B25Modelman Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 Buying a new gun can be a little frustrating to say the least. Viewing the online sellers, a gun advertised as new may not mean just in from the importer or factory. It can mean 1, 2, 3 or more years old but not yet sold and we don't know if it's been test/trial fired or for that matter how many times. Their pictures, in most cases, are very poor and of limited quantity. S'why when I once ordered a new car I specified certain options that could only be installed on the production line. I did not want a vehicle that had been cleared from a storage field somewhere. We do not have that luxury with the mainstream gun market. In most cases if there's a model you want you have to have what they have in stock, and either travel to see it/them or request as many pictures as possible from the seller. The latter at times somewhat frustrating to say the least. If you want anything out of the ordinary, it can be ordered in but then you get what arrives which might not be to your expectations. Most dealers will not order it on the 'I might buy it or then might not' basis. Their hands are tied by the importers. So my question is which online dealers in the UK have you found most flexible/helpful with selling, who will bend over backwards to supply as much info as they can before a customer commits. Even if that means they have to get their supplier (the importer) to stump up pictures beforehand. I ask because I have my mind on two guns and while the importer has been most helpful I cannot get to view what I want to buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clakk Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 Countryman of Derby are most bostin,very helpful ,friendly ,informative ,sensible prices and have a Huge range of rifles,ammo,and bitsa bobs.For reloading,wearing and boys toys.Melbourne Tackle n Gun are very helpful too ,but on a much smaller scale less stock, smaller shop but glad to help.Garlands have been great ,been going there on off 20 years ,but never bought a firearm just ammo n spares ,again though helpful and if he hasnt got it will get it in Atb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fabhui Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 Countryman of Derby are most bostin,very helpful ,friendly ,informative ,sensible prices and have a Huge range of rifles,ammo,and bitsa bobs. +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
team tractor Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 Shotguns and airrifles I use Solware . Firearms I use Melbourne gun and tackle. If I'm honest john Knibbs is very helpful but mardy on prices. I wanted a .410 at £372 and he refused to knock the £2 off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clakk Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 My SX3 came from Melbourne ,they were 25 quid dearer than Countryman but 12 miles closer and when asked price matched straight away ,result .Thats all you need good service at a price you want to pay atb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James1983 Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 +1 Another +1 on them had an issue with my 690 after having it a month and they sorted it in no time and no fuss. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alycidon Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 Northampton Gun. A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malkiserow Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 Norman Clark is very good in many ways, maybe not the best website although it got a bit better recently. Their customer service is very good and that is why I go back Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris1961 Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 (edited) Hardys in Sheffield never had a problem with them always friendly and eager to help Edited July 8, 2016 by chris1961 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gordon R Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 Malmo, near Lancaster - best by a mile. I have been in gunshops in at least 11 counties and never come close to matching. Jim Neville at Alfreton is also good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
impala59 Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 I'm a southerner and I rate Malmo too, good stock level and nice people too! Down south ACP Shooting in Coolham W Sussex, a fairly small concern but nice people and super helpful.l I drive past 3 or 4 shops to make ACP my local Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puggers Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 Mark and team at Kirklees in Huddersfield get my vote - always time for a bit of a chat and happy to show you options or just something out the box if you want a nosey. Everything, but especially ammunition, is keenly priced and whilst the shop is small, they must have a tardis of a cellar as they bring loads up from there. They also aim to give honest descriptions of the condition of the large range of pre-owned firearms in stock which I find accurate so you don't end up with a wasted journey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rupert Posted July 9, 2016 Report Share Posted July 9, 2016 Im with Gordon re Malmo, never had call to deal over the phone or web as they are relatively local to me, be in person they are brilliant.From experience they are beyond reproach with warranty on guns. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrowningB525 Posted July 9, 2016 Report Share Posted July 9, 2016 I've got no complaints about Arthur Branthwaite Gunsmiths. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
figgy Posted July 9, 2016 Report Share Posted July 9, 2016 Gilsan Sports Richmond, dealt with Simon for near 25 years. They usually carry some very nice stock or will do all they can to get what you want. Looking at this thread just shows how many good Dealers there are out there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B25Modelman Posted July 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2016 Good replies thanks. I should have mentioned my best local is Greenfields of Salisbury. They always answer any emailed questions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
button Posted July 9, 2016 Report Share Posted July 9, 2016 Mcleods of Tain, I have been very happy with the service I have recieved Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Poon Posted July 9, 2016 Report Share Posted July 9, 2016 Malmo guns are excellent to deal with in person or over the phone. Mid Wales shooting ground also is a firm favourite of mine. J.F.Neville guns have helped me out. Lastly but I've never bought anything of them are West Midlands shooting ground, as they have excellent customer service when I'm there browsing in the gun room. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyska Posted July 9, 2016 Report Share Posted July 9, 2016 In the Midlands Simon Hadfield or Melbourne. Simon's no quibble if something is wrong or breaks, he gets genuinely upset if he lets a customer down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archie-fox Posted July 9, 2016 Report Share Posted July 9, 2016 Malmo are great.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davewh100 Posted July 9, 2016 Report Share Posted July 9, 2016 +1for malmo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColinJ Posted July 9, 2016 Report Share Posted July 9, 2016 Affordable guns in Gloucester,Richard will go the extra mile to sort any problems out,and very good on prices Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WinchesterDave Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 Yes, Gilsan sports and Malmo are top notch! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matone Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 R.Bamford always pleasant as are Gilsans. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tpd1309 Posted July 10, 2016 Report Share Posted July 10, 2016 I've found the guys at FMJ to be spot on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.