S&W Model 10 police trade in at Buds again

FlyingScot · April 29, 2013, 11:12 PM

I missed last time but just ordered the round butt 4" heavy barrel. They also have the the 3" version. Based on the good reports last time of nice shooters - here's hoping I get lucky. This will be my second revolver, now to wait and see what I get

Feanaro · April 29, 2013, 11:35 PM

You are a terrible, terrible man. The only reason you haven't cost me money is because I'm about to buy a reloading press. Shameful.

FlyingScot · April 30, 2013, 12:14 AM

I wasn't planning on spending $269.00 tonight either - and had to explain the emailed receipt to my wife tonight

. Honestly these have been a fair deal I avoided and after seeing the HKGun thread...I wanted one to send off to S&W for refinishing. If it is too nice for that - will keep it as is and look for another.

marv · April 30, 2013, 12:22 AM

I just now checked their site. They don't show any 3", only 4". I'm gonna call tomorrow and ask for a 3". If they don't have it I will order another 4 RB.

FlyingScot · April 30, 2013, 12:35 AM

But go to this link - still showing as available for "add to cart". http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...s_id/411545640

I found that link through another site - Rimfirecentral posted the original deal earlier for the 4" - which is what I wanted.

forindooruseonly · April 30, 2013, 08:44 AM

Well, there went $300....

I guess I'll see what I end up with.

bigtubby · April 30, 2013, 10:44 AM

Went for the 3" been wanting one!!!

YJake · April 30, 2013, 01:18 PM

Why did somebody have to post this?!

My local FFL is going to kill me due to the order I just placed...

Howsabout a 3" Model 10 for each hand?

-Jake

silicosys4 · April 30, 2013, 01:33 PM

Sheesh, leave some for those of us that can't shop until after work...

lowercase · April 30, 2013, 04:11 PM

LOL, I posted this same thing on another forum.

And, to echo another reply, there goes 300 dollars.

El Guero · April 30, 2013, 04:26 PM

I always want to get one of these, but I'm too lazy to renew my license and deal with the ffl stuff just for a spare 38...

YJake · April 30, 2013, 05:07 PM

Whoops. Wrong thread.

-Jake

Jim NE · May 1, 2013, 12:15 AM

I bought one of the 3 inchers last night. I didn't hesitate and it's on it's way to me now. Guess I did the right thing, because I don't see anymore of the 3" models listed at Bud's. AND, they've jacked up the price 10 bucks on the 4" models since just last night.

I own several S&W classic revolvers, but no K frames in 3". I'll let you know how good it is when it arrives.

marv · May 1, 2013, 12:17 AM

Called them this AM. NO 3".

Jim NE · May 1, 2013, 12:20 AM

I was surprised because I ordered mine on line about this time last night (late), yet they were still able to ship it out today. That hasn't with me at Bud's for a long time. Maybe things ARE returning to normal.

YJake · May 1, 2013, 12:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jim NE

I was surprised because I ordered mine on line about this time last night (late), yet they were still able to ship it out today. That hasn't with me at Bud's for a long time. Maybe things ARE returning to normal.

Indeed, for everything but ammo.

I ordered mine at Noon EST and the website says that they have been shipped to my FFL.

-Jake

forindooruseonly · May 1, 2013, 03:21 AM

I got the update that mine had made it it to shipping as well.

Hey flyingscot, a big thanks to you for posting up about these being available - I missed out on the last round of 3" police trade-ins and regretted it. If I hadn't seen this thread I would have missed out again, so I appreciate it.

Manny · May 1, 2013, 09:30 AM

Those 3" guns are very appealing.

Can the Model 10 stand a steady diet of +p ammo? As that's pretty much the only .38 I shoot or keep on hand.

nathan · May 1, 2013, 09:30 AM

These are very nice , super smooth triggers. Classic revolvers of its day.

Jim NE · May 1, 2013, 10:56 AM

Manny, affirmative on the +P ammo. My understanding is that you can shoot nothing but +P in the model 10 without ill effects.

usurp31 · May 1, 2013, 12:07 PM

A local FFL here in Lewisville often has the same guns pop up for $200; they are trade ins from the local security companies. Definitely good buys at either price.

rondog · May 1, 2013, 01:13 PM

I've never bought a gun from Bud's....what exactly is the process? Call and say what you want, give a CC#, have shipped to a local FFL?

forindooruseonly · May 1, 2013, 01:32 PM

Rondog, pretty much. You can call and they'll take your information, or you can do it online. I did mine online, in the checkout process it will give you a list of FFLs it has on file near the zip code you put in, so you can either select one of those or email a copy of your FFL.

