Gander Mtn

[Swim404]

I went to buy some range and defense ammo today out in Castleton and decided to try Gander Mtn instead of Dick's because the Dick's I go to in ATL never has 380A defense ammo in stock. While standing there at their gun case I was ignored by 2 different employees as they helped *3* different men instead of me that got there afterwards.

I know I have seen comments on here before about their lack of customer service but was hoping they read it and tightened up their practices. Nope. Plus the store manager was less than apologetic when I tried to explain that is sexist and could he correct the problem in the future.

Any recommendations on where I can buy ammo near Hamilton County that treats women fairly?

PS. I'm looking forward to making it out to an Indiana range for the first time on Friday!

 

[DThurston]

Check out Indy Gun Safety - I've never bought from them, but I've only read good things on here about them and they're on the NE side (Fishers).

Indy Gun Safety - INGunOwners

 

[adam]

I agree it's crap customer service...but I never have a problem because I actively get their attention if I need help. I find that I go there less and less because the store just sucks now.

Just grab one of them and ask for help, easiest way to do it there.

 

[Vince49]

Big Gun

Open carry might have prevented this.

 

[Swim404]

Haha yah, I should probably look for a OWB holster so guys with inflated egos see I'm an actual gun owner...I only have a couple Remora ones.

I'll check out Indy Gun Safety when I'm back for Christmas. It looks like they are only open by appointment during the week. Thank you for the heads up!

Really disappointed in Gander, but I should have enough for the range Friday. Lesson learned.

 

[bigus_D]

I've had the same same experience but I'm a dude.

That said, before getting passed over for a couple of latecomers I had an opportunity at service but directed that rep to the lady that walked up before me. I just think it is curteous for a Customer to point the rep to whomever was there first. There isn't a line, so how can the rep know when they are focusing on the one they are serving as folks walk up.

 

[pudly]

I've always been ignored by GM employees at the gun counter and I'm a guy. I've found that I had to wave or otherwise try to attract their attention to get any service. It is a customer service problem, not a sexism problem. Be more assertive.

Most local gun shops are the opposite and will actively greet you when you come in. Needless to say, I hardly ever go to GM any more.

 

[indykid]

Swim404, if you can't find anything local, may I suggest Natchez Shooter's Supplies on the net. They have a good variety of 380 listed.

I have purchased a ton of ammo by the case load from them and their prices are usually reasonable, as well as delivery to your door. Usually on larger purchases, the tax savings about negates the shipping cost.

 

[roisigns]

I was there at about noon today. I am a man & experience the same inattentiveness. Perhaps they get so many tire kickers they wait for more assertive behavior.

I've learned to assert myself at Gander Mountain & in life. It works!

 

[gdog243]

Swim 404 you might give Cheaper Than Dirt on the net A try. I usually order on Sunday Evening and my ammo here on Thursday.

 

[Yup!]

Happened to me too the other day. I was at Kohls standing in the bra sections, and while everyone was looking at me, no one offered to help me

 

[WebSnyper]

Gander Mtn doesn't discriminate, they treat everyone badly... and their ammo prices are generally some of the worst unless you come across a rare good sale price.

That's what I thought Denny's restaurants defense should have been when they were sued a few years ago for discrimination. "We don't discriminate, we treat everyone that way."

 

[jd4320t]

Check out WalMart. The one on 31 south has been stocking 380 pretty well lately.

 

[IndyGunSafety]

Haha yah, I should probably look for a OWB holster so guys with inflated egos see I'm an actual gun owner...I only have a couple Remora ones.

I'll check out Indy Gun Safety when I'm back for Christmas. It looks like they are only open by appointment during the week. Thank you for the heads up!

Really disappointed in Gander, but I should have enough for the range Friday. Lesson learned.

I just found this. An appointment is really easy to get! Just call. We live 4 minutes away!

 

[super duty1]

I have only been in GM a few times, but they appeared to be under staffed both times. Maybe they should hire some extra help. When I don't get good service I don't go back.

 

[GI JOE]

I refuse to go to Gander Mountain anymore. Same BS happens every single time I used to go in there. I'd be wanting to buy something but the employees acted like I wasn't even there or short tempered when I finally did get a chance. I think gander mountain employees act very similar to Wally world employees but with less cussing...

Try out Bradis II. They have a butt load of ammo always in stock

 

[LtScott14]

I employ E & E tactics when in a GM store. Most employees seem ok, but I like to paw around and move the rifles and shotguns around. My looking there always leads to buying some where else. Used guns are stupid high priced, new ones are untouchable if you have a house, wife, and kids. Economy still sucks, Obama will be the best gun salesman ever, forcing sales to the unsuspecting sheeple, and GM will charge the most for the least.(if you let them fleece you, it's your business). Good luck.

 

[No2rdame]

Simply put, never buy from GM. Their service sucks, many employees there have no clue how to properly handle firearms, and their prices are way out of line. I go there to handle their guns to see if I like them and then price shop elsewhere. +1 on Indy gun safety.

 

[karatejoe]

I buy all my ammo on line from Lucky Gunner.com. they deliver 3 days after your order date and the ammo is good quality.

 

[LP1]

I haven't been to GM for awhile, but the ammo was always self-service. Has this changed?

Try going to Walmart; they ignore everybody.