11-29-2011, 12:21 AM
Colt Wrote:The text below in bold is taken directly from my contract, tried to attach it but didn't work so well. The rest of the contract is price break down and my CC info/signature. You can see that it doesn't mention delivery times, well I really learned my lesson with these guys, never again will I trust a company. Since Tac Rifles has no honor or integrity I am forced to take costly legal measures during the holiday season no less! I was reading through my emails and came across one from Tac Rifles that said "Good news, we are 4-6 weeks from completion of your rifle!" That was Mar 23 2010!!!!! I get so pissed every time I think of this crap!
Tactical Rifles, Inc. 38439 5th Ave, #186, Zephyrhills, FL 33542 Phone: 352-458-4675 Fax: 407-264-8701 Specifications are subject to change without notice. *The above photo is for illustration purposes only * Accuracy guarantee requires proper break-in and cleaning proceedure. * Standard price includes rifle only, no accessories/options are included unless detailed in quotation *Stock configuration and colors are as detailed in quotation, and may differ from example rifle illustrated.
"Notes: Tactical Rifles will confirm receipt of deposit. Then your job will be entered into the Production Sheet. We will not give updates of construction progress under any circumstances. When your rifle is complete, you will be notified. Applied painted finishes can and do scratch and exhibit signs of wear - we cannot be responsible for such. 50% non-refundable deposit will be charged immediately upon placing order. Balance due upon completion Prices reflect a 3% discount for check/money order payment. Use of credit card will lose that 3% discount. Once notice of completion is given by us, rifles must be paid for within 10 business days or will be considered forfeit without refund Your Tactical Rifle will be shipped to your local FFL upon completion and balance of payment. Please have your dealer mail us a signed copy of their FFL (which must be current at time of shipping). Your dealer MUST reference you as the customer on the FFL or we will not be able to identify you as the buyer All changes must be in writing, no verbal changes will be accepted. Change orders are subject to a $50 per item charge and are not possible beyond 30days of signing order form"
How serious are you? It is against credit card companies rules to offer a cash discount. If they have the ability to process credit card transactions, they CANNOT charge more to do so. This contract is a HUGE red flag to me. I would never sign such a document, but I understand others doing so, especially if they offer a product you specifically desire. Most states have a "delivery contract" which means that the seller must deliver within some reasonable amount of time.
If you paid a big down payment, it would make sense to pay a lawyer to review the contract and make a call to them requesting a refund. He will know the laws pertaining to interstate commerce and what you can expect. Paying a lawyer a couple hundred bucks to retrieve a couple thousand is worth it, at least to me.
If you want to play dirty, you could call your credit card company, point out that this company is charging a premium for credit card transactions, and see if the company will go to bat for your money based on that.
BUT...a lawyer may be your best friend in this situation, as hard as it is to say that!
You seek escape from pain. We seek the achievement of happiness. You exist for the sake of avoiding punishment. We exist for the sake of earning rewards. Threats will not make us function; fear is not our incentive. It is not death that we wish to avoid, but life that we wish to live. - John Galt