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Terms and Conditions

Thank you for being a customer!  If you place an order with Johnson Strategic Defense, you ACCEPT these terms and conditions.  Please read them carefully.

By placing an order at JohnsonStrategicDefense.com, you acknowledge, agree to, and accept the following:

Legality

It is your responsibility to know the legality of the items you are ordering.  Some of the items for sale on our website may be restricted to adults and/or also may be restricted due to the area in which you reside.  These items include, but are not limited to, ammunition, firearms, and magazines.  Again, YOU, the customer, are responsible for verifying the legality of the item(s) you are ordering prior to placing your order.  Johnson Strategic Defense will not be held responsible for any items refused by your FFL.  It is up to you to contact your chosen FFL to inquire about the transfer of the items you are ordering prior to placing your order.

In addition to the above, Johnson Strategic Defense will not be held responsible for any items that were legal for a customer to purchase and/or own at the date the customer places an order, but which subsequently become restricted or illegal after the date of the customer’s order but before the customer’s receipt of the goods. Johnson Strategic Defense will attempt to cancel any such order, as requested by the customer, however if the order is already in-process or has been shipped, the customer will be responsible for return shipping charges. Johnson Strategic Defense will waive its right to restocking fees on orders of this nature.

 If purchasing ammunition, you understand, acknowledge, and agree to the following:

  1. You MUST be a US CITIZEN.
  2. You MUST be 21 years old to order any ammunition from Johnson Strategic Defense.
  3. Your date of birth and driver license information must be provided when purchasing.
  4. You must have never been convicted of a felony or crime punishable by imprisonment for a term exceeding one year.
  5. You have never been adjudicated as mentally defective or been committed to a mental institution.
  6. You never have been a fugitive from justice nor an unlawful user of any controlled substance.
  7. You have never been dishonorably discharged from the Armed Forces.
  8. You have never renounced your US citizenship.
  9. You have never been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence.
  10. You have never been subject to a court order that restrains you from harassing, stalking, or threatening any individual, whether adult or child.
  11. You understand ammunition (especially military surplus ammunition), by its very nature is inherently dangerous and you accept full liability regarding its use as well as full responsibility for the safe use and storage of any ammunition you purchase and/or possess.
  12. Ammunition contains lead.  Exposure to lead may result in health problems.  Discharging firearms in poorly ventilated areas, and cleaning of firearms, may result in exposure to lead.  Use sufficient ventilation when firing and wash your hands after handling.
  13. You are not prohibited from purchasing the ordered ammunition by any local, state, or federal laws regarding your criminal background, drug use, domestic violence protective orders, or other prohibitions and you are at least 21 years old.
  14. All ammo sales are final.  We do not accept any returns on ammunition.
  15. Johnson Strategic Defense reserves the right to refuse any ammunition order.

 If purchasing firearms, you understand, acknowledge, and agree to the following:

  1. You acknowledge, agree to, and accept all of the above conditions for purchasing ammunition and…
  2. You MUST be 21 years old to purchase handguns and receivers.  You MUST be 18 years old to purchase a long gun.
  3. Firearms are ONLY sent to licensed FFL dealers or C&R holders where applicable.  If you are the end user and you are having your firearm shipped to a dealer for transfer, we must have your dealers FFL on file and you must have their permission to have your firearm shipped to them for transfer prior to placing your order with us.  Federal background checks are required before the FFL dealer can transfer the firearm to you.  ALL dealers will charge you a fee for transferring a firearm and you should contact the dealer to ask the amount of that fee prior to placing your order with us.
  4. Johnson Strategic Defense must have a current copy of the dealers signed FFL or Collector of Curio & Relics License (C&R) BEFORE you can place your order with us.  It is also required to have a copy of any other necessary licenses that may be required on file prior to placing your order.
  5. You understand firearms, especially military surplus firearms, by their very nature are inherently dangerous and you accept full liability for product failure or misuse.  You also accept full responsibility and liability for the safe use and storage of any firearms you purchase and/or possess.
  6. All orders placed without, or prior to, a signed copy of the Federal Firearms License (or other necessary licensing) on file may be deleted without notice.
  7. Johnson Strategic Defense reserves the right to refuse any firearm order.
  8. Johnson Strategic Defense strongly recommends having all firearms, especially military surplus firearms, checked by a qualified gunsmith before firing.
  9. Firearms will not be shipped to states where the included magazine(s) exceed state capacity limits.  It is your responsibility to verify your state’s limits before placing an order.
  10. You, the customer, are responsible for contacting your selected FFL prior to placing your order to verify the following  1) if they will accept the transfer for ALL items on your order,  2) what is their current address,  3) are they still in business,  4) what fees will they charge you for conducting the transfer.  Johnson Strategic Defense will not be responsible for any issues that arise from the customer’s failure to follow this step.  Johnson Strategic Defense does not maintain any relationship with other FFLs.  Other FFLs are independently owned and operated, as such, they may policies unique to their business.
  11. All firearms are shipped adult signature required. If no adult is available to sign for the package and it is returned to us, you will be responsible for the return shipping costs.

