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Antiques

Antiques & Artillery LLC

This business is NOT BBB Accredited.

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Complaints

Current Alerts For This Business

Pattern of Complaint:

On November 20, 2020 Better Business Bureau recognized a pattern of complaints from consumers regarding delivery and customer service issues. Consumers allege they order and pay for products from Antiques & Artillery, and after several weeks they have not received their products. Consumers further claim the company is unresponsive to requests for assistance regarding delivery and refunds.

On November 20, 2020, Better Business Bureau contacted Antiques & Artillery for a response to the customer complaints. On November 24, 2020, the owner of the business responded. The business response appears below.

Letter from the owner: 

“We love our customers and appreciate each and every one of you.  Our 1st and foremost goal from day one of our business has always been to provide you with a high quality product as quickly as possible.  As we have grown this is still our top priority although we have run into some speed bumps. 

Covid19 has caused some delays in shipping and we have tried to take care of all our customers that have run into delayed shipments over the past year. 

There has recently been a very high demand across the firearms industry.  This in turn caused limited product and an increase in prices.

-to combat this we have several vendors that have the products we offer and we have chosen to take a personal hit in pricing to make sure our customers can still purchase our products at affordable prices.

-Because we are a family owned business we have put our entire family to work, coating, preparing, packaging, and shipping to help get orders out as fast as possible.

-We also try to limit the amount of product listed everyday to help in keeping wait times down. 

Because of the increased demand and limit of time to spread around we are unable to answer ‘update’ emails.  We just don’t have time.  We feel using the time spent on answering emails is used more wisely finishing your orders and getting them shipped out to you. 

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this causes any of our customers.  We are keeping an eye out for customers with other issues such as address changes, order color changes, etc.  Because we are a custom company, refunds are only offered on a case by case basis.  This is due to work being put into the product during the time period prior to shipping.  Please make sure to read our ‘Returns, Warranties, and Cancellations’ page. 

When placing your order please read about wait times thoroughly prior to placing your order.  This is so important.  We thank you for trusting us and using us as your source for custom parts. 

-Jennifer Buchanan

Owner Antiques & Artillery”

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  • Complaint Type:
    Product Issues
    Status:
    Unanswered
    On 4/26/2024 I placed an order for $104.29. A few weeks went by and I had heard nothing. I emailed a few times and. O response. Finally got a reply claiming the items would ship May 17, 2024. O replied back and let them know this was way too late and to cancel the order. This we two weeks before the shipping date. I emailed several more time asking for refund status and never got a reply. The. The items showed up and looked like a kid colored them with spray paint I. The backyard. I requested a refund again, no reply. I emailed them from a separate email of mine and they replied, saying if I sent the items back they would refund once received, but after the lack of communication and obviously ignoring my emails I asked for a refund before I returned because I didnt trust them. They have not responded to any correspondence since. I simply want my money back at this point and hope this company shuts down as it seems their is an ongoing issues the more I read about them.
  • Complaint Type:
    Delivery Issues
    Status:
    Answered
    Ordered parts almost 2 weeks ago. No response to emails and a bogus phone number.

    Business response

    05/01/2024

    Hello ****,

     

    Please remember that custom items take time and are not ready-to-ship.  As for emails, please allow 1-3 business days for a response.

    Please check your email for your order's estimated completion date.

     

    Antiques & Artillery

    Customer response

    05/01/2024

     
    Complaint: 21631796

    I am rejecting this response because: I will wait until "May 10th" and see if the item ships/arrives.  If it does I will close the case. 

    Sincerely,

    *********************
  • Complaint Type:
    Billing Issues
    Status:
    Answered
    $25 for a basic charging handle. Charged to my accout immediately, but not processed. I just want my stuff, or I will be seaking legal action to collect my things and get compensation fo my time..

    Business response

    07/07/2023

    Customer agreed to **** day wait times, it has been **************************************************************************** concerns.
  • Complaint Type:
    Product Issues
    Status:
    Unresolved
    I purchased a glock 17 barrel and received not a Glock 17 barrel but a glock 19 and have tried to reach out numerous times to the company with no response after they realized they were in the wrong. I want my correct item i paid for or i want a refund.

    Business response

    06/21/2023

    We asked customer for identification numbers on the barrel.  Customer refused to give us the identification number.  Customer had opportunity to return the barrel, but did not.

