nj22 2 Posted November 22, 2011 How do you guys like this company? I tried the "request a quote" function here but cannot find the firearm I'm looking for locally. Cheaperthandirt has it for a great price. Have your experiences been positive with them? Thanks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
almiz111 26 Posted November 22, 2011 How do you guys like this company? I tried the "request a quote" function here but cannot find the firearm I'm looking for locally. Cheaperthandirt has it for a great price. Have your experiences been positive with them? Thanks I guess they are generally OK. But watch out for the 'cheaper' claim. I directly compared an ammo order with Cabela's and Midway. Yes the ammo was cheaper but the shipping was way out of line and the net difference was about zero. They do carry some stuff that most others don't - eg., Tikka extended mags that I need. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
alec.mc 180 Posted November 22, 2011 I've noticed that they typically charge an absurd amount for shipping, i've gone through them a few times - but typically can find cheaper elsewhere. But hey, if they have a good price - go for it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Prime 0 Posted November 22, 2011 They do carry some stuff that most others don't - eg., Tikka extended mags that I need. Last I checked, those were sold out. I could use one as well. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nj22 2 Posted November 22, 2011 Only $11 shipping for firearms. Doesn't seem too terrible. Think I'll order today and hope to be on the range by the weekend... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djg0770 481 Posted November 22, 2011 Only $11 shipping for firearms. Doesn't seem too terrible. Think I'll order today and hope to be on the range by the weekend... Yeah - I think you're dreaming. Thursday is a holiday with no mail or UPS deliveries - and Friday NJNics may be closed... What FFL do you plan on using? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stever 16 Posted November 22, 2011 On any single order try to keep all item #'s either all numeric or all alpha numeric to order from same warehouse..This keeps shipping costs lowest usually..also when ordering a single box of ammo that may be $10 shipping, ordering a second may only increase shipping an extra couple dollars..these are things I've found..I think CTD is a great place.. Also a good idea to ask for signature required when it comes to ammo ordering (no charge)..also they require one time FID on file. MidwayUSA is another great place... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nj22 2 Posted November 22, 2011 Yeah, I was dreaming. CTD didn't let me buy the gun (posted in another forum). Keep forgetting about the holiday! Clearly I'm blocking it out for a reason (ah, family) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HKHockey 5 Posted November 22, 2011 My buddies that shoot use CTD to buy random odds and ends but never firearms. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Maksim 1,504 Posted November 22, 2011 Cheaper than dirt is a bunch of douchebags. Many will know them as More Expensive Than Sh*t. A year ago or so, when there was the ammo crunch, CTD was raping people with ridiculous prices, charging $30 for a box of 9mm. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
diamondd817 828 Posted November 22, 2011 Their shiiping costs kill their great prices. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
this_is_nascar 162 Posted November 22, 2011 I've purchased ammo and accessories from them, never an actual firearm. They are OK, unless you have to return something. They frown on returns and put you through a hassle when attempting to do a return. I've since resolved myself to only order from them if they are the absolute only place that has what I'm looking for. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nj22 2 Posted November 22, 2011 Thanks guys. I'll try to work it out locally! I've purchased ammo and accessories from them, never an actual firearm. They are OK, unless you have to return something. They frown on returns and put you through a hassle when attempting to do a return. I've since resolved myself to only order from them if they are the absolute only place that has what I'm looking for. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Duppie 73 Posted November 22, 2011 I've ordered a few accessories from them but as indicated, the shipping costs tend to negate what ever savings that attracted you in the first place. The same goes for Midway, but I understand that they have just about everything you need if reloading. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites