Quality is top notch, product is out of this world, one of their biggest fans until this week. I have purchased over 10K worth of products and services from Wilson Combat and have been extremely happy with what has been produced.
My latest transaction was were for the first time things went South. I will take part of the responsibility in that I assumed they would be the company of integrity that I was accustomed to. I ordered a CA compliant pistol that I explained I needed to convert to a 9mm after taking possession of it in the Republic of CA. (I.e. no modifications prior to taking possession.) I explained I would be immediately sending it back unfired for the conversion, which I did.
The kink in the hose was the cost was just shy of $1,000 more than was discussed upon purchase. Ohh you need a new slide, new sights, new engravings, & new fitting. None of that was discussed. Instead of the $1,800 dollar conversion, the cost was $2,700. I already spent over 3K for the pistol in the first place.
Feeling things were not right, I called and offered to split the difference, as what I was told at purchase, and what I am not being told at conversion, in my view were different. "Did you get that in writing." The words of lack of integrity. With no fault of my own, I was still willing to come up nearly $500 for something that was NOT clearly stated upon my original purchase. Their final position from Randall the manager, was we will tighten the slide to the frame for free a $175.00 value.
I am willing to pay for quality and certainly knew I wasn't purchasing from a discount house, but ultimately 6K for a 9mm 1911! Really! The sales person Cary Tate could not have been nicer and my dealing with Brian have been straightforward and great. This will be my last weapon purchase from Wilson Combat.
My advice...Get it in writing or BUYER BEWARE! Yes, money is an issue, but principle and character are even more important. I believe Bill Wilson is a person of character, but those representing him at this point in view are not. Unfortunate! read more