Buds charges 3% on credit cards, so if you want the cash discount you can either do an electronic check or send one in through snail mail. However, the fine print doesn't reserve you a used gun, basically they can sell whatever they've got till your funds come in, which n a deal like the 3" K frames, they're so popular I don't think they'd last long enough to get the check to them.

Once you pay and select or send an FFL, you wait for them to process and ship it. It's is what most people complain about, as it can take a while for them to do it. A week sometimes, sometimes more. So you wait...

spanishjames · May 1, 2013, 06:39 PM

rondog:

Bud's may be busier than normal in this political climate. But normally, an in stock item ships within a couple days. If you pay by check/electronic check, it takes at least a week to ship because your check has to clear.

Bud's doesn't need your CC#, FOID, Pistol Permit, etc. That's where the FFL you choose comes in. The FFL handles the actual transfer to you, the buyer, as well as any other government mandated requirements.

Be careful though, once you start buying online, (and shipping to an FFL), you're hooked.

silicosys4 · May 1, 2013, 07:19 PM

3" are gone

April 29, 2013, 11:12 PM	#1
FlyingScot Member Join Date: November 30, 2010 Posts: 14	S&W Model 10 police trade in at Buds again I missed last time but just ordered the round butt 4" heavy barrel. They also have the the 3" version. Based on the good reports last time of nice shooters - here's hoping I get lucky. This will be my second revolver, now to wait and see what I get

April 29, 2013, 11:35 PM	#2
Feanaro Member Join Date: March 29, 2003 Location: Leeds, AL. Posts: 2,632	You are a terrible, terrible man. The only reason you haven't cost me money is because I'm about to buy a reloading press. Shameful. __________________ "I personally think the only true god is God, but your front sight is a safe icon to regard with complete obedience when it’s time to shoot[.]" -Bruce Gray

April 30, 2013, 12:14 AM	#3
FlyingScot Member Join Date: November 30, 2010 Posts: 14	Yeah, well... I wasn't planning on spending $269.00 tonight either - and had to explain the emailed receipt to my wife tonight . Honestly these have been a fair deal I avoided and after seeing the HKGun thread...I wanted one to send off to S&W for refinishing. If it is too nice for that - will keep it as is and look for another.

April 30, 2013, 12:22 AM	#4
marv Member Join Date: April 2, 2006 Location: South coast of Indiana Posts: 364	I just now checked their site. They don't show any 3", only 4". I'm gonna call tomorrow and ask for a 3". If they don't have it I will order another 4 RB. __________________ I'm not especiially glad to see you. This IS a gun in my pocket.

April 30, 2013, 12:35 AM	#5
FlyingScot Member Join Date: November 30, 2010 Posts: 14	3" odd to find... But go to this link - still showing as available for "add to cart". http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/p...s_id/411545640 I found that link through another site - Rimfirecentral posted the original deal earlier for the 4" - which is what I wanted.

April 30, 2013, 08:44 AM	#6
forindooruseonly Member Join Date: October 3, 2009 Posts: 938	Well, there went $300.... I guess I'll see what I end up with.

April 30, 2013, 10:44 AM	#7
bigtubby Member Join Date: April 5, 2010 Location: Great state of Nevada Posts: 398	Went for the 3" been wanting one!!!

April 30, 2013, 01:18 PM	#8
YJake Member Join Date: June 2, 2010 Posts: 132	Why did somebody have to post this?! My local FFL is going to kill me due to the order I just placed... Howsabout a 3" Model 10 for each hand? -Jake

April 30, 2013, 01:33 PM	#9
silicosys4 Member Join Date: June 29, 2012 Posts: 832	Sheesh, leave some for those of us that can't shop until after work...

April 30, 2013, 04:11 PM	#10
lowercase Member Join Date: August 6, 2008 Location: Pacific Northwest Posts: 201	LOL, I posted this same thing on another forum. And, to echo another reply, there goes 300 dollars.

April 30, 2013, 04:26 PM	#11
El Guero Member Join Date: October 19, 2003 Location: IC, IA Posts: 145	I always want to get one of these, but I'm too lazy to renew my license and deal with the ffl stuff just for a spare 38...

