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< 16ga. General Discussion ~ thoughts on Simpson Ltd. |
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Wed Nov 22, 2017 6:29 am
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Location: VA
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I've noticed the subject vendor listed in a discussion or two.
Just wanted to get feedback from folks that have done business with them.
General thoughts?
Quality of customer service?
Accuracy of product descriptions?
Turn-around time?
Addendum / edit -- acknowledging the positive comments from the past... just checking to confirm for recent transactions.
Most appreciatively,
J. P. Morris |
Last edited by JPM98VMI on Wed Nov 22, 2017 6:32 am; edited 1 time in total _________________ VA -- eastern slope of the Blue Ridge, South of the James, North of the Staunton
2007 Browning Citori Lightning Feather
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Wed Nov 22, 2017 6:30 am
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No personal experience but the subject has been discussed here before, and seemed to be favorable |
_________________ i reckon so. I guess we all died a little in that damn war. |
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Wed Nov 22, 2017 10:46 pm
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Location: Valdosta GA
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Always always always ask ask ask questions and get more pictures. A lot of insane deals on there and headaches too |
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Thu Nov 23, 2017 5:14 am
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I'd love to be there when the company unpacked a shipment from Europe. Gil |
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Fri Nov 24, 2017 4:37 pm
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Location: Maine
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I've bought 2 guns from them, and a friend has bought probably a dozen (or close to it.
He likes rolling blocks and they get them).
Based on my (and my friend's) experience I can say:
1. They usually have accurate descriptions. If they say the bore is good, it's good, excellent, it's excellent. They seem to err on the side of favoring the customer.
2. Prices seem generally fair.
3. They know how to pack and ship.
4. Shipment and payment are prompt and professional.
5. To the extent I know what the book is, they are by-the-book.
I can say I'm a satisfied customer, as is my friend. |
_________________ “A man’s rights rest in three boxes: the ballot box, the jury box, and the cartridge box.”
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Sat Nov 25, 2017 6:56 pm
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Location: Burke Co, GA
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I've never seen so much $200 junk in one place in my life.
Must be where Cracker Barrel shops for guns.
SRH |
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Sat Nov 25, 2017 7:31 pm
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As they say, one person's junk is another person's treasure. |
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Sun Nov 26, 2017 1:00 pm
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S Hillis wrote: |
I've never seen so much $200 junk in one place in my life.
Must be where Cracker Barrel shops for guns.
SRH
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jOe, is that you??
Gil |
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Mon Nov 27, 2017 9:39 pm
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Joined: 17 Jul 2008
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Location: Great State of Kansas
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I have purchased at least 6-8 guns from them.Their descriptions are honest, prices are fair and I have always been pleased with the transactions. One of the better dealers around. |
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Tue Nov 28, 2017 11:09 am
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Location: VA
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Thanks to all for the feedback. I've rolled the dice on a Savage 430. I'll look it just like any risk; be cognizant of how much exposure you can live with. We'll see how it looks when it arrives.
Safe Shooting,
jpm |
_________________ VA -- eastern slope of the Blue Ridge, South of the James, North of the Staunton
2007 Browning Citori Lightning Feather
2007 Browning BPS Upland Special
1947 Browning Automatic-5 (stealth Sweet 16) - ventilated Poly-Choke
1937-42 Savage 430 |
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Tue Nov 28, 2017 2:54 pm
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JPM98VMI wrote: |
Thanks to all for the feedback. I've rolled the dice on a Savage 430. I'll look it just like any risk; be cognizant of how much exposure you can live with. We'll see how it looks when it arrives.
Safe Shooting,
jpm
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I have a Savage 430 in pretty good shape, very unusual gun. I have the 16ga, heavy, was built on 12ga frame. Shoots good.
I'll be anxious to see how you like it.
Dale |
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Tue Nov 28, 2017 4:56 pm
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JPM98VMI wrote: |
Thanks to all for the feedback. I've rolled the dice on a Savage 430. I'll look it just like any risk; be cognizant of how much exposure you can live with. We'll see how it looks when it arrives.
Safe Shooting,
jpm
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I saw that gun on there , looks like a pretty decent gun for the many . hope it works out for you . |
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Wed Nov 29, 2017 6:58 pm
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Location: Burke Co, GA
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Gil S wrote: |
S Hillis wrote: |
I've never seen so much $200 junk in one place in my life.
Must be where Cracker Barrel shops for guns.
SRH
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jOe, is that you??
Gil
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nOpe.
SRH |
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Sun May 20, 2018 6:30 am
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Hey all, just wanted to add my 2c worth on this older thread. I was looking for a cheaper SxS that I can use when I shoot clays with the kids. Something I can use rather than my good guns all the time. I wanted a gun that would mimic the guns I hunt with, but didn't want to spend a lot of $$. So looking around the various dealers I thought about Simpson's. The price range was in the ballpark and they do have a lot to choose from. I found a 12ga Gasper Arizaga (i know it's not a 16, sorry!) for $395. The gun was what I was looking for. Called them up and they went over the gun with me, so I pulled the pin. Paid for it and they sent it out that same day, this past Tuesday, got the gun Thursday (2 day shipping). The gun was very well packed, and in better condition than what they described. The only cosmetic issues with the gun are some handling marks and minor dings on the stock. Very happy with it. The gun was made for the European market, sling swivels and tight chokes. They said it was choked M/F, but when I measured it with my Skeets gauge they came out IM (or real tight Mod if you get picky) and XF (.024/.045). The gun patterns Mod/Lt Full with my target loads and the bbl regulation is spot on, about 50/50. Took it out with the kids and boy does it bust clays.
Anyway, Simpson's was great to deal with. The down side is they are not the most knowledgeable when it comes to SxS's. Had to explain what I was asking, but overall a very pleasant experience. I 'm still looking for a SxS for one of my kids, so I think I'll use them again.
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Sun May 20, 2018 5:34 pm
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Bought a German sxs from them less than a month ago 16 GA. Just ordered 1 AYA 12 GA. 3 German sxs 12 GA. On Thursday , be here soon .
Over the years have purchased Lots of guns from them , very good to deal with.
Regards , Nick |
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