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Posted: 11/9/2020 9:38:59 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I emailed them as well and got a super fast reply. "Thank you for your inquiry. The level III+ SRT rifle plate on Botach is the PE/ceramic hybrid, and the plate is pressed at our factory in China. If you want to see the ballistic data, I would be glad to send it to you." Sucks they are advertising it as "made in usa" Agreed. On the plus side, I've yet to see an independent test where a Battle Steel plate failed to stop its rated threat. Tomac |
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Posted: 11/10/2020 4:16:08 PM EDT
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My Level 4s just came in today confirmed to be multicurve and packed well. Yeah I am bit back and forth about the credibility of a 100 dollar plate but seems that there is at least a good amount of consumer testing of these at this point and comparable plates at least in weight seem to be in the 300 dollar range which is a bit out of college student budget.
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Posted: 11/10/2020 5:58:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Agreed. On the plus side, I've yet to see an independent test where a Battle Steel plate failed to stop its rated threat. Tomac Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I emailed them as well and got a super fast reply. "Thank you for your inquiry. The level III+ SRT rifle plate on Botach is the PE/ceramic hybrid, and the plate is pressed at our factory in China. If you want to see the ballistic data, I would be glad to send it to you." Sucks they are advertising it as "made in usa" Agreed. On the plus side, I've yet to see an independent test where a Battle Steel plate failed to stop its rated threat. Tomac They are probably skirting the made in USA vs China with pressing occouring in china and then doing the finish work here in the US, such as coating, and labeling, maybe some minor triming and QA inspections before coating. |
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Posted: 11/11/2020 11:31:51 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: They are probably skirting the made in USA vs China with pressing occouring in china and then doing the finish work here in the US, such as coating, and labeling, maybe some minor triming and QA inspections before coating. This is increasingly common as a result of the Trump Tariffs from last year. |
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Posted: 11/12/2020 1:26:41 AM EDT
[#5]
So odd question.
I ordered 2 of the 10x12 III+ plates. They say it weighs 4.20 lbs on the website. USPS says it weighs 7lbs. Not delivered till Tuesday. How does that work? The same people that weigh packages, they counting ballots? |
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Posted: 11/12/2020 1:27:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: They are probably skirting the made in USA vs China with pressing occouring in china and then doing the finish work here in the US, such as coating, and labeling, maybe some minor triming and QA inspections before coating. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: I emailed them as well and got a super fast reply. "Thank you for your inquiry. The level III+ SRT rifle plate on Botach is the PE/ceramic hybrid, and the plate is pressed at our factory in China. If you want to see the ballistic data, I would be glad to send it to you." Sucks they are advertising it as "made in usa" Agreed. On the plus side, I've yet to see an independent test where a Battle Steel plate failed to stop its rated threat. Tomac They are probably skirting the made in USA vs China with pressing occouring in china and then doing the finish work here in the US, such as coating, and labeling, maybe some minor triming and QA inspections before coating. Yup. Like the car company that would send the engine in the back of the truck. “Assembled in the USA” |
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Posted: 11/12/2020 11:00:07 AM EDT
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For anyone still shopping there is a new code for 15% off mw152020 L4 Plates are $102 shipped with code. EDIT: LAPD IV Plates my mistake
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Posted: 11/12/2020 11:33:44 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: For anyone still shopping there is a new code for 15% off mw152020 L4 Plates are $102 shipped with code. Dam I guess I got mine a week too early  oh well, 102 for these is a pretty great deal I would say.
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Posted: 11/12/2020 5:26:00 PM EDT
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I have one of the black plate carriers that were made for the Saudi Royal guard a couple years ago, and I never got around to buying any armor. Are the level III+ plates from Botach worth buying? They show plenty in stock.
I am over 60, and live in the boonies, so I most likely won't be going out looking for trouble, but might head to VA if they are going to have another shindig this coming lobby day. The pockets in this carrier seem to be rectangular, and about 10x12 inches in size. will they hold a shooters cut without shifting around? I suppose I can spray paint it if I want something other than black. |
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Posted: 11/12/2020 7:17:08 PM EDT
[#10]
Does anyone know if botach make 11x14 multi-curve plates?
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Posted: 11/12/2020 7:28:09 PM EDT
[#11]
Quote HistoryQuoted: So odd question. I ordered 2 of the 10x12 III+ plates. They say it weighs 4.20 lbs on the website. USPS says it weighs 7lbs. Not delivered till Tuesday. How does that work? The same people that weigh packages, they counting ballots? My postal scale says the III+ single-curve plates weigh 4lbs 9oz each. HTH... Tomac |
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Posted: 11/12/2020 7:31:05 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I have one of the black plate carriers that were made for the Saudi Royal guard a couple years ago, and I never got around to buying any armor. Are the level III+ plates from Botach worth buying? They show plenty in stock. I am over 60, and live in the boonies, so I most likely won't be going out looking for trouble, but might head to VA if they are going to have another shindig this coming lobby day. The pockets in this carrier seem to be rectangular, and about 10x12 inches in size. will they hold a shooters cut without shifting around? I suppose I can spray paint it if I want something other than black. Even though they cost more and weigh a little more ($150 v $130 and 5lbs vs 4lbs 9oz) I would suggest their III+ multicurve plates as they're more comfortable to wear and have an additional 2mm of PE backing. I'm 65 and went w/the III+ multicurve as the best balance between protection, comfort & weight (YMMV). Tomac |
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Posted: 11/12/2020 8:52:48 PM EDT
[#13]
Would you buy both front and rear multicurve?
Back when I was a cop, I got to watch the second chance guy shoot himself live, that guy was nuts. That was close to 40 years ago.  This Inventor Shot Himself to Market His Invention |
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Posted: 11/12/2020 11:55:19 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Does anyone know if botach make 11x14 multi-curve plates? Lvl4 they do. |
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Posted: 11/13/2020 8:25:34 AM EDT
[#15]
Could someone post the real weights of the single and multi curve 3+'s 10x12? I have a set of the 4s, but want some 3+s for a lightweight carrier. I can't decide between the lighter single curve listed as 4.2 and the multi listed at 5. But I feel like I've seen the single curve posted as heavier here before.
The fours are multi, is the comfort level vs single really worth the extra weight? |
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Posted: 11/13/2020 8:36:47 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: The fours are multi, is the comfort level vs single really worth the extra weight? Owning both single and multi-curve, definitely! |
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Posted: 11/13/2020 9:10:20 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Owning both single and multi-curve, definitely! Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: The fours are multi, is the comfort level vs single really worth the extra weight? Owning both single and multi-curve, definitely! Are they both the battle steels? If so could you weigh them possibly? I'm just so torn. The whole reason I'm getting these is weight reduction from the multi curve 4s I have. I wish I could try on a pair, I'm a fairly skinny dude. They list them as 4 6 lbs 3+ multi 5 lbs 3+ single 4.2 lbs That's a pretty big difference when weight is concerned. But I've never worn a single curve, only flat and multi. |
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Posted: 11/13/2020 9:26:38 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Are they both the battle steels? If so could you weigh them possibly? I'm just so torn. The whole reason I'm getting these is weight reduction from the multi curve 4s I have. I wish I could try on a pair, I'm a fairly skinny dude. They list them as 4 6 lbs 3+ multi 5 lbs 3+ single 4.2 lbs That's a pretty big difference when weight is concerned. But I've never worn a single curve, only flat and multi. @300Blackout_Drunk Their III+ single-curve weighs 4lbs 9oz as per my own scale. Tomac |
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Posted: 11/13/2020 9:28:36 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Could someone post the real weights of the single and multi curve 3+'s 10x12? I have a set of the 4s, but want some 3+s for a lightweight carrier. I can't decide between the lighter single curve listed as 4.2 and the multi listed at 5. But I feel like I've seen the single curve posted as heavier here before. The fours are multi, is the comfort level vs single really worth the extra weight? As per my own scale: Single curve III+ = 4lbs 9oz Multicurve III+ = 5lbs At a minimum I would do multicurve front/single-curve back but multicurve front & back is the most comfortable. Tomac |
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Posted: 11/13/2020 3:29:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: As per my own scale: Single curve III+ = 4lbs 9oz Multicurve III+ = 5lbs At a minimum I would do multicurve front/single-curve back but multicurve front & back is the most comfortable. Tomac Well, that's a lot less of a difference than I thought. About 3/4 lb isn't enough to go single from the sound of it. Multicurve it is, thanks I appreciate it! |
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Posted: 11/13/2020 3:59:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Well, that's a lot less of a difference than I thought. About 3/4 lb isn't enough to go single from the sound of it. Multicurve it is, thanks I appreciate it! Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: As per my own scale: Single curve III+ = 4lbs 9oz Multicurve III+ = 5lbs At a minimum I would do multicurve front/single-curve back but multicurve front & back is the most comfortable. Tomac Well, that's a lot less of a difference than I thought. About 3/4 lb isn't enough to go single from the sound of it. Multicurve it is, thanks I appreciate it! 