 Shipping Information:

  1. Items placed in an order may be shipped out of multiple warehouses. As appropriate, some items may be shipped to the FFL or the provided customer address.
  2. All rifle, shotgun, and ammunition orders are shipped UPS Ground or FedEx Ground (no PO Box addresses are allowed).
  3. Handgun orders will either ship UPS Air, FedEx Express (Air) or USPS Priority mail at the discretion of Johnson Strategic Defense.
  4. Accessory orders may be shipped via UPS Ground, FedEx Ground or any method offered by the USPS at the discretion of Johnson Strategic Defense.
  5. Due to federal regulations, firearms and ammunition orders cannot be shipped in the same package.
  6. Most orders are shipped the following business day (Monday – Friday) of the order being placed.  Please allow and plan for delays during high volume periods as these can change drastically.  You will receive an email with tracking info once your item has shipped.  We ship to the USA only.  Our items are not to be exported.
  7. Firearms will ONLY ship to an FFL holder (or C&R license holder if applicable).  If you do not have an FFL, then you must find one in your area to handle the transfer for you.
  8. Shipping charges are never refunded.  If you return an item for any reason, please know we will not refund the shipping charges you incurred when we shipped the order to you.  No exceptions. This includes items returned due to a change in federal, state, or local regulations which may be enacted after the order is placed but prior to delivery to the customer.
  9. If we have to send a return shipping label to get an item back from the FFL for any reason (you not passing background check, FFL refusing to do the transfer, you changed your mind, etc), we will deduct the return shipping charges from your refund.
  10. We do NOT ship to PO Boxes.  No exceptions.
  11. Free shipping offers only apply to the continental 48 states.  No free shipping to AK and HI.  If an order that contained free shipping is returned, a 15%restocking fee will always apply in order to cover the shipping costs we incurred.
  12. Due to the high volume of orders we receive, we cannot combine multiple orders for shipping purposes.
  13. Please inspect your order as soon as it is received.  If something is missing from your order, this will need to be reported within 3 days of the order being delivered.  Just call or email us with your name, order # and what is missing.  Please note we will not be able to assist with missing items that are not reported within the 3 day time frame of delivery.
  14. In the event we ship additional items not ordered to you, or your FFL, you agree to either return the items to us or pay for the items if you wish to keep them. We will provide a prepaid label(s) for the return of any items shipped in error.
  15. Johnson Strategic Defense will not be responsible for packages returned to us that are refused delivery and you will be liable for additional shipping charges to re-ship any packages.
  16. All firearms are shipped adult signature required. If no adult is available to sign for the package and it is returned to us, you will be responsible for the return shipping costs.
  17. We only ship firearms to an address on the FFL (or C&R, if applicable) license. Firearms shipments cannot be held at the hub, shipped to alternate locations, or rerouted. They must be delivered to the shipping address and signed for by an adult.
  18. You as the customer are responsible for the billing and shipping information being entered correctly on your order. If you enter the shipping address incorrectly on an order, Johnson Strategic Defense is not responsible if that order is not delivered to the address correctly.
  19. All shipping insurance claims must be submitted by the addressee in writing to Johnson Strategic Defense within the earlier of 3 days after the delivery date (determined by the shipping carrier tracking system) and 15 days after the shipping date. Johnson Strategic Defense reserves the right to require proof of loss or damage as a condition of fulfilling a claim, which may include, without limitation, your retention of damaged items, shipping containers, and/or shipping materials, submission of photos of damaged items and/or shipping containers/materials, or return of damaged contents. All claims are subject to approval by the shipping carrier. If approved, shipping insurance claims are limited to a maximum liability in the lesser amount of the order subtotal including shipping but excluding shipping insurance, and other additional costs.