    Customer response

    06/21/2023

     
    Complaint: 20167220

    I am rejecting this response because: That is not what happened i never heard a response back from the company after numerous emails as you can see attached files i have provided. I made numerous attempts to reach the business while my emails sat ignored. I never refused to send any identification numbers what so ever i provided that it was the same exact caliber per their request.  

    Sincerely,

    ***********************

    Business response

    06/28/2023

    The last three emails sent after our response were the customer responding to himself, we had never received those emails.

    Customer response

    07/08/2023

     
    Complaint: 20167220

    I am rejecting this response because: Now that this has been made aware and you have seen it i should be able to receive return packing to return to incorrect product for the correct product. 

    Sincerely,

    ***********************

    Business response

    08/04/2023

    Customer has been informed of how and where to send product for return / exchange.

    Customer response

    08/04/2023

     
    Complaint: 20167220

    I am rejecting this response because: I have not been informed how/ and where to return the items. Also i should not have to pay for return shipping or any incidentals due to the negligence of the company for sending the incorrect items requested/paid for. 

    Sincerely,

    ***********************

    Business response

    08/10/2023

    Please view attachment.

    Customer response

    08/15/2023

     
    Complaint: 20167220

    I am rejecting this response because: As mentioned in the previous contact, I will gladly wait for return packaging to arrive. I have previously paid for shipping for this product that should include if the item is incorrect.  

    Sincerely,

    ***********************
  • Complaint Type:
    Delivery Issues
    Status:
    Unanswered
    I placed 2 orders with this company and have not received my items. I have emailed them 5 times and have gotten no response at all. The phone they have listed is a bogus number. I want me money back.
  • Complaint Type:
    Delivery Issues
    Status:
    Unanswered
    I ordered on 2/01/2023 and never received tracking information. I emailed and called multiple times about my order and they will not return any communication. My next step is legal action for fraud.
  • Complaint Type:
    Delivery Issues
    Status:
    Unanswered
    Date ordered 10-10-22 order #***** I have not received my order and There is no was to track the items on their website. I also have not been able to make contact with the provider through email or phone number. The number listed is not working and no response on their emails. I just want my money back and or the product I ordered! This is a shady company with bad business practices.
  • Complaint Type:
    Product Issues
    Status:
    Unanswered
    Product was purchased 09/12/22 @0247HST.. the company doesn't seem to be very repeatable and the wait times are deplorable for a business claiming legitimacy and wanting their money up front. None of the reviews I've read are favorable and I do not believe this company to do business in a meritous way. I would ask for my money back but the email sent verifying my purchase is showing possible phishing and not able to be verified as an actual business. If I have made these comments in error then I will recant this statement. If im correct it will stay posted with addition of less favorable statements to follow illustrating it illegitimate business practices
  • Complaint Type:
    Product Issues
    Status:
    Resolved
    I purchase an order on 5/3/2022 (Order#*****) in the amount of $155.00 The web site states that it could take up to 90 days to process and to contact them after 90 days for a status update. I have sent numerous emails with no response and was unable to reach anyone by phone. I would like my items to be promptly shipped or a refund issued.I also purchased another order previously on 5/2/2022 (Order#*****) in the amount of $95.00. I would also like this order promptly shipped or a refund issued.

    Business response

    08/11/2022

    Good Afternoon,

    We sincerely apologize for the long wait times. We are currently working under very high order volumes and are working as hard as we can to get orders out in a timely manner. We are deeply apologetic that we have taken so long to get your order to you. Please reach out to us with any other questions or concerns and we would be happy to help you with your request.

    Antiques & Artillery,
    *******


    Customer response

    08/11/2022

     
    Better Business Bureau:

    I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID ********, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me. Thank you for shipping my order.

    Sincerely,

    ************************* *****
  • Complaint Type:
    Delivery Issues
    Status:
    Answered
    I ordered gun parts they took my money and it's been a month and I have not gotten what I ordered I've tried multiple times by email to find out when I can expect my order with no response and now would just like a refund

    Business response

    08/11/2022

    Good Afternoon *****,

     We sincerely apologize for the long wait times. We are currently working under very high order volumes and are working as hard as we can to get orders out in a timely manner. We are deeply apologetic that we have taken so long to get your order to you. Please reach out to us with any other questions or concerns and we would be happy to help you with your request.

    Antiques & Artillery,
    *******

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