G2 barrels

11 March 2003, 12:48

Magnum Mike

quote:
Originally posted by cas:
A new angle to sell the same old thing at a new higher price? No pictures.

Cant take pics of $1k worth of barrels that is supposed to arrive in a few days! [Wink]

11 March 2003, 13:02

contendernut

Not sure if they still have them in stock but a friend ordered a 223 23" from either midway or midsouth a couple weeks ago. He was at the range Friday and the groups look good.

11 March 2003, 13:33

<Headstamp>

I guess they refer to them as G2 barrels because they are in the new lengths now. (12", 15" and 23")

That'll be twenty two thousand dollars. (Like the old transmission commercial.)

It's all Jules' fault anyway. He's buying too many barrels and driving the prices up. [Big Grin]

Regards

11 March 2003, 14:50

Jules

I just can't help myself Ray.
But with the barrels I have from Mike Bellm, VVCG and my friend Mike of OTT, there's no room for factory barrels at custom barrel prices. I'll stick with the custom guys.

But...... I will get a G2 frame...just to have one [Wink]

11 March 2003, 14:51

mbk

Anyone notice what he lists for the scheduled ship date of the G2? [Roll Eyes]

April 1. . . . . . April Fools Day!!! [Eek!]

A little T/C humor??? [Big Grin]

11 March 2003, 15:06

Yardbird

I will stick up for James Lewis Enterprises. I bought my naked Encore frame from them for a good price, had prompt service and they sent the box and papers on request, even though the description was "new frame-only", not NIB Encore frame-only. Class act, I wouldn't doubt him too much.
Yardbird

11 March 2003, 15:11

Magnum Mike

quote:
Originally posted by Yardbird:
I will stick up for James Lewis Enterprises....
Yardbird

Not meanin to pick on him just bein sarcastic about the whole "G2" thing... [Wink]

11 March 2003, 15:17

mbk

No, I was not picking on Lewis. I'm sure he gets his info from T/C and dutifully passes it on. T/C are the ones I was taking a shot at. . . . . or are they taking a shot at US??????? [Wink]

Mike

11 March 2003, 15:26

graycg

Midsouth Shooter's supply is advertising the new G2 length barrels on their website, but when you to them, they say "on order". They also have G2 frames listed, but they too are on order. Prices are listed.
Midsouth is very reputable and I've been dealing with them for 18 years. Of course T/C could be screwing all the distributors, but I sure hope not.

regards,
Graycg

11 March 2003, 15:43

Rich Jake

Gotta love it barrels for frames that don't exist yet! I can hardly wait to see an actual G2 frame in someones hands other than some magazine writer. You really have to wonder who it is who does their advertising? [Confused]

Rich Jake

12 March 2003, 02:11

Dave Jenkins

I heard that they were considering holding the G2s and releasing the G3s but somebody in marketing thought it would be better to call them the G2.5s
Either way its better to get the barrles out prior to the frames because EVERYBODY knows its not a 1:1 proposition.

13 March 2003, 05:52

Helicopter Bill

I've dealt with James at alewisenterprise.com in the past and he's a good guy to deal with. Bought a frame from him, no hassle, better than advertised and great service. guess he's trying to get a jump on the competition. If you go to his web site he says he is low on stock because T/C hasn't been able to supply him with anything for a while, guess he's trying to play catch up on his cash flow.
Helicopter Bill

13 March 2003, 09:25

Jules

Me to Bill. That's where I got my Danzel Roberts walnut,maple laminate grip and forend for $125.00. He's a good person to deal with.

14 March 2003, 02:10

Alpo

quote:
Originally posted by Helicopter Bill:
I've dealt with James at alewisenterprise.com in the past and he's a good guy to deal with. Bought a frame from him, no hassle, better than advertised and great service. guess he's trying to get a jump on the competition. If you go to his web site he says he is low on stock because T/C hasn't been able to supply him with anything for a while, guess he's trying to play catch up on his cash flow.
Helicopter Bill

It's guys like James that T/C is hurting the most with their ignorant marketing. It's one thing to announce a new product. It's intirely different to announce a product replacement two years before they actually "may" start distribution. Shame on T/C!!!!

[ 03-13-2003, 17:14: Message edited by: Alpo ]