207
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I received an S&W 27-8 PC as a gift several years ago. I've been through two PC aluminum cases since then, both had hasps that broke/bent. I called S&W who told me that they are no longer using the aluminum cases and hence, sent me a gun rug for a $1000.00 PC gun. Seems they could've used something a little more classier.
The first PC guns I got were in blue plastic with logo,kinda big,I like the blk dockosil? cases they at least fit in the gunsafe,Im with you that the metal ones are all junk ,I would have rather had 50.00 knocked off the price, of course I saved them all,in case I ever sell the guns,but they takeup alot of space for what they are.Maybe one day they will sell for 500.00 like a registered mag box, HA!
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Where can you get a PC gun rug. I have looked on the S&W site and cant find one anywhere?
I have bought a few Performance Center guns in the past few months and they all have come in a gray plastic case just like the standard blue ones but molded in gray plastic. I bought one used PC gun from the aluminum box era, but it did not come with a box.
My favorite box is the S&W 500 8" box that I bought here last year.
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My favorite box is the S&W 500 8" box that I bought here last year.
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nebmike
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The PC 325TR that I bought two weeks ago came in a plain, unprinted white cardboard box. No lie. Quite disappointing.
Yes, it came with the TR gun rug (made in China), and no I dont use the 'boxes' that handguns come in to store or transport them, but its still disappointing to drop more than a grand on a gun and get a white cardboard box.
Yes, it came with the TR gun rug (made in China), and no I dont use the 'boxes' that handguns come in to store or transport them, but its still disappointing to drop more than a grand on a gun and get a white cardboard box.
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ncdijaw
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I see them listed on various auction sites from time to time.
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Folks,
I have 30+ PC guns and lots of Aluminum cases, lots of rugs, and many Blue Plastic Boxes. If you complain, look at the way a $2500 Les Baer Gun is packaged….cheap un-marked, un printed Cardboard box….
I actually have an S&W box for 4 guns, made by Pelican…fantastic Protection, will not dent AND it weighs 2-3lbs. I have no desire to carry it since it weighs so much.
I like transporting my guns in S&W or Boyt rugs, or better, in small range or stage bags to hold mags, springs,etc. and put them all in a large NRA leather carry duffel. That way, If I go to a match or fun shoot, I can take 4 guns for the day.
I have 30+ PC guns and lots of Aluminum cases, lots of rugs, and many Blue Plastic Boxes. If you complain, look at the way a $2500 Les Baer Gun is packaged….cheap un-marked, un printed Cardboard box….
I actually have an S&W box for 4 guns, made by Pelican…fantastic Protection, will not dent AND it weighs 2-3lbs. I have no desire to carry it since it weighs so much.
I like transporting my guns in S&W or Boyt rugs, or better, in small range or stage bags to hold mags, springs,etc. and put them all in a large NRA leather carry duffel. That way, If I go to a match or fun shoot, I can take 4 guns for the day.
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