Pricing Statement

  1. All prices are subject to change without notice.  We are not responsible for typographical errors or any other wacky digital weirdness which may occur. Not all items are as pictured.  Importation and manufacturing prices fluctuate frequently causing prices to sometimes rapidly and unexpectedly change.  All prices are subject to change for any reason at any time.
  2. Sale prices – If an item you previously purchased goes on sale at a lower price, you can receive the lower price ONLY if your item has not already been delivered to the shipping address on your order. Sale prices are valid for the sale period and only while supplies last.

Warranty for USED Firearms/Products

  1. Johnson Strategic Defense extends no warranty and is not responsible for any damages due to failure of used products.
  2. Used parts and firearms are sold as is.  This “sold as-is” policy includes ALL C&R eligible firearms.
  3. We suggest having a certified gunsmith inspect, install and/or test all used parts and firearms prior to use.
  4. Owner’s manuals are provided with most, but not all, firearms.

Warranty for NEW Firearms/Products

  1. New firearms/products are warranted by the manufacturer and product returns/repairs should be arranged directly with the manufacturer.
  2. Most manufacturers will require the customer to pay shipping to send firearms to them for repair.  This is not ideal, but is the policy of most.  Please expect to be responsible for the shipping if you have a warranty issue.  Please do not order from our company if this is a concern to you.

Return Policy

Returns are very costly to internet sellers of firearms.  Due to the expense incurred by returns, we make every effort to insure your order is shipped accurately and the product meets the standards of our advertising.  If a return must be made, please note the following policies:

  1. No returns will be accepted after 15 days of the delivery date.
  2. You must first call to get a RMA # before returning any merchandise.  Failure to do so will result in your return package not being accepted.
  3. Return shipping charges are the responsibility of the customer in ALL instances except one in which we shipped you the incorrect item due to our error.  If the incorrect product was shipped by our error, a call tag or return shipping label may be issued to return the item.
  4. All returned items must be returned in the same condition in which we sent them.  Johnson Strategic Defense reserves the right to evaluate the merchandise to determine if a refund or exchange will be made.
  5. IMPORTANT – An RMA # and a detailed note explaining the reason must be included with all returns.  Be sure to include all current contact information, ie, name, address, daytime phone number, email address and copy of invoice.
  6. For all items under a manufacturer warranty, the customer should handle the return directly with the manufacturer.
  7. No returns will be accepted on any parts kits for any reason, including missing/damaged parts.  Buyer assumes all responsibility for missing/damaged parts, etc when ordering a parts kit.
  8. No returns will be accepted for cosmetic issues, missing items, etc once the firearm(s) has been transferred to you by your FFL (dealer).  ALWAYS inspect your firearm(s) PRIOR to accepting the transfer from your dealer.
  9. Shipping charges are never refunded.  If you return an item for any reason, please know we will not refund the shipping charges you incurred when we shipped the order to you.  No exceptions.
  10. If we have to send a return shipping label to get an item back from your FFL for any reason (not passing background check, FFL refusing to do the transfer, you changed your mind, etc), we will deduct the return shipping charges from your refund.
  11. Firearms cannot ship with a live round in them. You must remove live rounds from firearms before shipping them.

Order Cancelations 

  1. We invest time and money in every order placed as soon as your payment is processed (our automated processes begin immediately after the order is placed).  For this reason and since there is work involved internally with canceling an order, all orders canceled for any reason will be charged a 15% cancelation fee.  By placing an order with us (online or by phone), you agree to pay a 15% cancelation fee should you decide to cancel your order for any reason.  Additionally, If a credit card was used for the order, your refund will be minus 3% credit card fee as well as the cancelation fee.  This fee is charged even if you cancel immediately (within seconds) after placing the order.  Please be sure of your order, and it’s accuracy, before you place it with us.  We do not like to charge a cancellation fee and apologize for having to do so, but it is necessary when cancelations occur.
  2. Threatening us that you will tell your friends, post negative comments on the internet, dispute the credit card charge, etc, will NOT cause us to waive this fee.  Unless you are 100% sure you want the order, please do NOT place it.  Thank you for your understanding of this policy.
  3. Orders can not be canceled by email.  Any cancelations via email will not be accepted.  You must call 816-556-6078 during normal business hours and speak to a representative to cancel your order.

