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Author: Kalicia Bateman

LAST UPDATED: November 29th, 2021

Able Ammo has been distributing in the online firearm industry since 2003. Most of their products fall under a discount category. The products that Able Ammo carries include a full range of ammo and firearms. They also carry hunting supplies, archery supplies, optics, safes, and even clothing.

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The Good

  • Very Informative
  • Variety of Products
  • Affordable Prices

Very Informative

Able Ammo provides excellent information for their customers. They provide information on how to buy a gun online, manufacturer information, and even ballistic data on their ammunition. This information keeps their customers informed about what products they are buying, how the products perform, and the best way to get those products.

Variety of Products

The company sells a great variety of products. For the consumer who is really looking to browse online, Able Ammo is perfect for them. They provide seven out of seven kinds of firearms in the category of gun selection and six out of six kinds of ammo in the category of ammo selection. This huge selection is a big benefit for their customers and it sets them apart from their competitors.

Affordable Prices

Able Ammo features a number of deals for the budget-conscious consumer. Most firearm and ammunition distributors in the market don't go above and beyond their normal deals to provide specials for their customers, and this is an area in which Able Ammo excels. The company also has a sister website where they list premium shotguns (www.premiumshotguns.com). For the consumer who is looking to buy something special and a little more exclusive, they have a specific place to go. Almost no other distribution companies provide premium firearms or ammunition. 

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The Bad

  • Stocking Issues
  • Customer Issues

Stocking Issues

Able Ammo's stock and shipping is such that many customers' orders either get ordered or canceled. A customer orders a product expecting to get that product at the price they purchased it at. But because Able Ammo does not keep their products well stocked, that shipment to the customer gets canceled. When the customer tries to rectify the problem, more often than not they end up paying more than they expected.

Customer Issues

With the above-mentioned issues with advertising and sales, Able Ammo has not solved the problem. It is not in the company's interest to leave complaints unsolved or solutions unreported. Because Able Ammo does not resolve their issues and their customer's issues, they fail to keep up with their competitors in this regard.

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The Bottom Line

Able Ammo has a great variety of products which includes firearms and plenty of other accessories that customers would want for shooting and hunting. They provide helpful links and information for the customers and decent pricing as well. The fact that they also provide premium shotguns is a huge plus. However, their customer service is less than stellar. They didn't have a huge amount of complaints listed, but the type of complaints that were listed were pretty negative. A company that fails to keep their word on pricing is not going to do well in keeping customers satisfied.

Even though there are serious drawbacks to purchasing from Able Ammo concerning customer service, the majority of customers will walk away satisfied with their products and service. The variety of firearms and accessories provided by Able Ammo almost makes up for the drawbacks of their flaws in advertising and sales.

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2.7

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Benny Davis Austin, TX

I will never order from ableammo. On sunday I ordered a pellet gun and paid and extra 30 dollars for day shipping. Checked on the status two days later and the order is still being processed. Called to find out what was going on and was told that there was none in stock.. it needed to be ordered. Asked about paying for the 2 day shipping and was told that once the item came in it would be delivered in 2 days. There was nothing on the sight that said it was out of stock or described the situation.. when I ordered it I was expecting it in to days. Never again will I order from able ammo. The service stinks. Thanks for ruining my trip with my friends. I had to give one star because zero stars is not an option!!!!!

4 years ago

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Lane Pinion Red Level, AL

I ordered laser/tac light, around $75.00, nothing major. Ordered it Friday, called and CONFIRMED order was in. Man confirmed it, told me it was being shipped RIGHT THEN and should have it around Wednesday. Fine. Called Wednesday morning because they never sent me a tracking number, talked to Patty who told me they were out of stock, didn't think they would get anymore. When I asked why no one even let me know was told "Well, we usually do let people know, I'm not sure what happened. " I think if you need to order something, I would reccomend you use a professional company, this one is not. Worst customer service I have ever seen.

