Post by: Doug Sterner on July 16, 2003, 10:27:01 PM
I am also offering drilling on the balls for the following prices. Shipping is extra.
Ball with finger tip drill (no inserts or slug)...$165
Ball with fingertip drill and inserts....$170
Ball with fingertip drill, inserts and slug....$175
Shipping will be actual UPS Ground cost from 13827 to your door.
Drop me an email at dougsproshop@aol.com thanks!!!!!
I only have 8 to sell so get your orders in quick!!!!
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Doug Sterner
Doug's Pro Shop
Owego, NY
http://dougsproshop@aol.com
www.dougsproshop.net
Think about it....pins are wood, lanes are wood...
the weapon of choice is obvious...
CUT 'EM UP BABY it's BUZZSAW TIME!!!
Edited on 7/17/2003 2:06 PM
Post by: tburky on July 17, 2003, 01:38:15 PM
Post by: Doug Sterner on July 17, 2003, 01:57:04 PM
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Doug Sterner
Doug's Pro Shop
Owego, NY
http://dougsproshop@aol.com
www.dougsproshop.net
Think about it....pins are wood, lanes are wood...
the weapon of choice is obvious...
CUT 'EM UP BABY it's BUZZSAW TIME!!!
Post by: Doug Sterner on July 17, 2003, 09:59:37 PM
$175 drilled for such a ball is quite a deal around my area. Most shops across the nation are selling the ball for $199 and up.
I consider a $25 savings a deal.
If you don't, then we can agree to disagree on that. But I think most will agree at $175 drilled, it's a pretty good deal.
Even if buying the ball only...$140 vs Buddies reg price of $135 is not bad. Now yes, they do have them on sale right now for $125. OK no prob...anybody want one for $125 plus shipping? I've got 2 cases to sell....
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Doug Sterner
Doug's Pro Shop
Owego, NY
http://dougsproshop@aol.com
www.dougsproshop.net
Think about it....pins are wood, lanes are wood...
the weapon of choice is obvious...
CUT 'EM UP BABY it's BUZZSAW TIME!!!
Post by: Doug Sterner on July 18, 2003, 12:29:36 PM
The deal just kind of fell into my lap yesterday.
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Doug Sterner
Doug's Pro Shop
Owego, NY
http://dougsproshop@aol.com
www.dougsproshop.net
Think about it....pins are wood, lanes are wood...
the weapon of choice is obvious...
CUT 'EM UP BABY it's BUZZSAW TIME!!!
Post by: HamPster on July 18, 2003, 12:53:05 PM
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Forget Kung Fu, I know Ron Bahr!!!
The only difference between youth and adult leagues are that the big boys are allowed to whine. They're more entertaining anyway.
Post by: 9andaWiggle on July 18, 2003, 01:09:49 PM
As for the ball, $140 when they're selling elsewhere for $199 - I'd say it's a good deal. Maybe you could find a better one, but this isn't bad.
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9-
Why, WHY won't the last one just fall?? It's WIGGLING for cryin' out loud!!
Post by: Doug Sterner on July 18, 2003, 01:16:26 PM
OK so they have them for $125 plus shipping....I can do that...why not???
So guys there you go...$125 plus shipping for the X Factor Reloadeds.
How many do you want???
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Doug Sterner
Doug's Pro Shop
Owego, NY
http://dougsproshop@aol.com
www.dougsproshop.net
Think about it....pins are wood, lanes are wood...
the weapon of choice is obvious...
CUT 'EM UP BABY it's BUZZSAW TIME!!!
Post by: D McLaughlin on July 18, 2003, 02:51:21 PM
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On the PBA Show, you saw, I saw, they all saw, NO BUZZSAW. Go figure!
Post by: pnj1967 on July 18, 2003, 03:05:32 PM
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Just trying to improve and help others when I can.
Post by: Doug Sterner on July 18, 2003, 03:54:38 PM
Ask SawMill or Typhoon or Axeweldr about my drilling. I have never had 1 single complaint about my drilling, but nobody ever asked about that. I have numerious references but I have only ever had 1 person ask about them. Ask Brickguy221 about how thorough I am in getting specs and making sure I understand what they mean.
What happens if something is wrong? simple....I STAND BEHIND MY WORK. If it is my fault, I replace the ball AND pay the shipping to get the old one back.
Case in point...
I had a guy buy a Deuce late this spring. He liked the reaction of his Trauma ER (until the core cracked) so I drilled it the same exact way. He was less than happy with the reaction. The ER actually hooked more than the Deuce. So I replaced the ball....no questions asked. He was very concerned that I would be cutting myself short. I said too bad if I lose money on the deal...it's my fault and I'll fix it. That's right....you heard me...NEW BALL I didn't plug the old one and redo it...because it was my fault as a driller.
Now if you give me the wrong specs, it's not my fault. I drilled a Spare Storm for someone and I drilled it exact to the specs he gave me...well he complained it was too short. The spec sheet he gave me said Full Grip on it so I asked if that meant it was the total span, he said yes. So I drilled it as that was the full grip. Well it wasn't. Was that my fault? no. I did offer to pay to have his local shop fix it. The guy said he didn't want a "new" plugged ball. So we compromised and I gave him a better ball off my used rack...I think it was a storm eraser or something in place of the spare storm and I paid shipping to get it back.
As I have said...I am about customer service. 5 years at WalMart taught me that much...the customer is what matters. Profits are nice but make the people happy and they come back. If I am in the wrong, I'll make it right. If it was due to wrong information coming my way, we'll work something out.
5 years of the business, 100's of balls drilled and 2 mistakes. Not bad in any arena...
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Doug Sterner
Doug's Pro Shop
Owego, NY
http://dougsproshop@aol.com
www.dougsproshop.net
Think about it....pins are wood, lanes are wood...
the weapon of choice is obvious...
CUT 'EM UP BABY it's BUZZSAW TIME!!!
Post by: Typhoon on July 18, 2003, 04:33:24 PM
Xfactor reloaded $199.00
Coventional Drilling free
Finger inserts $15.00
Thumb Slug $15.00
Tax $9.95
Total ball out the door $238.95
I have had 3 balls drilled by Doug, and not once have I ever needed a drilling tweaked.
Dougs price $125.00
shipping $15.00
Drilling
w/thumb/finger $35.00
Total to my door $175.00
Thats a savings of over 60 dollars. Wow What a deal
Post by: Brickguy221 on July 18, 2003, 04:40:56 PM
Post by: Brickguy221 on July 18, 2003, 05:00:32 PM
Post by: Typhoon on July 18, 2003, 05:13:54 PM
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If they are so expensive at your pro shops then why hasn't Doug sold out of them yet? It's so funny to see people get all worked-up about these types of comments. What is a deal and what isn't...you guys crack me up!
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"Holla If Ya Hear Me!"
Edited on 7/18/2003 4:56 PM
If I were not in the current situation that I am in rest assured I would have a reloaded. As for you hoping he was selling them for $100.00 shipped that just proves Pchee's point on cheap bowlers.
Post by: pnj1967 on July 18, 2003, 05:23:45 PM
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Just trying to improve and help others when I can.
Post by: Doug Sterner on July 18, 2003, 08:39:28 PM
I'll respond to you with a question....
How many do you think I have sold? You see I asked for them to EMAIL me and not repond to the post so guess what...the number of responses has NOTHING to do with the number I have sold.
I have sold roughly 1/2 of what I ordered but I will and am able to get more so keep the requests rollin in guys!!!
As I have said in the past...I am here to work with you and get you the best deal I can. I don't need to make $50 per transaction to be happy.
Thanks again to all who have ordered and I will be in touch as soon as I see the balls...which should be tomorrow or Monday!!!
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Doug Sterner
Doug's Pro Shop
Owego, NY
http://dougsproshop@aol.com
www.dougsproshop.net
Think about it....pins are wood, lanes are wood...
the weapon of choice is obvious...
CUT 'EM UP BABY it's BUZZSAW TIME!!!
Edited on 7/18/2003 9:02 PM
Post by: D McLaughlin on July 18, 2003, 08:50:11 PM
I wasn't running off at the mouth about something I don't know anything about. It wasn't a slight on Doug or his work....was a simple question that Doug and others got overly defensive about. Doug and I have dealt before in the past with no problems I am aware of. Having been a bowler for 27yrs and having my father run a proshop for 14yrs, I think I have a "clue" about proshop workings. The reason I asked the question is because I know of SEVERAL PS operators that will not touch a ball that was not drilled by them unless they are going to plug it up and fix it. And no....not nearly as many bowlers as you think carry the tools to tweak their equipment. Personally, I have a very delicately milled thumbhole that I seriously doubt anyone could copy on the first try, so it wouldnt be beneficial for me to take this gamble so to speak.
Doug's prices are well inline, as I stated before. Doug's reputation is stone solid. Neither point did I ever put into question. Don't accuse peeps of shooting their mouth off until you look a little more closely.
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On the PBA Show, you saw, I saw, they all saw, NO BUZZSAW. Go figure!
Post by: Saw Mill on July 18, 2003, 08:55:37 PM
First of all, I have had Doug drill over 7 balls for me and HE HAS NOT MADE A MISTAKE. All anyone has to do is take a ball that fits perfectly, ship it to him, and HE WILL MATCH IT PERFECTLY, and will ship it back to you. Oh and by the way , IF, and I say it lodly again, IF he were to make a mistake, I would ship it back and he would make it right, BUT I have not had to do that yet!!!!!!!!
Dave
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If You Are Not the Lead SAW, All You Get is SAWdust!!
Edited on 7/18/2003 9:03 PM
Post by: Doug Sterner on July 18, 2003, 09:08:46 PM
It is quite obvious that you don't know how I operate (or at least didn't) and proceeded to show your lack of knowledge of my business operations with your post.
So the need was there to clarify the situation so that people do not think that what you said was how I would deal with things.
And as for your "delicately milled thumbhole" some people need that and that is fine. Thats why I have access to a digital $15,000 milling machine where I can set up a program and mill out a thumbslug when needed. I have a master machinist ready to help me whenever I need anything done.
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Doug Sterner
Doug's Pro Shop
Owego, NY
http://dougsproshop@aol.com
www.dougsproshop.net
Think about it....pins are wood, lanes are wood...
the weapon of choice is obvious...
CUT 'EM UP BABY it's BUZZSAW TIME!!!
Edited on 7/18/2003 9:15 PM
Post by: Doug Sterner on July 18, 2003, 09:28:05 PM
Thanks for the post!!!
Anyway...who wants an X-Factor reloaded in 15# for $125 plus shipping?
Can also do them drilled....
ball, inserts and slug shipped for $175
ball, inserts shipped for $165
ball drilled fingertip, no inserts or slug shipped for $155
How's that????
Also FYI...those of you that have ordered already will receive the new pricing.
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Doug Sterner
Doug's Pro Shop
Owego, NY
http://dougsproshop@aol.com
www.dougsproshop.net
Think about it....pins are wood, lanes are wood...
the weapon of choice is obvious...
CUT 'EM UP BABY it's BUZZSAW TIME!!!
Edited on 7/18/2003 9:38 PM
Edited on 7/18/2003 9:39 PM
Post by: drillwizard on July 18, 2003, 11:29:39 PM
I sell them for 229 regularly in my shop without anything done, grips slug, or tax.
Post by: Saw Mill on July 18, 2003, 11:46:49 PM
Dave
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If You Are Not the Lead SAW, All You Get is SAWdust!!
Post by: Bjaardker on July 19, 2003, 12:42:33 AM
Darn I wish I could take advantage of this, but I've got at least 3 more weeks of thin livin'. Oh well...
Doug, you're still the man.
Post by: HamPster on July 19, 2003, 12:54:35 AM
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Forget Kung Fu, I know Ron Bahr!!!
The only difference between youth and adult leagues are that the big boys are allowed to whine. They're more entertaining anyway.
Post by: D McLaughlin on July 19, 2003, 01:02:26 AM
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On the PBA Show, you saw, I saw, they all saw, NO BUZZSAW. Go figure!
Post by: Saw Mill on July 19, 2003, 01:25:24 AM
You may have said YOUR piece, but their are alot more pices to this thread than yours. The puzzle ain't complete untril ALL the pieces are in, and if the horse is dead then you do not have to keep reading or replying. I do see more pieces for Doug's prices than I do for you comments. I say let's make sure the horse is dead; there may be other pieces like yours, that might just resurrect that old horse, and we would have to shoot it again.
Long Live Doug's ProShop, and Long Live Doug Sterner
Dave
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If You Are Not the Lead SAW, All You Get is SAWdust!!
Post by: Doug Sterner on July 19, 2003, 08:38:12 AM
Once again the purpose of this post was to notify the BR forum that I have gotten access to 2 (now possibly 3) cases of X-Factor Reloadeds at a rock bottom price. I can sell these balls at VERY near regular wholesale price.
15# X-Factor Reloadeds...$125 plus shipping.
If you are desiring drilling services, I can provide those also priced as follow:
ball and fingertip drill with no inserts or slug...$155 shipped.
ball and fingertip drill with inserts OR slug....$165 shipped.
ball and fingertip drill with slug AND inserts...$175 shipped.
prices include shipping to the 48 contiguous US via UPS Ground. Tracking numbers will be provided via email when your order is entered into the UPS system if desired.
Please email me at dougsproshop@aol.com if you are interested in taking advantage of this offer.
Thank you all (well most) for your support and hospitality on this issue.
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Doug Sterner
Doug's Pro Shop
Owego, NY
http://dougsproshop@aol.com
www.dougsproshop.net
Think about it....pins are wood, lanes are wood...
the weapon of choice is obvious...
CUT 'EM UP BABY it's BUZZSAW TIME!!!