April 30, 2013, 05:07 PM	#12
YJake Member Join Date: June 2, 2010 Posts: 132	Whoops. Wrong thread. -Jake

May 1, 2013, 12:15 AM	#13
Jim NE Member Join Date: February 28, 2011 Posts: 788	I bought one of the 3 inchers last night. I didn't hesitate and it's on it's way to me now. Guess I did the right thing, because I don't see anymore of the 3" models listed at Bud's. AND, they've jacked up the price 10 bucks on the 4" models since just last night. I own several S&W classic revolvers, but no K frames in 3". I'll let you know how good it is when it arrives.

May 1, 2013, 12:17 AM	#14
marv Member Join Date: April 2, 2006 Location: South coast of Indiana Posts: 364	Called them this AM. NO 3". __________________ I'm not especiially glad to see you. This IS a gun in my pocket.

May 1, 2013, 12:20 AM	#15
Jim NE Member Join Date: February 28, 2011 Posts: 788	I was surprised because I ordered mine on line about this time last night (late), yet they were still able to ship it out today. That hasn't with me at Bud's for a long time. Maybe things ARE returning to normal.

May 1, 2013, 03:21 AM	#17
forindooruseonly Member Join Date: October 3, 2009 Posts: 938	I got the update that mine had made it it to shipping as well. Hey flyingscot, a big thanks to you for posting up about these being available - I missed out on the last round of 3" police trade-ins and regretted it. If I hadn't seen this thread I would have missed out again, so I appreciate it.

May 1, 2013, 09:30 AM	#18
Manny Member Join Date: February 23, 2003 Location: NE Ohio Posts: 321	Those 3" guns are very appealing. Can the Model 10 stand a steady diet of +p ammo? As that's pretty much the only .38 I shoot or keep on hand.

May 1, 2013, 09:30 AM	#19
nathan Member Join Date: February 4, 2003 Location: Houston Posts: 4,032	These are very nice , super smooth triggers. Classic revolvers of its day.

May 1, 2013, 10:56 AM	#20
Jim NE Member Join Date: February 28, 2011 Posts: 788	Manny, affirmative on the +P ammo. My understanding is that you can shoot nothing but +P in the model 10 without ill effects.

May 1, 2013, 12:07 PM	#21
usurp31 Member Join Date: May 22, 2011 Location: Dallas Posts: 24	A local FFL here in Lewisville often has the same guns pop up for $200; they are trade ins from the local security companies. Definitely good buys at either price.

May 1, 2013, 01:13 PM	#22
rondog Member Join Date: June 29, 2007 Location: Commurado Posts: 4,794	I've never bought a gun from Bud's....what exactly is the process? Call and say what you want, give a CC#, have shipped to a local FFL? __________________ Ever feel like the world's a tuxedo, and you're a pair of brown shoes? - George Gobel

May 1, 2013, 01:32 PM	#23
forindooruseonly Member Join Date: October 3, 2009 Posts: 938	Rondog, pretty much. You can call and they'll take your information, or you can do it online. I did mine online, in the checkout process it will give you a list of FFLs it has on file near the zip code you put in, so you can either select one of those or email a copy of your FFL. Buds charges 3% on credit cards, so if you want the cash discount you can either do an electronic check or send one in through snail mail. However, the fine print doesn't reserve you a used gun, basically they can sell whatever they've got till your funds come in, which n a deal like the 3" K frames, they're so popular I don't think they'd last long enough to get the check to them. Once you pay and select or send an FFL, you wait for them to process and ship it. It's is what most people complain about, as it can take a while for them to do it. A week sometimes, sometimes more. So you wait...

May 1, 2013, 06:39 PM	#24
spanishjames Member Join Date: April 6, 2010 Posts: 75	rondog: Bud's may be busier than normal in this political climate. But normally, an in stock item ships within a couple days. If you pay by check/electronic check, it takes at least a week to ship because your check has to clear. Bud's doesn't need your CC#, FOID, Pistol Permit, etc. That's where the FFL you choose comes in. The FFL handles the actual transfer to you, the buyer, as well as any other government mandated requirements. Be careful though, once you start buying online, (and shipping to an FFL), you're hooked.

May 1, 2013, 07:19 PM	#25
silicosys4 Member Join Date: June 29, 2012 Posts: 832	3" are gone