Hi Guy's, I have been using gunbroker, as a resource, for only a short time. I have only purchased 3 firearms, in the last year,.. No problems.
I found a pistol I would like to purchase, (Gen3 Smith & Wesson). The seller only has 2 past sells, and the 2 reviews are excellent. For payment, he wants a certified check, or paypal (?). I'm not sure a certified check has any buyer protection, and PayPal ? is that even legal for a firearm? I know paypal will help out, on a bad transaction sometimes, on something legit, But, I'm not sure how that would work, on a PayPal gift, (I think is what it's called.)
My question, is should this be ringing warning bells? It's a common pistol, and the only reason I'm tempted to purchase online, is it's at a pretty sweet price. I don't want to hold the low sell count against the guy, cause I know everyone has to start somewhere. Shipping and all would be about $300.00. I sent him a message asking if he would accept a postal money order, and he responded in the negative, that certified check, or paypal gift (?), was the only form he wanted. So, should I do the deal, or wait. I don't need the pistol, but would like to have it. I doubt I can find one local for any where near the price.
Is this one I should stay away from? Many thanks in advance.
Caspar..