I just started using a few weeks ago. I have been very successful selling. Yes, I have to wade through some idiots now and then. The worse was some Commieforna resident trying to meet me for a rifle. I had to explain 8 different ways that it was illegal. He kept saying I will be there in 6 hours with cash! Me: I'm sorry but you are not a Arizona resident! Him: my daughter lives in Tuscon is that okay? Me: Not now; That is a straw purchase. Him: Can't you help me out? I'm a good guy! Me: I believe you that is why I have been nice and explained how you must us a dealer for an out of state purchase.
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Both bought and sold but experience has been hit or miss lately.
I got the hots for a G19 and pursued every ad in Arizona with no success. My guess
is that they were fishing for bids since the G19 was/is very popular right now.
Ended up buying a new complete Gen3 lower, aftermarket slide off Gunbroker and a threaded barrel off mail order for right at $400. Picked up 2 cheap 15 rd flush mags locally, new and Glock branded and a donated pair of sights. Works for me.
All about timing and having the time to go hunting.
I got the hots for a G19 and pursued every ad in Arizona with no success. My guess
is that they were fishing for bids since the G19 was/is very popular right now.
Ended up buying a new complete Gen3 lower, aftermarket slide off Gunbroker and a threaded barrel off mail order for right at $400. Picked up 2 cheap 15 rd flush mags locally, new and Glock branded and a donated pair of sights. Works for me.
All about timing and having the time to go hunting.
I’m just seeing a lot of shade on there. A few posts I replied to were the same guy, posing as different people, from different parts of the state. Total scam. Even tried to get me to send him copies of my id and such.
Ballistic Therapy
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Rock Hardson said:
I made an account but never got an email confirming it.
When I tried to contact them they wouldn't let me send an email.
It say's the answer is in the FAQ's.
I never could get it figured out.
I just completed a transaction on Armslist today where someone from Texas bought a rifle stock from me. They said their preferred payment method was PayPal F&F (friends and family). I was just shocked. He might as well have sent the money with Venmo or Zelle. If I was a scammer, he would have absolutely no buyer protection and he'd be out $400 with no stock to show for it. Some people are too trusting, and there's a reason scammers are hanging around sites like this. If you don't know the person, please offer to pay 3% on top to PayPal the money appropriately. Not that you can buy guns with PayPal.
brandyspaw
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I've had better dealings in buying and selling on Gunbroker than using Armslist. It seemed to be more flakes using Armslist.
Missed out on a smoking deal I have been trying to find for a while. My dad has always wanted a Remington 572 pump action 22 for as long as I can remember. Guy started out at $450 for one in really good condition. It sat there for a quite a while So I made him a reasonable offer. He never responded. He finally brought the price down to under what I had originally offered him. By the time I could get him to respond he had sold it. Talk about disappointment. So on a side note if anyone has one they want to get rid of for a decent price let me know.
Ballistic Therapy said:
I also registered on Armslist and did a couple of buys with no problems but now I cannot log on anymore it says my email is wrong but yet they send me notices on that same email anyone know how to fix that
I got so frustrated the one time I tried to do some purchases on Backpage that I don't deal with anybody who isn't on ArizonaShooting. That experience has made me not willing to dive into ArmsList either. I have bought and sold probably dozens of firearms through the community here. Never had a bad interaction.
Just posted a couple of items on Armslist. Got replies on both items from the same email address asking if it was still available. I replied yes to both and here is what I got back.
I appreciate the quick reply.I am OK with the price stated and I would like to make an instant purchase through a certified cashier check due to tight frame work and really occupied schedule which is the reason I won’t be able to come for the pick up. I will be adding an extra $70 for shipping, insurance and holding of the item on my behalf …I urge you to get back to me with the details requested below to get the check mailed out to you without delay, If you are not willing to ship or never shipped before I could organize for a local pick pick up by a FFL dealer close to you
Details needed:
Name to be on the check…..
Complete address to receive the check…..
Phone number............(so i can text you)
Final asking price..
Here's the FFL dealer’s License # 5-74-259-01-1F-07903,
When I google the FFL scams pop up everywhere. Not sure if this ever works but, I have to believe it does or else they would quit trying. Just be careful out there guys.
I appreciate the quick reply.I am OK with the price stated and I would like to make an instant purchase through a certified cashier check due to tight frame work and really occupied schedule which is the reason I won’t be able to come for the pick up. I will be adding an extra $70 for shipping, insurance and holding of the item on my behalf …I urge you to get back to me with the details requested below to get the check mailed out to you without delay, If you are not willing to ship or never shipped before I could organize for a local pick pick up by a FFL dealer close to you
Details needed:
Name to be on the check…..
Complete address to receive the check…..
Phone number............(so i can text you)
Final asking price..
Here's the FFL dealer’s License # 5-74-259-01-1F-07903,
When I google the FFL scams pop up everywhere. Not sure if this ever works but, I have to believe it does or else they would quit trying. Just be careful out there guys.
I have had the same thing accure as you guys have stated. You email and never a response. Sometimes you get ridiculous offers.
I remember years ago this forum was like being in a candy store with buying and selling guns. It was great.
I remember years ago this forum was like being in a candy store with buying and selling guns. It was great.
I always confirm with the potential buyer that they have and are bringing a valid AZ ID. I had an occasion where the buyer "forgot" their id and asks if I can sell it to his wife in the car. No thanks. I have also been asking the potential buyer to call me before we meet. That seems to get rid of the scammers who are hiding behind text messages.
I have also pulled up to meet and driven away since I did not have a good feeling. Always trust your gut.
I have also pulled up to meet and driven away since I did not have a good feeling. Always trust your gut.
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