Any of you bought a gun without holding/testing it out?

[kazaam]

Any of you bought a gun without holding/testing it out beforehand?

So I really want to buy a gun (Sig P226 Elite Stainless), but I don't really have enough time (and I'm kind of lazy lol) to go check it out (and I missed the gun show). I don't need it immediately, so I'm gonna try and get a hold of it before I buy, but I've been wanting this gun for a while and I know I'll eventually get it anyway (it's to be my first gun.

Have any of you bought a gun without holding/firing it, and if so, how did your purchase turn out (good, bad, meh)? How irrational would it be if I did actually buy it? lol

 

[Que]

No, I've never done that. Not to say that I wouldn't, but if you have the opportunity and to test it out and your only excuse is laziness, you may not like the final outcome. Besides, I have bought guns and loved them after shooting them, but grew to dislike them for some reason or another. Just find one and put your hands on it, just so you have some kind of comfort in your decision.

 

[blckevo]

yes i just bought a sig 2022 i had to wait 3 days for it to come in and i did not get to hold it tell i got it

 

[kazaam]

yes i just bought a sig 2022 i had to wait 3 days for it to come in and i did not get to hold it tell i got it

My other problem is that the P226 SE is like $1100. The 2022 is like $350-400 on sale so thats easier to stomach lol.

 

[millsusaf]

Yes, a couple actually. The results varied.

 

[hacksawfg]

All the guns I've ever owned I've never had the chance to hold/shoot before I got them (typically hand-me downs or gifts). I bought a Sig P226 without shooting it (although I had shot P228's before). I guess if you have the opportunity, go for it, otherwise caveat emptor.

 

[ssblair]

Any gun that I've ordered mail-order were bought "untested" and seen pictures only. Most were military surplus, and most transactions have worked out fine. Had one case where they guy on Gunbroker advertised nightsights on a handgun, when they werent, but we worked it out.

I should probably say that I've been blessed thus far.

I suggest knowing what you can about the firearm you're ordering, know the typical issues they have, and ask lots of questions--not the least of which "does it WORK?" in case push comes to shove, later.

Headspace gages would be a smart thing to have--or know somebody who can check the headspace for you--Thats what you should have checked, but I haven't been very faithful about it personally. I would be much more diligent about checking that if I knew that the firearm was not coming with its original bolt & chamber.

 

[Archer46176]

Bought our Ruger 10/22 takedowns without handling one of them but we already have 10/22s in the rack sk it wasnt a huge deal... Ummmm I mean I may or may not have bought the takedowns and may or may not have others in the rack... ;-) ;-) ;-)

 

[billybob44]

It's done all the time..

Ever check out GunBroker.com ??
They do a pretty good business on listing up guns for sale.
I have bought a "Few" of them that way+had them shipped here to my FFL Dealer.

I have had good luck in this process..Bill.

 

[RandomName]

Never without handling, but usually without firing.

 

[malern28us]

I purchased a Ruger SR1911 without holding or shooting it first. I figured it was a safe purchase.

 

[blamecharles]

Bought my CZ through gunbroker and had not held one like it. I love this pistol and dont regret it.

 

[Spike Jones 5 2002]

That is a major problem with ordering a firearm through "Gallery of Guns".
You have to order it and pay their commission and then pick it up at the dealer.
If you do not like it. You have a problem.

 

[Cavman]

I bought a winchester 1300 defender from Buds guns online. Couldnt have been happier.

 

[Iroquois]

Many times with mixed results. Have learned a few lessons. If you can't examine it first hand make sure you can send it back. If you can't send it back get it cheap enough to cover repair.

 

[easy]

More than half of those in the safe. Only once was I disappointed.

 

[AD Marc]

Since i get blue label Glocks, yes...but they're all pretty much the same.

 

[kazaam]

I dont mean THAT specific gun...I mean that gun in general. For example I want to get a P226 (new), so obviously no one (except factory) has held or shot the weapon, but I've never even held a P226. Is that crazy?

 

[Que]

I dont mean THAT specific gun...I mean that gun in general. For example I want to get a P226 (new), so obviously no one (except factory) has held or shot the weapon, but I've never even held a P226. Is that crazy?

No, it's not crazy, but if you don't try one out even when you have the opportunity, I would say it's less than wise. I'm sure SOMEONE on here has one you can fondle before you spend that king of money.

 

[TomN]

I once purchased a new Wilson Combat CQB from an out of state FFL. I was not disappointed. Was a nice shooting gun.