Sometimes (rarely) you can find offers of free shipping. And if you select FFLs with low xfer fees, it may make it worthwhile compared to local gun store prices. But I agree, generally shipping & fee are a bit more than local prices.The problem with ordering online is you may have pay shipping as well as a transfer fee from your FFL. This is the reason I don’t order guns online.
Had one that I purchased..... MSRP and Cabela's price was $999. Then the tax added. Shopped around and found one for $859 and almost bought it. Kept looking and paid $743. NIB on clearance..... put a smile on my face.Sometimes (rarely) you can find offers of free shipping. And if you select FFLs with low xfer fees, it may make it worthwhile compared to local gun store prices. But I agree, generally shipping & fee are a bit more than local prices.