Changes to your Order

  1. No changes can be made to an order after it has been placed as it relates to items ordered or quantities ordered.  Be sure your order is correct before you hit submit.
  2.  Your order will ship to the FFL dealer you select when placing the order.  Only select the FFL dealer if you intend to use them for the transfer.  Be sure to ALWAYS contact your selected FFL before placing your order to verify 1) if they are still in business,  2) will they accept the transfer for ALL items on your order,  3) is their address correct, and 4) what fees will they charge you for conducting the transfer. 

Refunds

  1. Refunds processed within 30 days of the original purchase date will be issued in the same manner in which the original payment was made.
  2. Credit Card refunds are subject to a 3% return fee.
  3. Restocking Fee – If we deem a return was made without reasonable cause, or where we deem using our judgment the product meets the advertised condition, the refund will be charged a 15% restocking fee.
  4. Canceled Orders – Any order canceled for any reason will be charged a 15% cancelation fee.
  5. Transfer Fees charged by your dealer – You should always inspect your firearm(s) PRIOR to completing the transfer with your dealer to whom the firearm(s) was shipped.  Fees charged by a dealer transferring a firearm to the end user will not be refunded by Johnson Strategic Defense for any reason.  These transactions are at the full risk and expense of the consumer.
  6. Shipping charges are never refunded.  If you return an item for any reason, please know we will not refund the shipping charges you incurred when we shipped the item to you.  No exceptions.
  7. If we have to send a return shipping label; to get an item back from your FFL for any reason (you failed background check, FFL refused to do the transfer, you changed you mind, etc), we will deduct the return shipping charges from your refund.
  8. Packages returned to the sender for any reason (this includes an FFL being closed or no adult available to sign for a package) will be refunded minus the original shipping charge, the return shipping charges, and the restocking fee. Thank you for your understanding of this policy.

Refused Packages

  1. Refused packages will be subject to return shipping charges.  In the instance where the delivery of an order was refused and is to be refunded, the refund will be minus the original shipping charge, the return shipping charges, restocking fee, and 3% credit card fee. Any additional fees will be documented and communicated to you. Thank you for your understanding of this policy.

Exchanges

  1. Exchanges may only be made for damaged items.
  2. No exchanges/returns will be accepted for cosmetic issues once the firearm(s) has been transferred to you by your FLL (dealer).  ALWAYS inspect your firearm(s) PRIOR to accepting the transfer from your dealer.

Product Reviews on Our Website

Johnson Strategic Defense welcomes your reviews, comments, and other communications, photos, videos, or any other content that you submit through or to the Site as long as the User Content submitted by you complies with these Terms & Conditions. You agree that any User Content: will be accurate; will not violate or facilitate the violation of any law or regulation; will not violate any right of a third party, including copyright, trademark, privacy or publicity rights; will not cause injury to any person or entity; and will not contain, or provide links to, obscene, profane, or threatening language, malware, political campaigning, commercial solicitation, chain letters, mass mailings, any form of “spam”, or any material that could be considered harmful, sexually explicit, indecent, lewd, violent, abusive, or degrading. You are solely responsible for the User Content you submit, and Johnson Strategic Defense assumes no liability for any User Content submitted by you. You acknowledge and agree that we reserve the right (but have no obligation) to do any or all of the following, in our sole discretion: (i) monitor User Content; (ii) alter, remove, or refuse to post or allow to be posted any User Content; and/or (iii) disclose any User Content, and the circumstances surrounding its transmission, to any third party. For any User Content you submit, you grant to Johnson Strategic Defense a non-exclusive, sub-licensable, fully paid-up, perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, transferable right and license to use, display, perform, transmit, copy, modify, delete, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, sell and distribute such User Content and to incorporate the User Content into any form, medium, or technology, now known or hereafter developed, throughout the world, all without compensation to you. In addition, you grant to Johnson Strategic Defense the right to include the name provided along with the User Content submitted by you; provided, however, Johnson Strategic Defense shall have no obligation to include such name with such User Content. We are not responsible for the use or disclosure of any personal information that you voluntarily disclose in connection with any User Content you submit.