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Posted: 11/13/2020 7:12:21 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: For anyone still shopping there is a new code for 15% off mw152020 L4 Plates are $102 shipped with code. Code doesnt work Maybe it's a typo on your part? Ready to pull the trigger on a pair of plates |
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Posted: 11/13/2020 9:42:38 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Code doesnt work Maybe it's a typo on your part? Ready to pull the trigger on a pair of plates Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: For anyone still shopping there is a new code for 15% off mw152020 L4 Plates are $102 shipped with code. Code doesnt work Maybe it's a typo on your part? Ready to pull the trigger on a pair of plates Yeah, didn't work for me either. |
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Posted: 11/17/2020 7:16:20 PM EDT
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They are on their game.
Item was out of stock yesturday, in stock by morning, I ordered, and 16 hours later I get a tracking number. Two of the $99 specials for a budget setup. |
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Posted: 11/17/2020 7:17:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: They are on their game. Item was out of stock yesturday, in stock by morning, I ordered, and 16 hours later I get a tracking number. Two of the $99 specials for a budget setup. That is an improvement, but see how long it takes to get to your door....and see if they've learned how to cushion the fucking plates instead of using a cheap wrap in a tiny box that's ripped to hell when it arrives. |
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Posted: 11/17/2020 7:30:21 PM EDT
[#26]
Quote HistoryQuoted: That is an improvement, but see how long it takes to get to your door....and see if they've learned how to cushion the fucking plates instead of using a cheap wrap in a tiny box that's ripped to hell when it arrives. I've had 5 plate orders from them, packing ranged from good to poor but all arrived undamaged. Tomac |
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Posted: 11/17/2020 7:57:56 PM EDT
[#27]
Quote HistoryQuoted: That is an improvement, but see how long it takes to get to your door....and see if they've learned how to cushion the fucking plates instead of using a cheap wrap in a tiny box that's ripped to hell when it arrives. I was actually expecting at least a week before I get a shipping notice. So they are already ahead of my schedule Fingers crossed for damage free products |
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Posted: 11/17/2020 9:00:20 PM EDT
[#28]
I've been sitting on "shipping label created" for a week now
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Posted: 11/18/2020 10:14:26 AM EDT
[#29]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Code doesnt work Maybe it's a typo on your part? Ready to pull the trigger on a pair of plates Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: For anyone still shopping there is a new code for 15% off mw152020 L4 Plates are $102 shipped with code. Code doesnt work Maybe it's a typo on your part? Ready to pull the trigger on a pair of plates Yeah I screwed up and posted in wrong thread, Sorry. The LAPD Lvl IV plates (that are normally $119 and slightly larger at 9.85 x 11.8") are $102 shipped with the code, they were normally more expensive than the Battle Steel Botach ones. |
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Posted: 11/18/2020 10:40:31 AM EDT
[#30]
Is that code still good I couldn't get it to work just now?
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Posted: 11/18/2020 1:11:05 PM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Is that code still good I couldn't get it to work just now? Looks like now expired. They send out a LAPGDAY5 10% coupon this morning but haven't tested it, also there is TXTDL105 10% which could be targeted to specific accounts (?). I did get the plates for $102, they are in transit now, right when I posted coupon. |
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Posted: 11/21/2020 11:37:36 PM EDT
[#32]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I ordered a set of the $99 Level III plates yesterday (11-04-20) with free shipping. I had messaged Botach previously, asking about the plates and was told they "have a slight multi curve to them" but their Level III+ plates were a true multi curve. The free shipping sealed my decision. Well, the Level III plates I ordered arrived yesterday (11-20-20). The are extremely light but are single curve. I purchased these for my son. If he want's, I'll swap him one of my multi-curve Level 4 Botach plates. That way we can both run a multi-curve Level 4 up front with a single curve Level III on our back. |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 5:05:22 PM EDT
[#33]
Any word or thoughts on the soft plates?
I was probably going to order 2 lvl 4 11/14's and thought about grabbing a couple cheap soft plates while I am at it. Pre Covid and hopefully post Covid I DJ and i really wouldn't mind one in my bag or maybe a concealable carrier. Bars are a dangers place to be, been 3 shootings and three different bars since I have DJed. 
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Posted: 11/24/2020 5:16:00 PM EDT
[#34]
I ordered one of their Level IIIA 10x12 panels. It is extremely thin and light. I really expected it to be thicker. I ordered it to put in the front of my Level II soft armor since my carrier has a pocket for an extra panel and extra protection never hurts.
https://botach.com/battle-steel-level-iiia-10x12-ballistic-flexible-panels-shooters-cut/ |
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Posted: 11/24/2020 6:32:48 PM EDT
[#35]
Well I got my LBT carrier showing to be her tomorrow and orders 2 11/14 LVL 4 plates and 2 11/14 3A soft armor.
