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N O T E S
2. Parts, whether custom-made or factory-made, are supplied and installed on an exchange basis. Please do not remove parts from guns before shipment to us. These parts are used for repairs, restorations, etc. and are valuable to us and are a component part of the prices that we list. If you wish to keep original parts, please let us know and we will make adjustments to our prices accordingly. 3. Barrels and cylinders for stainless guns (where possible and applicable) are made of stainless steel. Occasionally, however, it may be necessary to use chromoly material and then hard chrome plate the part(s). While the match of plating to stainless is quite close, the match may not be exact. The alternative is to plate the entire gun which will add somewhat to the cost. Please note that the bores and chambers are not plated and will require the same care that a blued gun will require. 4. Unless specified otherwise, all part fitment, finishing and bluing for modifications listed in this catalog are to factory standards. 5. Due to tremendous variations in barrel material and quality, we do not guarantee that rebores will always be successful. Rehabilitative costs are charged to the customer. Failures are very rare, however, and replacement parts are provided at cost plus installation. 6a. A word or two on sight regulation: In times past, we have test-fired for windage and elevation without charge on many jobs that involve front sights, barrel installation, barrel fabrication or similar work. We can no longer do so and will automatically assess a fee (noted at various cat. nos.) to cover range time and ammunition. If you wish to waive the charge and adjustment and take your chances with our educated but untested guess, just let us know. Subsequent adjustments, however, will not constitute warranty work and will incur the usual charges to correct plus return shipping and insurance. We hope and trust that you will understand and can bear with us. 6b. Yet another word or two on sight regulation: Due to variations in shooters’ eyes, grip, local shooting conditions and the alignment of the planets, your shooting results will most certainly differ somewhat from ours, particularly with respect to fixed sight guns. None of us can help that. All that we can do is promise a serious effort. Using your ammo will help a great deal. If you are unable to supply appropriate ammunition, please advise the type or loading. Bear in mind that you will still have to fine tune adjustable sights. All handgun test-firing is done off-hand at 25 yards by a skilled marksman who knows what he is doing. Please do not ask us to try to sight in at ranges greater than 25 yards. Typical results at our 25 yard range will enable you to set adjustable sights for most any reasonable range. We will reshoot a gun once at our expense (not including shipping). Further adjustments are charged to the owner. 7. To conserve the useful service life of guns and shooters, we recommend the use of midrange loadings for extensive practice. Full power loads should be reserved for familiarization, sighting in and serious work. 8. Bowen Classic Arms heartily endorses the standing offer of Sturm, Ruger and Co., Inc. to retrofit a transfer bar safety system of their ‘Old Model’ three screw revolvers. The service is performed in the Ruger factory service department free of charge. The gun is not permanently modified and all of the original parts are returned. For more information, please contact your local dealer or Sturm, Ruger and Co. Please do not ask us to install original style parts in guns fitted with safety kit—we simply will not do so. 9. Sturm, Ruger, and Co., Smith & Wesson Firearms, Colt Firearms and any other makers whose products are subject to modification in this catalog do not endorse or condone any of the modifications featured in this brochure. Modification may violate any warranties that the factories might ordinarily extend. Most, if not all, factory names, model names, etc. are registered trademarks of the respective firms. 10. Bowen Classic Arms Corporation assumes no responsibility for the use of hand loaded ammunition in its custom guns. It is essential that the reloader exercise great care and good judgement in the assembly of ammunition. A thorough knowledge and understanding of safe reloading practices is imperative. Any reloading data provided or recommended by Bowen Classic Arms is offered for informational purposes only. 11. Please order from the complete list of catalog numbers cited in the price sheet as there are additional catalog numbers noted that do not necessarily appear in the general catalog. Please use our regular order form, noting both the catalog number and a complete description and, where applicable, the choice of caliber and barrel length. Please also review the attached letter and any other sheets that may accompany this brochure as they may contain important updates on new products and ordering procedures. Please read and review all of this material before placing an order. Feel free to contact us with any questions—we’ll be glad to offer assistance.
O R D E R I N G
If you do not already have one of our order forms and one of our print catalogs, please give us a call and we will post one to you. Simply fill out the form, attach any deposit requested, and enclose with the gun. To minimize confusion and delay, please observe these procedures as closely as possible. Please pay close attention to the cover letter and price sheet that typically accompany this brochure as they may contain updated instructions. Feel free at any time to contact us with any questions concerning ordering. PAYMENT: A 50% deposit is required on jobs totaling more than $1000. Please do not pre-pay in full. The balance is due immediately upon notification by invoice (with shipment to follow upon receipt of funds and completion of any work that may remain). At this time, you will be asked to confirm your shipping address and that you will be able to receive shipment. Payment by money order, cashier’s check or credit card (VISA/MC). Due to banking costs, credit card payments incur a 3% surcharge. This applies to custom gun work but not to shopping cart part sales. Residents of Tennessee must add 8.25% state sales tax for transactions not conducted through a Federal Firearms License (FFL) holder. Past due accounts will be charged 1.5% per month. No CODs. SHIPPING: Firearms may be shipped between owners and gunsmiths/ manufacturers, via common carrier, without the services of an FFL holder (27 CFR, part 178.147). Postal regulations, however, state that firearms may be mailed only between licensed dealers. Firearms will be returned via FEDEX unless otherwise arranged. Shipment will be to the return address noted on the order form unless an FFL is supplied for an alternative address. All shipments are made ‘Signature required’ so please take that into account when the return address is indicated. It is best to use a business hours address where someone will be able to take delivery without special scheduling or arrangements. When shipping please: 1. Remove scopes, mounts and other accessories not necessary to the work. Please do include grips. Please make sure that the gun is reasonably clean. 2. Enclose an order form filled out as completely as possible (unless payment is to be made by credit card, please note any deposits made in the form of checks or money orders). Incomplete or illegible order forms are a major cause of delay and confusion in processing orders, even yours. 3. Package your firearms securely but do not wrap packages in paper. Insure your firearms. See that they are unloaded. 4. For additional security when shipping, request a ‘delivery confirmation/ signature required’ service. If you wish to verify arrival of your gun at our shop, please retain your package tracking number and contact your carrier for confirmation. Do not call us to confirm the confirmation. 5. Allow $12.00 for return shipping
and handling. Add .$.50 per $100 of value for insurance. Alaska, Hawaii
and International freight extra. Shipping rates and conditions are subject
to change without notice. Shipping Address: Shop Phone (865) 984-3583 Please note: If you wish to mail letters and packages to us, do not under any circumstances mail them to our street address. The Post Office will refuse to deliver, then return and/or loose them.
WARRANTY: Though Bowen Classic Arms Corporation is concerned for the satisfaction of it’s customers and will reasonably address any mechanical or cosmetic difficulties with the provided goods and services, no warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, is made. The buyer and all future users assume all risk and liability stemming from the use of these goods and services. Please contact us before returning a gun for inspection or repair otherwise shipping is automatically taxed to the owner.
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