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Omi-san · April 5th, 2008, 18:59

The last time I checked, Shootsoft's prices were not much lower than A&A and 007 used to be. I guess you guys most be talking about people selling in the classifieds or thru word of mouth.

Crunchmeister · April 5th, 2008, 20:07

When shootsoft first appeared, their prices were better compared to A&A. Then there was a increase of $25 on most AEGs, and the shipping went to a flat rate of $40, which pushed up the price enough (at least on pistols and SMGs) to not make it such an attractive deal as the original prices did.

They're still cheaper than what A&A were charging for the same products, at least in terms of the lower end stuff like JG. When it came to full-size AEGs and big guns like M249s, where $40 shipping was about on par or a bit cheaper with A&A for the same item. But for small guns like SMGs and especially pistols, that put the price up there to within $20 of the cost of the same gun from A&A. They're still cheaper, but not by a whole lot. Still, it's a supply of guns and shootsoft have built a decent reputation in their short time in business. I'm glad to have them around, even though I haven't made a purchase from them yet.

But yes, the classifieds is what I think Brian and the rest of us were referring to. We're seeing a lot of lower end guns at really good prices, unlike the inflated price A&A and 007 have / had them listed at, and seeing some nice TM and other brand name guns coming in at much better prices than either A&A or 007. Granted, we don't have the same wide selection as with the retailers, but at least there are still guns that are readily available for decent prices.

Brian McIlmoyle · April 5th, 2008, 20:41

access to GBBs drying up,

but this is far from the case.. its great!

Skladfin · April 6th, 2008, 00:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by BBS

since that unforgettable incident, i've nearly lost all faith from importing privately...

so what exactly happened?

Private importers on the classifieds rock

Bowers · April 6th, 2008, 00:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by Skladfin

so what exactly happened?

Private importers on the classifieds rock

i think he might be talking about propscam?

bean · April 6th, 2008, 00:25

Nope the hk416 debocle

Bowers · April 6th, 2008, 00:26

Quote:

Originally Posted by bean

Nope the hk416 debocle

oh my bad

Amos · April 6th, 2008, 00:32

Some one get my a GP USP .45

The one I bought is sitting in customs for the next 6 months :'(

swatt13 · April 6th, 2008, 00:54

Quote:

Originally Posted by Syn

Good. More guns-lower prices- more players- sport becomes more mainstream in society-less soccer mom freakouts.

trew dat, trew dat

Brian McIlmoyle · April 6th, 2008, 02:12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Azathoth

I can be your accountant

If only the importation laws could change a wee bit

Frankly... I have not bumped up against any import issues..Ever, every gun I ever wanted I had within a month of starting to look for it. and I never buy used.

I just purchased a GBB, and have 2 more coming next week..I simply don't understand people complaining about access to guns..

If you are verified.. it is really no issue... all it takes is cash and keeping your ear to the ground.

lokisama · April 6th, 2008, 02:14

But how are these private importers getting guns in country?

kullwarrior · April 6th, 2008, 02:20

Quote:

Originally Posted by lokisama

But how are these private importers getting guns in country?

two possibilities:
*Smuggling
*License to import(Motion Picture Prop Job related Req.)

Pip · April 6th, 2008, 02:20

TBH i don't mind how they come in really.....i trust that the small scale retailers involved with this forum know what they are getting themselves into and do things as by the book as they can.

As someone stated above, only thing now would be to see some higher end stuff comming in, but hey...no complaints....if we can get JG's in and then metal body kits, we are set.....

Brian McIlmoyle · April 6th, 2008, 02:39

Quote:

Originally Posted by lokisama

But how are these private importers getting guns in country?

Don't ask don't tell

Does it really matter?

Skladfin · April 6th, 2008, 02:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brian McIlmoyle

Don't ask don't tell

Does it really matter?

your right, I just want my fricken gun lol.

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April 5th, 2008, 20:07	#32
Crunchmeister Trader rating Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: In your bedroom going though your underwear drawer	When shootsoft first appeared, their prices were better compared to A&A. Then there was a increase of $25 on most AEGs, and the shipping went to a flat rate of $40, which pushed up the price enough (at least on pistols and SMGs) to not make it such an attractive deal as the original prices did. They're still cheaper than what A&A were charging for the same products, at least in terms of the lower end stuff like JG. When it came to full-size AEGs and big guns like M249s, where $40 shipping was about on par or a bit cheaper with A&A for the same item. But for small guns like SMGs and especially pistols, that put the price up there to within $20 of the cost of the same gun from A&A. They're still cheaper, but not by a whole lot. Still, it's a supply of guns and shootsoft have built a decent reputation in their short time in business. I'm glad to have them around, even though I haven't made a purchase from them yet. But yes, the classifieds is what I think Brian and the rest of us were referring to. We're seeing a lot of lower end guns at really good prices, unlike the inflated price A&A and 007 have / had them listed at, and seeing some nice TM and other brand name guns coming in at much better prices than either A&A or 007. Granted, we don't have the same wide selection as with the retailers, but at least there are still guns that are readily available for decent prices. __________________

April 5th, 2008, 20:41	#33
Brian McIlmoyle 8=======D Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Toronto	My greatest worry was access to GBBs drying up, but this is far from the case.. its great! __________________ Brian McIlmoyle TTAC3 Director CAPS Range Officer Toronto Downtown Age Verifier OPERATION WOODSMAN If the tongue could cut as the sword does, the dead would be infinite

April 6th, 2008, 00:32	#38
Amos Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Japan	Some one get my a GP USP .45 The one I bought is sitting in customs for the next 6 months :'( __________________ Custom Builds: FA3674U Krinkov G3SD6

April 5th, 2008, 18:59	#31
Omi-san Trader rating Join Date: May 2007 Location: Montréal	The last time I checked, Shootsoft's prices were not much lower than A&A and 007 used to be. I guess you guys most be talking about people selling in the classifieds or thru word of mouth.

April 6th, 2008, 00:25	#36
bean Administrator Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2004	Nope the hk416 debocle

April 6th, 2008, 02:14	#41
lokisama Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: etobicoke, ON	But how are these private importers getting guns in country? __________________ Western Arms Infinity 6" Hybrid DX silver Limited Western Arms Infinity 5" Expert KSC MP7A1 KSC USP Match Kimber Warrior [Nova FMU kit] Kimber Gold Combat Stainless [Nova FMU kit]

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