joecash Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 I have noticed that there are quite a few shotguns being advertised by both private and trade sellers on "gun sale sites" that are a marriage of parts without that fact being disclosed by the seller. This poor practice appears to be on the increase. Anyone else noticed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharlesP Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 What leads you to that conclusion - can you give a current example? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malkiserow Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 interesting, how can you tell? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les*1066 Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 Which adverts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 Without concrete examples, it's a bit of a pointless thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joecash Posted August 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 (edited) just making people aware - without naming names there is a Miroku 12 gauge MK 38 Grade 5 (TRAP) on one of the better sites Edited August 29, 2014 by joecash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibs Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 I haven't noticed - shotguns or others?? examples?? - I'm presuming not here as this generally IMO is a safe place to buy. I have bought and sold a lot with fellow members with no problems. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJsDad Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 Aware of what ? You are suggesting there are numerous `dodgy` adverts by both the gun trade & private sellers without even the slightest suggestion of what you mean my a "marriage of parts". Replacement or sleeved barrels are a marriage of parts, so is a new stock; however these are inviably pointed out by the seller, in which case there is no intent to deceive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joecash Posted August 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 no, not on this site Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hedd-wyn Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 This is going well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 I found an MK38 grade 5 without the teardrop on the stock - which there would normally be. Is that what this is about? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kent Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 Its always happened especially with forends. One should always view a used gun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 This is going well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rupert Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 Pulling teeth! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harnser Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 I really am flummoxed by this post . Please somebody enlighten me . Harnser Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malkiserow Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 Can someone pop over to Halfords and pick up a crystal ball ....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJsDad Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 (edited) Fraid we cant enlighten you Harnser; because we are all confused too; but there is a Browning C3 lightweight game on the second most favourable site !! Edited August 29, 2014 by JJsDad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 The OP is on line, but seems strangely reluctant to justify what he said.Asks for opinions and then ignores the thread.Bizarre :whistling: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joecash Posted August 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 only stating what I observed xx it would appear, that to some, it's a hanging offence xx i hope i get a hearty meal before the trap door falls! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibs Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 (edited) Don't think your getting a bashing and sure people will appreciate the heads up but some examples would help. I buy and sell a fair number of guns and truly interested in what you have seen as I genuinely have missed it but then I know what I'm looking at and for. But my interest and knowledge is around quality clay guns so if cheaper stuff then interested what the type and examples of this are. Edited August 29, 2014 by Dibs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scully Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 only stating what I observed xx it would appear, that to some, it's a hanging offence xx i hope i get a hearty meal before the trap door falls! My apologies, I wasn't laughing at you but rather the typical PW deadpan comment I responded to. Just tickled me. I think the problem may be that you stated there were 'quite a few' in your opening post,and then only mentioned one when asked for examples, but wont be drawn as to which sites and which guns. PWatchers often require a bit more 'meat' on their topics ; something they can get their teeth into. If someone is conning someone, then don't be shy, tell us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted August 29, 2014 Report Share Posted August 29, 2014 +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
12boreblue Posted August 30, 2014 Report Share Posted August 30, 2014 Please guys, if you are going to post some form of controversy or alleged deceitful practice on here, then back it up with evidence of a sort and forget the name and shame opt out. If you don't have the 'balls' to back up the post, then it is nothing more than conjecture, and the post turns into a discussion on the 'post' and not its content. So either speak up or shut up? In the words of the great Mr T 'Get some nuts!' You can always offer it as an opinion, which will prevent any liable or slander claims. Why is everyone so scared to warn others about those who allegedly deceive or act dishonestly? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickB65 Posted August 30, 2014 Report Share Posted August 30, 2014 Please guys, if you are going to post some form of controversy or alleged deceitful practice on here, then back it up with evidence of a sort and forget the name and shame opt out. If you don't have the 'balls' to back up the post, then it is nothing more than conjecture, and the post turns into a discussion on the 'post' and not its content. So either speak up or shut up? In the words of the great Mr T 'Get some nuts!' You can always offer it as an opinion, which will prevent any liable or slander claims. Why is everyone so scared to warn others about those who allegedly deceive or act dishonestly? +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted August 30, 2014 Report Share Posted August 30, 2014 It's the marriage of parts that tickled me, thought all shotguns were just that. If it's had new barrels or different wood fitted I don't see a problem. Figgy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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