Win Some, Lose Some

napp · January 20, 2011, 08:42 AM

As you might remember, I bought my first BP pistol about five weeks ago. At that time, Cabela's had the case hardened, checkered grip 1858 Remington on sale for $319. Being afraid that the sale would soon end, I went for it.

Sure enough, while browsing Cabela's website last night I noticed that the pistol is no longer on sale for $319. It is now on sale for $279.

Oh well, at least, I got free shipping in December.

c.robertson · January 20, 2011, 09:19 AM

Do what I did on the purchase of a new in the box HOWDAH 20ga double barrel pistol in the Bargin Cave. Snivel & whine, pee & moan.
I did with the Howdah priced at Bargin Cave for $499.00. Internet price had been reduced from $600.00 to $500.00.
SOOO! I did the above and got the HOWDAH down to $312.00. I know that is hard to believe, but if anyone doubts my word I can scan the reciept and post it.

And boy it that a fun gun to shoot.

Doc Hoy · January 20, 2011, 09:20 AM

That man is blessed,
who does his best,
and leaves the rest,
and does not worry.

The fact that you are not clairvoyant does not detract in any way from my regard for you.

This was Cabela's mistake, not yours.

napp · January 20, 2011, 10:08 AM

Based on your comments, I called customer service at Cabela's. I didn't have to pee and moan; but I did snivel and whine a little. I was initially informed that no adjustment could be made since the purchase was more than 30 days ago. Eventually, the very pleasant lady in customer service agreed to send me a $20 gift certificate as a good faith gesture.

Since the original order included free shipping and the current offer doesn't, we were only looking at a $30 dollar difference. I'm happy with the results of the phone call. Kudos to Cabela's customer service.

January 20, 2011, 08:42 AM	#1
napp Senior Member Join Date: November 30, 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 152	Win Some, Lose Some As you might remember, I bought my first BP pistol about five weeks ago. At that time, Cabela's had the case hardened, checkered grip 1858 Remington on sale for $319. Being afraid that the sale would soon end, I went for it. Sure enough, while browsing Cabela's website last night I noticed that the pistol is no longer on sale for $319. It is now on sale for $279. Oh well, at least, I got free shipping in December. __________________ napp

January 20, 2011, 09:20 AM	#3
Doc Hoy Senior Member Join Date: October 24, 2008 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 5,440	Napp That man is blessed, who does his best, and leaves the rest, and does not worry. The fact that you are not clairvoyant does not detract in any way from my regard for you. This was Cabela's mistake, not yours. __________________ Seek truth. Relax. Take a breath.

January 20, 2011, 10:08 AM	#4
napp Senior Member Join Date: November 30, 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 152	c.robertson Based on your comments, I called customer service at Cabela's. I didn't have to pee and moan; but I did snivel and whine a little. I was initially informed that no adjustment could be made since the purchase was more than 30 days ago. Eventually, the very pleasant lady in customer service agreed to send me a $20 gift certificate as a good faith gesture. Since the original order included free shipping and the current offer doesn't, we were only looking at a $30 dollar difference. I'm happy with the results of the phone call. Kudos to Cabela's customer service. __________________ napp

January 20, 2011, 09:19 AM	#2
c.robertson Senior Member Join Date: October 23, 2009 Location: Grain Valley Mo. Posts: 102	Do what I did on the purchase of a new in the box HOWDAH 20ga double barrel pistol in the Bargin Cave. Snivel & whine, pee & moan. I did with the Howdah priced at Bargin Cave for $499.00. Internet price had been reduced from $600.00 to $500.00. SOOO! I did the above and got the HOWDAH down to $312.00. I know that is hard to believe, but if anyone doubts my word I can scan the reciept and post it. And boy it that a fun gun to shoot.