ok I am changing guns
12-12-2005, 03:28 PM
#1
Thread Starter
Join Date: Oct 2005
Posts: 76
ok I am changing guns
well you all know about my ss sidekick, well I am gonna return it and get something else, I got it at basspro shops, so my options are limited, the next thing on the list is a TC omega black/blued version for 299, is this a good choice or can I get something better, I will try to get my money back so I have more options on were to buy a gun but I am looking at either knight or TC now, or should I save and try another sidekick ??my dads shoots fantastic and wont trade me for anything lol...any help would be great, I sure wish my walmarts were like yours[:'(]
12-12-2005, 03:30 PM
#2
Dominant Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Wisconsin
Posts: 21,193
RE: ok I am changing guns
If they don't want to give you your money back, perhaps get a different sidekick. As you already know from the others, they are a good shooting gun. Perhaps the one you have has a flaw. Good luck. Although the Omega would be nice too.
I guess it is all a matter of what you want and what they will do for you...
I guess it is all a matter of what you want and what they will do for you...
12-12-2005, 03:45 PM
#3
Thread Starter
Join Date: Oct 2005
Posts: 76
RE: ok I am changing guns
well they will most certainly let me exchange or upgrade to another gun, the money back is a long shot but for the extra 50 bucks or so would an omega be an uprgade? or should I stick with the ss sidekick I do like the ss for looks over blued but thats what I can afford right now a blued omega.
12-12-2005, 04:24 PM
#4
Boone & Crockett
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Idaho
Posts: 11,703
RE: ok I am changing guns
y_not5
Another option and an option that Bass Pro will probably lay on you - how sending back to the manufacturer. Or better yet, call them contact them and ask them what to do. I see Cayugad suggest these guns often so in my mind somebody is having good luck with them. I would really suggest making that contact with the company explaining all of the problems you have had. Quality control does not always catch everything - sometimes there are just bad barrels.
And congrats on the hunt - experiance will make things bigger and better... at least you got to do it - some of us have to work all the time
Another option and an option that Bass Pro will probably lay on you - how sending back to the manufacturer. Or better yet, call them contact them and ask them what to do. I see Cayugad suggest these guns often so in my mind somebody is having good luck with them. I would really suggest making that contact with the company explaining all of the problems you have had. Quality control does not always catch everything - sometimes there are just bad barrels.
And congrats on the hunt - experiance will make things bigger and better... at least you got to do it - some of us have to work all the time
12-12-2005, 10:01 PM
#8
Dominant Buck
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: Wisconsin
Posts: 21,193
RE: ok I am changing guns
ORIGINAL: y_not5
well they will most certainly let me exchange or upgrade to another gun, the money back is a long shot but for the extra 50 bucks or so would an omega be an uprgade? or should I stick with the ss sidekick I do like the ss for looks over blued but thats what I can afford right now a blued omega.
well they will most certainly let me exchange or upgrade to another gun, the money back is a long shot but for the extra 50 bucks or so would an omega be an uprgade? or should I stick with the ss sidekick I do like the ss for looks over blued but thats what I can afford right now a blued omega.
12-12-2005, 10:48 PM
#9
Typical Buck
Join Date: Aug 2004
Location: Columbus, Ohio
Posts: 702
RE: ok I am changing guns
Either a knight or a TC would be an upgrade... You just have to ask yourself if you like the loading mechanism that knight uses... Some do/some don't... Personally like many before have mentioned, I like the Omega and own one. Good luck at Bass Pro.
12-13-2005, 08:04 AM
#10
Typical Buck
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Michigan
Posts: 771
RE: ok I am changing guns
New England Firearms is not a fly by night company. They make very fine quality firearms and their customer service is quite good. If you have an issue I'm sure they will do everything they need to to ensure they support their product.
Up to you but I would suggest at a minimum returning to your point of sale (Bass Pro Shops) and then:
A) Exchange it for another Sidekick. (My choice if I did not/could not spend any more money).
B) Have them (Bass Pro Shops)return it at their costto NEF for repair. I'm sure NEF will support their product.
C) Return it to Bass Pro Shops for a credit towards a T/C Omega in Blue/Syn for $299 or a Traditions Pursuit Pro Nickel/Syn for $269. My choice would be the Omega (I have two), but other than having a slightly heavy trigger (which Traditions will lighten for a fee) the Pursuit Pro (not the LT as it's too light)is a really nice balanced, handling and shooting ML.
BTW, you don't really need a stainless or nickel barrel so long as you properly care for your weapon. Even stainless and nickel will rust if neglected.
Tahquamenon
Up to you but I would suggest at a minimum returning to your point of sale (Bass Pro Shops) and then:
A) Exchange it for another Sidekick. (My choice if I did not/could not spend any more money).
B) Have them (Bass Pro Shops)return it at their costto NEF for repair. I'm sure NEF will support their product.
C) Return it to Bass Pro Shops for a credit towards a T/C Omega in Blue/Syn for $299 or a Traditions Pursuit Pro Nickel/Syn for $269. My choice would be the Omega (I have two), but other than having a slightly heavy trigger (which Traditions will lighten for a fee) the Pursuit Pro (not the LT as it's too light)is a really nice balanced, handling and shooting ML.
BTW, you don't really need a stainless or nickel barrel so long as you properly care for your weapon. Even stainless and nickel will rust if neglected.
Tahquamenon