Bud's Gun Shop

[GFK]

First time using Bud's Gun Shop. So far, happy. Had a model of a firearm that I was looking for, would have liked a choice in finish though. Yet, the model was the most important thing to me. The price was cheaper than what I could find: online or ordered by a LGS. Plus, free shipping was a big attention getter. Found it interesting that it offered a 3% cash discount. It also offered lifetime warranty on a firearm (at a cost). I guess any good gunsmith can service a firearm. So, it seemed like that it was not a bad idea. If all goes well, I hope to get out and shoot it, before the month is out.

[Shakey Jake]

I've purchased three guns from Buds. Never a problem.
Jake

[CT_Shooter]

I bought two revolvers from Bud's and wouldn't hesitate to buy another.

[Vaquero]

We go right by it on our way to and from the daughter's in SC.
We almost stopped the last time coming home decided against it.
May this summer.

RP

[GFK]

Thanks! I hope to have as great of an experience! This makes the second time that I purchase a firearm online. The first time was from Grab A Gun. In both cases, it was because I could not find what I was looking for in a LGS. I looked at Grab A Gun again. It had the finished that I wanted. But, it was about $30 more, and it had shipped. The over cost may would have been about $40-$45 more. That is not much. Yet, that can buy a few more beers.

[Cowboy Gun Fan]

I bought from Bud's one time and everything went fine. Seemed like a pretty good place. Not to be a downer, lol, but my problem with them was in one of the recent Ammo shortages a few years ago. The first one I experience was Cheaper Than Dirt. They really priced gouged and everyone put the word out to boycott them. Figured that no one would ever do that again. But dang if Bud's didn't do it in the 2nd one. The other problem I have is that I'm on their E-mail list. I get 2 or 3 E-mails every day from them. But something I've never seen before, it won't let me unsubscribe. Every once in a while I'll try again, but it just will not let me unsubscribe. Wondering if anyone else out there have this problem?

On a positive note, glad to see that they have good deals. Now if I can only get over this boycott thing, lol.

[The Happy Kaboomer]

I have bought from Bud's with satisfaction..........Look on you tube for hickok 45.............He's a paid whore for Bud's guns

[GFK]

I decided to give Bud's try, because a LGS that I ask to order a firearm went to the site to check availability. Interesting, the firearm was available at price that I liked, with no shipping. About time I made it back to the office, 10-15, it was out of stock. Coincidence? Maybe. But, I am thinking no. Nonetheless, there was the same model available, with a different finish. I slept on it and decided to pull the trigger. If it was not for the shop looking at that site, I probably would have went with Grab A Gun.

Yet, I probably have a few different online accounts, due to price variations. If I find one that offer decent prices and availablity, I use it, until another comes along that is better. Some days are better than others. However, I seen to be able to keep a fair amount of ammo on hand at a decent price.

[Cowboy Gun Fan]

I haven't bought Ammo online for many, many years, but I did just buy some last month. After about 50 check-ins at Wal-Mart and about a half-dozen at Sportsman's Warehouse, I got 410 Ammo one time. The last 2 boxes. Never see the other Ammo I like, HSM 45LC in 200 Cowboy. So, I found a real good deal at Molly's Deli online in MD believe it or not. Good prices, great service, quick delivery. I bought a small case. I found the HSM at Beebe's Family Ammo in UT. Although it took almost forever to receive it, same thing, good prices and good service. Surprised I could still accomplish that in this day and age. Both hard to find, both good prices, both had reasonable shipping. I used the help of Ammo-Seek by the way.

[ditchparrot]

I've purchased two guns from Bud's and was wholly satisfied on both occasions.

[BrokenolMarine]

We have purchased major name brand ammo at Ammunition Depot several times and often gotten free shipping, they have sales on case lots, and often the free shipping is not cancelled by sale items. I get their emails now and then but not a harassing amount. I drop in now and then to look for case lot deals on the major calibers I shoot, and see what they have on clearance as far as hardware goes....

Won't buy from Cheaper Than Dirt even before they gouged folks on ammo, because of the high shipping and handling.

[Vaquero]

Won't buy from Cheaper Than Dirt even before they gouged folks on ammo, because of the high shipping and handling.

I hear ya, I had never bought anything from them prior to the gouging incident, but after that I told myself I wouldn't dare purchase a thing from them,
I've never even looked at their site since.

RP

[Cowboy Gun Fan]

Won't buy from Cheaper Than Dirt even before they gouged folks on ammo, because of the high shipping and handling.

I hear ya, I had never bought anything from them prior to the gouging incident, but after that I told myself I wouldn't dare purchase a thing from them,
I've never even looked at their site since.

RP

I believe the boycott we gave them had a pretty sizeable impact.

[BrokenolMarine]

We held a Week Long Street Survival Symposium in our Jurisdiction in 98. Big Deal, lot's of attendance; vendors and instructors from major departments and big name schools like Gunsite. Cheaper Than Dirt had a table on Vendor's Hall. I talked to one of the bigshots when he sat at my table during lunch at the venue. He asked if I bought from them and I told him NO. He asked why... I told him to his face that the only thing stopping me was the outrageous shipping and handling charges. I would only buy if they had a sale with FREE shipping and handling.

[The Wiz]

two and no problems.

[pennsylvaniapete]

I have also used them in the past…….last purchase was a ‘Hellcat Pro’ 9mm.
When the item you want is in-stock…..delivery to your FFL is very timely!

[GFK]

Yes, it seems to have a good selection. Because I decided to go the pay cash route, it has been a delay. It was only a $15.00 discount. But, I am in no hurry. That $15.00 can go towards ammo. Yet, I bought beer instead. However, I did buy a few boxes of ammo from Midway USA. Supposedly, I got a $30.00 discount. The ammo was cheaper than what I paid a few months back. I guess there could have been some price gouging going on. Or, the supply has finally out paced the demand. In either case, I plan to shoot a box or two at the range.