Which is Better? Online Vs. Local Gun Stores
There is a lot of debate as to which is the best place to purchase a firearm. Should you go to one of the many online gun shops or one of your local gun stores? This seems to be a fairly polarizing argument that should be examined further. Since we started both as a local gun store and are now primarily an online gun shop, we thought we would take a look at this argument.
I think the optimal place to purchase a firearm is not as cut and dry as most people think and everyone should be asking themselves several questions before moving forward with their next purchase.
What To Consider When Buying a Gun
1) Have you ever seen or held this firearm prior to making this purchase? It is a good idea to have seen or shot a firearm prior to buying. This will save you a lot of headache and disappointment from buying guns that you don’t really like. Your best bet for a good deal is to browse the local gun stores and gun shows to try and put your hands on the gun before making a purchase. Then compare the prices online to make sure you are getting a good enough deal.
2) Have you looked at all the costs associated with purchasing the firearm? Whether you are looking local or at online gun shops you need to make sure you take into account sales tax, credit card fees, FFL transfer fees and shipping costs. Many online gun shops have great prices but then have hidden credit card fees. Similarly your local gun store will quote you cash prices that do not take into account sales tax. It’s always good to make sure you see every fee up front before making your decision.
3) How quickly do you want this firearm? In a lot of cases you would think your local gun store is the obvious place to go for this. But if you consider that many online gun shops have a much more comprehensive selection of firearms you might be much better off buying online. You should also look at the shipping times for each of the online gun shops to make sure you have an exact understanding of how long it will take to receive your firearm. Make sure you have them quote your shipping times up front!
Shopping at GrabAGun
Purchasing firearms from GrabAGun is an easy and fun experience. If you take your time and ask plenty of questions up front you should have a much more enjoyable experience. Have a question? Make sure you reach out to our knowledgeable customer service team to ensure you get what you need. Shop all handguns or rifles in various brands such as Ruger, Winchester, Remington, or Glock at GrabAGun today!