Classic Firearms ?

[chasem5657]

I was thinking of picking up a Mosin from Classic Firearms. Has anyone dealt with them before ? Are they good prices ? They seem to be cheaper than Gun Broker.

[Capybara]

Ask everyone on the C&R Board about their experience with Classic with the last batch of Burns M39 Finns. Classic is not a good vendor, they lie and pull shenanigans. I would strongly recommend J&G or AIM over Classic. I have bought several rifles from Classic and they were fine but that was a few years ago and lately, they have pissed off a lot of people.

[Joe Kidd]

Definitely prefer J&G Sales.

[DennisCA]

Ask everyone on the C&R Board about their experience with Classic with the last batch of Burns M39 Finns. Classic is not a good vendor, they lie and pull shenanigans. I would strongly recommend J&G or AIM over Classic. I have bought several rifles from Classic and they were fine but that was a few years ago and lately, they have pissed off a lot of people.

Agreed -

I picked up a laminate 91-30 from them a few years ago and had no problems but it seems lately their customer service isn't what it used to be.

[Sousuke]

I'll just add that Gunbroker prices always seem a little higher than C&R sellers be it Classic, Simpsons Ltd, J&G etc. Not sure why...though occasionally there is a deal if there isn't much bidder attention.

[dune870demon]

Gtg

[Eljay]

Their marketing tends to be misleading at best. It's the last batch we're ever going to get but the quality is so super high, etc. etc. They open a crate like it's random when they packed the crate in the first place. So that's the general concern. Also the handpick fee they appear to just pocket - it doesn't get you anything.

In terms of Mosins my main concern would be optimistic grade descriptions and high prices.

My recommendation is to check out http://www.themosincrate.com

[BruinGuy]

I've had good luck with Classic for AK parts kits, but never bought a C&R from them. The Swiss rifles and lately the Finn Mosins I've seen posted have been below their stated condition.

I prefer Simpson - you might pay a little more but they are pretty accurate in their description, their customer service is good, and you can call them and they'll pull a gun for you to discuss any concerns or check specifics.

If you're just looking for a standard 91/30 you might want to consider buying via ppt so you can inspect it. You may pay a little more but you'll know what you're getting.

[geoint]

Ask everyone on the C&R Board about their experience with Classic with the last batch of Burns M39 Finns. Classic is not a good vendor, they lie and pull shenanigans. I would strongly recommend J&G or AIM over Classic. I have bought several rifles from Classic and they were fine but that was a few years ago and lately, they have pissed off a lot of people.

Holy crap! I bought a pair of yugo M70s from them like a year ago and they were fine and happy to ship to CA as long as I provided/mailed the mag locks

Didn't have any shenanigans then but now I'm nervous to ever give them more business

[TeddyBallgame]

i bought my Ruger 3" GP100 off of their site

the transaction went fine, the only purchased i've made with them

[adamjay]

I usually look to the secondary market on this forum, and others, especially gunboards.com - trusted collectors with a rep to protect.

I have gone with classic in the past with good results, but recently it seems their QC is going downhill.

J&G has always been good to me, as well as AIM and SOG.

Armslist and gunbroker are a crap shoot, but I've done well.

themosincrate.com has been killing it lately - but you have to be attentive and quick on the draw. They have a batch coming up on Monday morning, 10am EST - will probably be sold out by 11. Check them out right now!

I've found some real gems at local gun shows and LGS.

[jpscoot_21]

I bought a High Standard riot gun from them. Smooth transaction.

[Eljay]

I bought a couple of guns from them before the M39 fiasco as well, no issues. Real shame how they handled that.

[smith and wesson]

Classic is great. I used to just visit turners and Atlantic firearms website, I bought a vepr 12 from classic recently. excellent customer service.

[Freedom_shooter]

I got a M39 from them in the beginning of the M39 frenzy. I got pretty much exactly what I wanted. But, I'd say I was the exception.
Furthermore, I don't buy "lottery" guns anymore. Which is why I'd recommend going with companies like Simpson or Mosin Crate.