M14 Forum

remington1858 · February 8th, 2011, 02:07 PM

Elmur Ballance still has a few M-14 parts for sale. It can be found at http://devinegunparts.webstarts.com The site is under construction, but Elmur told me that it would be back up in a day or so. I think there were some new fiberglass stocks and some bolts.

remington1858 · February 9th, 2011, 10:49 AM

Elmur Ballance's website is up http://devinegunparts.webstarts.com It is pretty simple but gets the job done.

seasoldier85 · February 14th, 2011, 02:35 PM

I always thought his name was ELMER. Even the website spells it with a "U", though.

RET DEP 04 · February 17th, 2011, 04:44 PM

I spent some time with Mr Ballance this morning, on the phone. While purchasing some parts from him (he has many more to sell that just bolts) I had the opportunity to speak with him about the M1A and found him to be not only extremely knowledgeable but very helpful as well. If you are looking for parts or info I highly recommend taking the opportunity to call and speak with this father of the civilian version of the M14.

Reaper6 · February 27th, 2011, 09:54 PM

Just scored a couple TRW bolts from him. $225 each and they're complete with all the internals. Can't wait for them to get here...

82nd ABN · February 28th, 2011, 04:14 AM

I would proceed with caution here gents. I know who Elmer Ballance is but a coue of guys on another post purchased bolts from him and they turned out to be rewelded drill rifle bolts. If you care to take the chance go right ahead. You might as well go onto Sarco website and buy the same demilled bolt for 65 dollars. Don't get taken for a ride on a name please! The same thing happened on the other post someone with one post came along and said oh Elmer has bolts for sale. Well I suggest you find that thread and read what happens when the members get there bolts delivered.

Cass · February 28th, 2011, 05:19 AM

I thought it was strange that posts by 2 different new guys, "remington1858" and "Iron7", gave the head's up on these being for sale. Even stranger that the post and the website linked miss-spelled his name.

Can the registrations for these two be checked to see if they are the actually same person?

Thanks,
Cass

brassmagnet · February 28th, 2011, 05:26 AM

I see the website is no longer available either....

BudsBoy · February 28th, 2011, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brassmagnet

I see the website is no longer available either....

Works for me - - -

brassmagnet · February 28th, 2011, 09:02 AM

Hmmmm - all I get is this......

Not Found

The requested URL / was not found on this server.
Apache Server at devinegunparts.webstarts.com Port 80

82nd ABN · February 28th, 2011, 09:50 AM

I think there is something wrong in dodge city. If I am wrong I will be the first one to appologise to Mr ballance.
As far as a single member signing onto the forum under two names it's probably possible from a single ip address. Once they are banned the ip address I would assume gets banned not the username

Reaper6 · February 28th, 2011, 10:50 AM

I asked if these bolts were welded and Elmer stated no. I've bought some stocks from him in the past and didn't have any issues. He is now taking CC's so if when they arrive they turn on to be ex drill rifle bolts, I will return them and ask for a refund. If push comes to shove I can also fill a dispute with my CC company.
Hang in there, once I get them I'll post a report.

Reaper6 · March 1st, 2011, 12:23 AM

After double checking with Elmer it turns out these are the same welded bolts. I was able to cancel my order before he shipped them. I guess it was too good to be true.

Reaper6 · March 1st, 2011, 11:39 PM

When I first ask if the bolts had been welded Elmer replied they were “like new and guaranteed”. I guess I assumed that “like new” meant not previously welded. After finding this thread I called him back and asked again, this time he confirmed that they were from drill rifles and had had the firing pin hole welded shut at one time. Luckily I discovered this in time to cancel my order before he charged my card.

7.62bthp · March 5th, 2011, 06:45 AM

TNW50cal...We understand how you feel, as you are working 2 different threads. Ease up a bit while this pans out.

All of a sudden Ellmer has a 6th grade website with his own name spelled wrong, and a hit and run poster advertising on his behalf on the forum. Anybody else read anything into this? Somebody taking advantage of an elderly person? I think there is more to it.

Mr Ballance deserves a little more from us up front. Make your point, state your facts ONCE....I personally will be watching this thread closely.