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I had the chance to talk with a few industry insiders at a match yesterday, and they basically said that most of the issues are being CREATED, they are not organic.
They tell stories of manufacturers receiving calls asking for their entire years production of uppers or lowers, with payment up front for 20% of the order, and the rest on shipping receipt each month.
One told me that he generally keeps a running order of upper parts for about 9-12 months of production in stock, and then has standing orders for a months worth of production each month, but that his standing orders are now only being filled with 25% of the order.
Another said that he can order entire pallets of stuff, but not smaller orders.
This on top of an ammunition wholesaler who told me that he orders about 6-12 months of stock at a time, but that following SHOT he received an order from ONE customer for his entire years supply of 5.56. He wouldn't tell me who, but he said it was the largest single order, by far, he has ever had, and completely wiped out his 5.56 inventory, an entire warehouse. He would tell me it was not a .gov, .mil or a foreign buyer, though.
Several places told me that they cannot get small parts at all, ejection port doors, or gas blocks, or lower parts kits, etc.
Someone (or maybe multiple someones!) somewhere is stockpiling to beat the band. Or someone is about to raise the rates on everything because they control the market!
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
Well, I ordered one last Friday so we will see how long it takes..........
hobbesgunner
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Sweet....maybe I'll get my barrel before end of the month...been waiting on barrel and receiver ...even bought few extra parts in the meantime ..Young Mfg NM chrome carrier and Wolf buffer spring......getting anxious...kinds like Christmas in April
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bwaites Wrote:I had the chance to talk with a few industry insiders at a match yesterday, and they basically said that most of the issues are being CREATED, they are not organic.
They tell stories of manufacturers receiving calls asking for their entire years production of uppers or lowers, with payment up front for 20% of the order, and the rest on shipping receipt each month.
One told me that he generally keeps a running order of upper parts for about 9-12 months of production in stock, and then has standing orders for a months worth of production each month, but that his standing orders are now only being filled with 25% of the order.
Another said that he can order entire pallets of stuff, but not smaller orders.
This on top of an ammunition wholesaler who told me that he orders about 6-12 months of stock at a time, but that following SHOT he received an order from ONE customer for his entire years supply of 5.56. He wouldn't tell me who, but he said it was the largest single order, by far, he has ever had, and completely wiped out his 5.56 inventory, an entire warehouse. He would tell me it was not a .gov, .mil or a foreign buyer, though.
Several places told me that they cannot get small parts at all, ejection port doors, or gas blocks, or lower parts kits, etc.
Someone (or maybe multiple someones!) somewhere is stockpiling to beat the band. Or someone is about to raise the rates on everything because they control the market!
Makes you wonder who knows what...(putting my tinfoil hat on...)
I have a 20" barrel/bolt combo on order. Sent an email to AA and they responded saying they would give me the new lower price and upgrade my bolt to the chrome one when they filled the order. Prompt response and good customer service!!!!
41mag Wrote:I have a 20" barrel/bolt combo on order. Sent an email to AA and they responded saying they would give me the new lower price and upgrade my bolt to the chrome one when they filled the order. Prompt response and good customer service!!!!
That's odd. I'm sort of having the opposite experience. I placed an order Saturday. Between now and then I've sent a few questions to a couple different customer service reps plus the generic "orders" email address, and have yet to receive a response. I'll probably just have to call if I don't hear anything soon.
HuXXXford,
I sent my email to the generic orders address on 4/9 @ 4:52pm. On 4/11 @9:34am Steve Albert responded with the good news. His email address is Steven@alexanderarms.com. Good Luck.
Bob
hobbesgunner
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Wasn't aware of recent price changes.....I see bolts are optional now...when I ordered mine all barrel/bolt combos were same price. The 24" is $65 more now. Wonder what's different now... you wouldn't think 4 inches of barrel would cost %30 more
Talked to AA yesterday credit card company changed card mid stream(love when they pull thaton you we are sorry for any incovience) anyways whom ever I talked with said about to more weeks for my upper. So hopefully by the end of the month.
I heard back today. Steve actually had emailed me after my order because there was a glitch in the system that forced people to choose the black paint option and he wanted to ensure I wanted that. I think they might have just been busy contacting customers who placed orders during that time period.
Although he couldn't give an ETA, he was able to confirm I'm receiving the new barrel profile as opposed to the old. Still wondering what the differences are between the old and new?
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I'm not sure of the difference exactly, but the old profiles were based off the profiles developed for the Beowulf, and tended to be heavier than necessary for the Grendel.
Glad you got the problem resolved. AA is small, and generally I recommend that you talk directly with someone there, instead of simply ordering on the Web and waiting. Ordering is ok, just follow up with a phone call to double check.
They are working hard to improve the Web experience and answer emails more promptly, but it is a work in progress.
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
HuXXXford Wrote:I heard back today. Steve actually had emailed me after my order because there was a glitch in the system that forced people to choose the black paint option and he wanted to ensure I wanted that. I think they might have just been busy contacting customers who placed orders during that time period.
Although he couldn't give an ETA, he was able to confirm I'm receiving the new barrel profile as opposed to the old. Still wondering what the differences are between the old and new?
I guess I'll be getting the new profile, also. Cool.
Joseytheoutlawwales
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65hunter Wrote:anybody heard anything on a ship date fro there 24 inch barrels.
had mine on order since january im sure it will be worth the wait tho
It absolutely is worth the wait.
Its the finest barrel i've yet owned.
hobbesgunner
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I sure hope so...wait is killing me...every time my phone bleeps an incoming email I get my hopes up it's a shipping confirmation .....of course then I'm disappointed ...again...Eddie Bower or Barnes and Noble offering me a great deal on something I've no interest in
got the email today that mine shipped im alittle excited now
hobbesgunner
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Aw man..I want an Email from AA........when you order yours???
first of the year. ive had all my other parts since jan but the barrel ill be sure and post pics when this thing gets done
Got mine today that I ordered on Jan 20th. It's the 24", can't wait to get it out and shoot it. Gonna put a timney trigger in it first though.
Mine is built I'm gonna post some pics and try to shoot it Sunday if the rain stays away
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