Rifle Abuse

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Not sure where to put this so here goes.....I sent my fathers M98 Mauser to John Van Dyke. John had built a rifle for me in the past so I trusted him. After 8 months of religiously calling him every 2 months....he always said he was busy. I let it go. Finally I called this past monday and asked the rifle be returned. I spoke with Bill, he did in fact send it out. Thank God. I was a bit dissappointed as the stock wasa broken, the barrel covered in rust and the dog hair covered everything. Maybe the dog hair buffered some abuse? Anyway, I am not here to castrate them, just SEVERELY dissatisfied.

 

[johngfoster]

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???

 

[mp45acp]

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you forgot to add the link

 

[teknikallysekure]

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I for one am personally against it.

 

[deliciouspizza]

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lol

 

[858]

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I'm SEVERELY dissatisfied with your post.

 

[x ring accuracy]

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fixed, lol

 

[teknikallysekure]

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well, I'm going to reiterate my initial statement then.

 

[x ring accuracy]

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Computers can be a pain at times : )

 

[Queequeg]

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And the stock was broken by whom?

 

[x ring accuracy]

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Wasn't me!

 

[Queequeg]

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Well it seems Dick Van Dyke has resumed drinking again!

Little '60s' TV reference.

Seriously, no expalanation or compensation?

Frankly that is pretty scummy. I'd castrate the bastard.

What's the next move for my fellow Floridian?

 

[x ring accuracy]

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My move is to let it go, warn whomever and be thankful I did in fact get the Mauser back.

 

[x ring accuracy]

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Guess it isn't that important, just be careful.

 

[Msprink05]

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Nah ide demand compensation, thats shitty!!!

 

[chad3]

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Glad to get your own stuff back wouldn't be good enough for me. Trade him that firewood for a real stock at least.

 

[MrMike]

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wow did he at least send the bit of wood that broke off? I would be really really up set about that. but thats just me.

 

[PFCSkoug]

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why did you call him every 2 months??

 

[x ring accuracy]

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I called every 2 months to check status. And no, I did not get the piece of the stock back. I don't want to be a pest to a smith, that's why I figured 2 months was OK. And eveytime I called...."well, were a little busy but yours is next" game.

 

[m1k3]

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I'd seriously get a response from the so called gun smith as to how this all happened. An explination. Something. Let him know you are getting quotes for the repairs. Then go get some quotes for the repairs.
He's about to be real busy. Busy defending himself.

There's no excuse for that type of service and unless you are willing to take it in the rear, I'd get on the phone with that guy quick to let him know you are not satisfied and that you are going to do everything in your power to become satisfied. Good luck.

Mike

 

[steve123]

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Did he send it back insured? I doubt that it was damaged in shipping but could have been.Looks like it was dropped on a concrete floor.Maybe that's why he was procrastinating.

I'd be looking for compensation.

Steve

 

[x ring accuracy]

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I could see if it was damaged in shipping....IF the broken piece of the stock was still in the case. Seems funny how the screw, the black plastic buttstock piece was there and no wood. That's why I am pissed. The missing piece of the stock.

 

[LoneWolfUSMC]

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Holy SHIT!!!

If I sent a rifle off for some work and got it back in worse condition than before there would be hell to pay.

Compensation to have the repair done by a "known" smith would be the least I would accept.

 

[Bushmaster]

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Having had bad experiences w/ several 'smiths in the past I have to say I feel your pain. There is no excuse for the condition of that gun. Have you been able to question what happened to it? Since we're on the subject: I understand that you get what you pay for and all that sh!t , but why is it that people put up w/ so much sh!t form 'smiths. Is it just me or does every 'smith that says he'll have it done w/in X time frame exceed it drastically? I mean if you tell me that I'm the kind of guy thats gonna take your word and hold you to it. But it seems every time I'm told that nobody ever delivers on their promise. Put it in perspective, if this was a car mechanic or heaven forbid a Dr giving you such vageries would you sit back and feel bad like you're bothering him/her every time you call? I think not. You want a f-ing solution. I wish I have had better experiences w/ 'smiths up to date and sorry for the ramble. keydiverfla, I hope this gets resolved for your sake.

 

[tireys]

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Thats crap that anyone in the business of restoration or repair to treat someone elses property like that. You shouldn't have to demand any type of reimbursement or compensation period. The smith you sent it to should have volunteered to make it right. I hope you get what your owed and you should certainly follow up on making him pay.

 

[hydro556]

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Thats fucked up. Would love to hear the other side of the story. Not familiar with this cat, is he a member?

 

[nolo263]

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Funny guy Dick VanDyke!! Seriously call that bastard and get answers!

 

[x ring accuracy]

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I would like to know his side as well. Shit happens and life sucks sometimes but at LEAST he could have called or put a note in with the rifle saying SOMETING! I'm not sure if the smith is a member here. It's VanDyke Rifle Designs. They are on the web. Will keep you posted as the saga continues.

 

[sobrbiker883]

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I was thinking it was VanDyke here in Gilbert AZ and was going to offer to stop by for you, but the VD you listed is in KS.....

No wood in box=broken in shop. No explanation or reimbursement=F'ed up business.

 

[x ring accuracy]

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Thanks for the offer, but yes, they are in Kansas. Not many people would offer like you did. Thanks again.

 

[GaryinCC]

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that is full on fucked....

i had a "smith" put on a set of sites on a 1911 for me years back. the guy dissapeared with my gun never to be seen again...got word later that it had been used in a homaside and will never get it back.

i will never ship a gun to a guy..ever..find some one local so you can woop their ass if the need be...

good luck.

 

[Turk]

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I had smith in Va. that had my rifle for almost 2yrs! Never touched it and when I wanted the rifle back he wanted to charge me for storage!!!

 

[BCR #226]

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I can't believe some people. I'd never send a customers gun out like that. Not to mention that if something like that happened, I'd fix the issue for the customer. I can't believe some of the shit I've seen from smiths here and elsewhere.

Sorry for the rant but come on you gunsmiths, have some pride in your work.

Mike

 

[Averagejoe]

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You were completely in the right to call and its obvious you didn't bombard the guy every 3 days so its not because you were the "Asshole Client". I would absolutely send him an email, phone call and also a Certified Letter demanding compensation for that stock. Also take it to a local smith and see if the rust did any damage to the rifling and if so get a fair price to replace it and demand that.

If none of this comes to fruition post his information on every site known to man that pertains to guns as no one should have to deal with that shit...

 

[x ring accuracy]

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If none of this comes to fruition post his information on every site known to man that pertains to guns as no one should have to deal with that shit...
Trust me, I WILL!