I never buy anything that I cannot inspect and handle in person.
That pretty much rules out all the online vendors.
However back about 10 years ago I bought my Uberti Replica 1860 Henry sight unseen from Dixie.
Being a cartridge rifle, I had a local dealer order it for me. I have always been very pleased with that rifle.
Other than that, if I cannot handle it and inspect it personally, I do not even consider buying it.
Hmmmm.....I seem to recall I had one of the old Dixie catalogs laying around somewhere. Will have to see if I can find it, or if it got tossed.
I have bought stuff on line from Track of the Wolf and from Buffalo Arms, but only accessories, no guns.