Smith & Wesson® Withdraws from Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show®

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I completely agree with Smith and Wesson's decision. It is great to see a company that will stand up for what they believe in. (much like Hobby Lobby) You will continue to get my support in the way of purchasing your products.
 
I am proud to own these firearms of these great companys
This is really grown fast love it
Thanks Smith & Wesson.
 
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From the PennLive.com article:

"However, Mark Finnegan, owner of Shamrock Holsters of Craig, Colo., said the boycott won't stop him from attending the show.

He further said he knows many venders from the western United States who plan to attend. "Everybody I know is coming," he said."

I wonder who he thinks will be there to buy his holsters?
 
45Wheelgun said:
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From the PennLive.com article:


"However, Mark Finnegan, owner of Shamrock Holsters of Craig, Colo., said the boycott won't stop him from attending the show.

He further said he knows many venders from the western United States who plan to attend. "Everybody I know is coming," he said."

I wonder who he thinks will be there to buy his holsters?
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Gun owners tend to have long memories. This will be remembered.
 
Titan said:
We need to wholeheartedly support all these companies that drop out, and PUNISH any that don't understand the import of the Second Amendment!

Who the hell do they think their customers are?
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This is a huge show, do you want to punish the guy that sells beef jerky, or hats, or boats or RVs without a trial? Many of the people who signed up for one or two hundred square feet of booth have extended themselves to be there. They aren't even thinking about hunting or guns.

To cheer yourself up, look down the list of those who have withdrawn and notice the overwhelming support of the archery, outfitter, game calls and other shooting sports people. This is as substantial showing of support for the second amendment and if we can hold the high ground there will be more who support the issue than there will be if we arbitrarily "punish" without knowing a bit more about the rationale applied to their decision to remain with the show.

My reaction was much like yours until I counted to 10 and looked over the list.
 
Mr. Wheel this guys is a businessman trying to make a buck. Would I buy a holster from him before this event, no. Never heard of his business. Would I buy a holster from him after knowing he willing went to an anti 2nd amendment "show", no. What has a small time operator got to lose? Don't get me wrong I think this is the greatest thing I have seen from the gun owners ever. This shows the unity of thousands of gun owners that are voicing their opinions to the manufactures and distributors of the hobbies they enjoy. This is butt kicking and we hope the folks in washington take notice. Don't screw with us. But it goes back to the fact, this guy is just trying to make a living. Should have just kept his mouth shout and we might have purchased from him in the future.
 
Glad to see many of the non-firearms companies boycotting also. I was very pleased to see Cold Steel on the boycott list as well as a number of other knife makers. Think I'll be buying Safemakers for each member of the family just to spread some appreciation!
 
This is one HUGE opportunity for us to be heard!! It's not often that we get the chance.

I would suggest contacting ALL of the vendors that pulled out and email your thanks.

They are supporting us. The least we can do is express our thanks. Don't be lazy!! Do it!! ;) I AM..........
 
Dick's sporting goods is not on the boycott list. Guess that's not too surprising considering the **** they pulled recently (not delivering AR's that had been sold).
 
photobiker said:
Mr. Wheel this guys is a businessman trying to make a buck. Would I buy a holster from him before this event, no. Never heard of his business. Would I buy a holster from him after knowing he willing went to an anti 2nd amendment "show", no. What has a small time operator got to lose? Don't get me wrong I think this is the greatest thing I have seen from the gun owners ever. This shows the unity of thousands of gun owners that are voicing their opinions to the manufactures and distributors of the hobbies they enjoy. This is butt kicking and we hope the folks in washington take notice. Don't screw with us. But it goes back to the fact, this guy is just trying to make a living. Should have just kept his mouth shout and we might have purchased from him in the future.
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I understand your point. I guess what bothered me is that this isn't some guy selling jerky or golf gear he is someone who earns his living because we have the second amendment. Not only is he going, but he gave the media a quote they could use to encourage people to attend the show.
 
Fantastic for S+W and Ruger!!! Lets put some pressure on the people who gladly take our $$$$$ but have no support for 2A. I'm not a big movie person but have chosen not to pay attention to anything from the Hollywood anti 2A hypocrites.
 
sbmsp said:
Fantastic for S+W and Ruger!!! Lets put some pressure on the people who gladly take our $$$$$ but have no support for 2A. I'm not a big movie person but have chosen not to pay attention to anything from the Hollywood anti 2A hypocrites.
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Haven't been to a movie in years. From what I've seen on TV, I haven't missed anything either....:D
 
I too agree, this is a great way for us decent hard working folks(who happen to own firearms)to send a message. The message to the companies who chose to pull out of the show: Thank you, we will continue to support you! The message for the the show supporters: Thank you for revieling your true colors, we will no longer bother you with our business! I know there are at least two sides to every issue...this is mine! Thanks.
 
swampersand said:
This is a huge show, do you want to punish the guy that sells beef jerky, or hats, or boats or RVs without a trial? Many of the people who signed up for one or two hundred square feet of booth have extended themselves to be there. They aren't even thinking about hunting or guns.

To cheer yourself up, look down the list of those who have withdrawn and notice the overwhelming support of the archery, outfitter, game calls and other shooting sports people. This is as substantial showing of support for the second amendment and if we can hold the high ground there will be more who support the issue than there will be if we arbitrarily "punish" without knowing a bit more about the rationale applied to their decision to remain with the show.

My reaction was much like yours until I counted to 10 and looked over the list.
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The only leverage available is to withdraw enough support from the show, that it nears collapse.

THEN and only then, will the company putting on the show change its position.

Economic pressure is used all the time, and it's a powerful force in changing wrong-headed decision making.

We just got over an NHL strike. Nobody cared about the ancillary damage to small vendors, etc. They struck over issues that only mattered to two different groups of rich people.

At least in this case, there's a critical PRINCIPLE at the core of the action.
 
From there facebook page

Reed Exhibitions has decided to postpone, for now, the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show given the controversy surrounding its decision to limit the sale or display of modern sporting rifles (also called ARs) at the event. The show was scheduled to take place February 2-10 in Harrisburg, PA.
 
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