Accepted Forms of Payment

  1. Visa
  2. Mastercard
  3. Discover
  4. American Express

NOTE – If you are making payment with credit or debit card, please understand Johnson Strategic Defense will take no responsibility for any overdraft charges associated with the transaction; this includes any charges associated with processing errors, etc.

2 Ways to Place Your Order(s)

  1. Order online at johnsonstrategicdefense.com
  2. Call us at 816-556-6078 to place your order

Pictures on our Website

  1. Unless otherwise stated on our website, the pictures are representative and are not usually of the exact product you will receive, thus there may be slight differences in color, design, markings, etc. 
  2. Accessories – extra items such as pouches, cleaning rods or kits, slings, holsters, etc not explicitly mentioned in the firearm description (even if they are in the picture) are not guaranteed to be included with the gun.  Surplus firearms often vary from one to the other as to which accessories are included and…..what may be included with one shipment, may not be included with the next shipment we receive.  The color and/or condition of those accessories will vary as well.

Images Uploaded by Johnson Strategic Defense Users

  1. Johnson Strategic Defense reserves the right to use images uploaded, emailed or otherwise transferred to Johnson Strategic Defense in marketing related materials including but not limited to email, website content and/or postings to third-party websites and social media.

Product Descriptions on Our Website

  1. We do our very best to post accurate and error-free descriptions on our website.  However, we are human and thus errors will be made from time-to-time.
  2. Johnson Strategic Defense does not warrant that product descriptions or other content of this site is accurate, complete, reliable, current, or error-free.  If a product offered by Johnson Strategic Defense itself is not as described, your sole remedy is to return it in unused condition.
  3. We reserve the right to refuse any order including but not limited to orders for items with errors in the description, title, or price.  In the event that we cancel an order, we will not charge the customer’s credit card or we will return the money if we did charge the credit card.
  4. If an item’s description contains an error such as incorrect price and a customer orders one, we will not ship the order without first contacting the customer.  If the order is mistakenly shipped, we may advise the customer to return the item in an unopened condition and we will not bill the customer.

DISCLAIMER: “GLOCK” is a federally registered trademark of GLOCK, Inc. and is one of many trademarks owned by GLOCK, Inc. and GLOCK Ges.m.b.H. Neither Johnson Strategic Defense, LLC nor this site are affiliated in any manner with, or otherwise endorsed by, GLOCK, Inc. or GLOCK Ges.m.b.H. The use of “GLOCK” on this page is merely to advertise the sale of GLOCK pistols, parts, or components. For additional genuine GLOCK, Inc. and GLOCK Ges.m.b.H products and parts visit www.glock.com.

Email Communication

By providing your email address at JohnsonStrategicDefense.com, you are agreeing to receive marketing communications from us regarding products and pricing available at JohnsonStrategicDefense.com. You can unsubscribe from these communications at any time.

Copyright

All content included on this site, such as text, graphics, logos, button icons, images, audio clips, digital downloads, data compilations, and software, is the property of Johnson Strategic Defense or its content suppliers and protected by the United States and international copyright laws. The compilation of all content on this site is the exclusive property of Johnson Strategic Defense and protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. All software used on this site is the property of Johnson Strategic Defense or its software suppliers and protected by the United States and international copyright laws.

Applicable Law

By visiting our website, you agree that the laws of the state of Kansas, without regard to principles of conflict of laws, will govern these Conditions of Use and any dispute of any sort that might arise between you and Johnson Strategic Defense or its affiliates. 

Age Restrictions 

By placing an order at JohnsonStrategicDefense.com, you are agreeing that you are of legal age to purchase each of the items listed on your order. This includes, but is not limited to, attesting that you are at least 21 years of age if you are purchasing a handgun, a lower receiver, or handgun ammunition and that you are at least 18 years of age if you are purchasing a long gun or long gun ammunition.