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Posted: 11/24/2020 10:41:57 PM EDT
[#36]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Looks like now expired. They send out a LAPGDAY5 10% coupon this morning but haven't tested it, also there is TXTDL105 10% which could be targeted to specific accounts (?). I did get the plates for $102, they are in transit now, right when I posted coupon. |
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Posted: 11/27/2020 9:18:39 AM EDT
[#37]
Has anyone put these plates in a daedon a.s.s.?
Edited for spelling |
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Posted: 11/27/2020 12:27:55 PM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Has anyone put these plates in a daedon a.s.s.? Edited for spelling I will try when ever my ASS comes in. |
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Posted: 11/29/2020 1:38:51 PM EDT
[#39]
I ordered two of the Battle Steel Level 4 plates. Ordered from B****H Tactical on Friday.
We will see if/when they ship. |
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Posted: 11/29/2020 2:52:44 PM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I ordered two of the Battle Steel Level 4 plates. Ordered from B****H Tactical on Friday. We will see if/when they ship. I've ordered 5 sets of plates from them. First took 21 days, the others took 5-9 days from ordering to delivery. Good luck! Tomac |
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Posted: 11/29/2020 3:33:14 PM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I've ordered 5 sets of plates from them. First took 21 days, the others took 5-9 days from ordering to delivery. Good luck! Tomac 5 sets....to go with your 5 MSAR's? You just made the list buddy!   |
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Posted: 11/29/2020 5:14:27 PM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryQuoted: 5 sets....to go with your 5 MSAR's? You just made the list buddy! Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I've ordered 5 sets of plates from them. First took 21 days, the others took 5-9 days from ordering to delivery. Good luck! Tomac 5 sets....to go with your 5 MSAR's? You just made the list buddy! 
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Posted: 12/3/2020 10:13:09 AM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I've ordered 5 sets of plates from them. First took 21 days, the others took 5-9 days from ordering to delivery. Good luck! Tomac Order Status changed to "Shipped" four days ago. However, the UPS tracking number shows "awaiting shipment". So who knows what's really going on. |
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Posted: 12/3/2020 10:45:47 AM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Order Status changed to "Shipped" four days ago. However, the UPS tracking number shows "awaiting shipment". So who knows what's really going on. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: I've ordered 5 sets of plates from them. First took 21 days, the others took 5-9 days from ordering to delivery. Good luck! Tomac Order Status changed to "Shipped" four days ago. However, the UPS tracking number shows "awaiting shipment". So who knows what's really going on. My plates were awaiting shipment for about a week, they might be delayed with the holiday weekend last week and what ever ups blackfriday shit is going on. I havent heard of them not getting plates out recently. |
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Posted: 12/3/2020 7:45:24 PM EDT
[#45]
Got my plates today
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Posted: 12/4/2020 11:05:06 AM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Order Status changed to "Shipped" four days ago. However, the UPS tracking number shows "awaiting shipment". So who knows what's really going on. Mine sat at "shipped" for two weeks before I cancelled. I ordered the RF2 plates from Millitech and they arrived in exactly a week from ordering and we're packaged far better than Botachs "just toss the plates in a box and ship them". |
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Posted: 12/4/2020 3:09:42 PM EDT
[#47]
Welp, I finally got "Botached". Ordered a few items on 26SEP, all listed as "in stock". Some of you know where this is going.......
3 days later, one item changes to "out of stock". Over the next 2 months, items from my order took turns going out of stock, then coming back in, only to have another item go out of stock. Twice I contacted them to remove an out of stock item, hoping in vain that it would actually get the order moving. Nope, no such luck. I'll give them this much....they cancelled my order and refunded my $ within ~15 mins of my emailing them. |
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Posted: 12/4/2020 3:23:01 PM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Welp, I finally got "Botached". Ordered a few items on 26SEP, all listed as "in stock". Some of you know where this is going....... 3 days later, one item changes to "out of stock". Over the next 2 months, items from my order took turns going out of stock, then coming back in, only to have another item go out of stock. Twice I contacted them to remove an out of stock item, hoping in vain that it would actually get the order moving. Nope, no such luck. I'll give them this much....they cancelled my order and refunded my $ within ~15 mins of my emailing them. I'll never understand why so many businesses seem to add more trouble to themselves. If you're spending half of your time (or more) with unhappy customers, maybe it's your business model. Oh and my order "shipped" on Monday but UPS still doesn't know that. :) |
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Posted: 12/4/2020 3:26:30 PM EDT
[#49]
I ordered two plates from Botach today that said they had 60 in stock. Place your bets on whether I'll be Botached.
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Posted: 12/9/2020 8:40:27 AM EDT
[#50]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Has anyone put these plates in a daedon a.s.s.? Edited for spelling I have the Botach lvl IV's in mine. Fit great |
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