6 years ago

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Joseph Belardo New York, NY

Advertised .410 ammo that they supposedly had in stock. I received confirmation email and also email from them asking me for copy of FOID / FID card and DL. Which I emailed immediately. Charged my bank account and then nothing else no email about delivery or an order status. i noticed charge had been removed from my acct. and still no word from Able. Now they have my personal info and if there that shaddy i'm nervous I'll get hacked. Stay away far far away. I would give no stars at all if system allowed.

5 years ago

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Ken Hokah, MN

Twice I have tried to order from this company. Both times I got the not in stock email from them after I paid. The difference this time was I asked before I purchased and was told it was in stock and ready to ship. Took almost a week last time to get money back, wonder how long it will take this time. Avoid at all costs, you won’t get what your looking for anyway.

5 years ago

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Tom Rollins ,

I ordered an in stock item from Able Ammo at a time of high demand for rifles. My order was confirmed by them. Inventories from dealers throughout the country were subsequently being depleted as I patiently waited for my rifle to be shipped. Then 5 days later they called to tell me they sold my rifle to someone else and no more were in stock. Trusting Able Ammo put me in an indefensible position in rapidly deteriorating circumstances throughout my region. Don't make the mistake of trusting Able Ammo!!

6 years ago

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Chris Benkendorf Belleville, IL

Ordered ammo on 9-22-19, didn't hear anything from the company. Called a week later I was told it was being shipped. Didn't arrive until 10-9-19 and the ammo received wasn't what I ordered. Leaving on a hunt in 2 days with wrong ammo. Won't order again. Contacted customer service and the manager is "in a meeting". Supposed to call me back......

7 years ago

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Glen Moss Brookfield, CT

Able ammo is very dishonest. They shorted my wife 200 dollars of ammo and they made up multiple stories to the credit card company. Patti is very dishonest she told story after story. I finally gave up as my wife passed away and they beat her out of 200 dollars. May she rest in peace and able ammo pay for their sins!!!

6 years ago

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Pablo Lockhart, TX

I ordered ammo. Was impressed that it shipped the next day. What I received was a box of hand sanitizer. Customer service acted like it happens all the time. I got no apology or offer of a discount on my next order, just a yawn and a return shipping label that I was expected to bring to the post office. Still haven’t received my ammo.

6 years ago

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MARC ZANDELL Littleton, CO

I do not recommend this company at all. Orders incomplete and they tried to stuff a different brand of shells in the boxes of 16 gauge shells i ordered. Contacted Able Ammo and was told they would find out what is going on. Have not heard a thing back from them.BE CAREFUL!

6 years ago

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Johnny B Annapolis, MD

Disaster. Ordered online and got a confirmation email. Waited for email to say they shipped........ten days later still nothing. Called them and they said they would send my order out immediately. Called 5 days later to find out they cancelled my order but they were in stock. No explanation. Stay away! I will stick with MidWay USA.

7 years ago

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sokol pat Groveton, TX

Bought 2 guns online and had it ship to the store. Found out that they charge $50 a piece just to handle gun transfer paperwork. They got me by surprise. Majority of shop charge a around $15-25 for fee. This is the last time shop in that store.

7 years ago

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Online Only Memphis, TN

Placed an order with them and it took them 10 days to decide to cancel it.This was after calling in and confirming the order was available. I would never attempt to order from this company.

6 years ago

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Hunter Lemperle Lexington, KY

Don't waste your time or money with Able. They can't keep accurate inventory, and will just cancel your order. Crap company with crap customer service. Go else where.

6 years ago

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Ethab. Kellner Minneapolis, MN

Able ammo does not honor sale price even after purchase has been made and money has been taken. I would highly recommend looking elsewhere for any ammo needs.

6 years ago

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Ronnie Reese Phoenixville, PA

They are a RIP OFF. They cancel your order. These folks need to be out of business. They are a VERY BAD EXAMPLE for TEXAS.

5 years ago