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Put differently. I shipped a DTA SRS recently. A 16lb package from SC to NV with $6k insurance only cost $39.
If you need help getting big boy pricing through UPS just hit me up and I will walk you through it. It's not hard.
BachelorJack, I'll take you up on that offer. I'm not too proud to publicly announce my ignorance (just ask Big Stick). I would appreciate a pm if you have the time. I've never calculated; but, I speculate I'm paying about $39 alone for $6K of insurance.
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I don't think that the shipping charges are out of line. I have shipped plenty of higher dollar rifles and to ship across the country with insurance is not cheap. I shipped one to NM and it cost me $113.00 and that was ground. I have shipped many to the west coast and they all run about $60. Just remember that you do not know who is handling the packages and sometimes things mysteriously disappear! I've lost 2 and only had one actually get forwarded to the buyer. Anyways insurance is a good thing, and I don't ship without it- it really does protect both parties. Besides if you don't want to pay the shipping, don't bid....it's that easy
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Anyways insurance is a good thing, and I don't ship without it- it really does protect both parties. Besides if you don't want to pay the shipping, don't bid....it's that easy Bingo on both counts.
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Don't know about other carriers, but USPS insurance is a complete waste of money.
Good luck getting a dime back should it be necessary. One is better off shipping USPS priority without it, the less time they have your item, the less chance of F*ck up.
So far so good for me with that strategy and I've shipped many hundreds of items trouble--free.
I don't think a gun has ever cost me more that about $28 to ship--USPS priority, anywhere in the U.S.
But $45 wouldn't stop me from buying what I want.
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I wish people cared this much about contacting our elected officials
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I wish people cared this much about contacting our elected officials You have no idea what guys here do concerning contacting elected officials... If fellas here want to have a conversation about shipping & insurance, what's the big deal? The insights I offered are from years of transactions. Hopefully they may benefit someone.
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I wish people cared this much about contacting our elected officials Why put this nonsense in my post? Now, back to a sweet Ti, fair shipping, and a "can-of-corn"!
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It might be different if the shipping price was a suprise. I get a kick out of the factory rifles bringing over 2 grand not the 40-50 bucks to mail the thing.
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It might be different if the shipping price was a suprise. I get a kick out of the factory rifles bringing over 2 grand not the 40-50 bucks to mail the thing. Ti's have kind of a cult following. I knew my Montana would do the same thing, but I always was drawn to the Ti, so I bought one. High price? Yep, but love the thing!
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I've got a 7mm-08 Ti but there is no way I'd pay almost full custom used prices for a factory gun. I am glad they are selling for that much though just in case I want to sell mine one day.
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always been curious about these Ti's...is $2100 worth it? Thats bumping up in used NULA territory isn't it?
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I've got a 7mm-08 Ti but there is no way I'd pay almost full custom used prices for a factory gun. I am glad they are selling for that much though just in case I want to sell mine one day. Yep. Chances are, you will get a pretty penny for it!
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Hey Ya'll or is it All Ya'll? I have not lived in Texas long enough to get that correct. My comment on Gun Broker was directed at one Jack Wad, not the whole Fire. I should make clear that the rifle for sale belongs to a good customer and friend of mine. I don't make money on the shipping. I have a bare rifle. I supply a box, or hard case. Bubble wrap or other packaging, and tape. For UPS or Fed Ex, I usually call in a pick up, at my shop, as it is cheaper than driving 40 miles, round trip, to drop off. I don't like wasting time on the pc figuring exact shipping to address and zip code, for every item I sell, so I average it out, and let fly. I loose a few bucks here and there. Gain a couple, sometimes. It all averages out. I also don't ship hundreds of thousands in inventory each week, so I don't get the $25.00 to anywhere rate. Sticks and stones, may break my bones, but you should a brought a firearm. Almost forgot. If you don't want corn, I will substitute green beans. Just trying to get along.
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Don't worry on the haters Rick....
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Rick, any idea how well it shoots?
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No Worries here. I know that there are folks, out there, that are frustrated, maybe even a bit confused, that have nothing better, to do, than post negative Drip, on about anything they can. They are known, for what they spew, and most can look past their comments, and may even have a little fun, with them. Thanks.
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Amazes me the people that will complain about insured shipping cost of $45. Even if it sells for the minimum (which I highly doubt) that is 2.8% of the sale price. At $2.1k, it drops to 2.2%. What do you think it should be, $30 (0.6% difference)?! Here's what the money you saved will get you on Amazon. ![[Linked Image]](http://i1126.photobucket.com/albums/l614/cheotis/fixodent_zpsqvehhtjy.jpg)
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Was told, by the owner, shot consistent 1" and under 3 shot groups, with 120 Nosler Ballistic Tips. He had only tried a couple loads in it, days before taking off on a hunt. Did not get back to the range with it, to wring the loads out. Hope this helps. Thanks, for the inquiry.
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Hey Ya'll or is it All Ya'll? I have not lived in Texas long enough to get that correct. My comment on Gun Broker was directed at one Jack Wad, not the whole Fire. I should make clear that the rifle for sale belongs to a good customer and friend of mine. I don't make money on the shipping. I have a bare rifle. I supply a box, or hard case. Bubble wrap or other packaging, and tape. For UPS or Fed Ex, I usually call in a pick up, at my shop, as it is cheaper than driving 40 miles, round trip, to drop off. I don't like wasting time on the pc figuring exact shipping to address and zip code, for every item I sell, so I average it out, and let fly. I loose a few bucks here and there. Gain a couple, sometimes. It all averages out. I also don't ship hundreds of thousands in inventory each week, so I don't get the $25.00 to anywhere rate. Sticks and stones, may break my bones, but you should a brought a firearm. Almost forgot. If you don't want corn, I will substitute green beans. Just trying to get along.
Rick Steinhour
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