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

[Titan]

The reporting of this cancellation in at least some circles makes it sound like NRA opposition ended the show.

This is a victory for all of us and for the manufacturers and vendors standing with the American people.

In spite of how the media would like to frame the debate, this was a victory for the CITIZEN FIREARMS OWNERS of America.

We need to continue to make it VERY CLEAR that this is a battle between the government and its citizens, and a direct assault on the Constitution, and not a battle between the government and a 'lobbying group'!

 

[shoots]

Withdraws from Eastern Show

Thanks to all those companies and show visitors for dropping out from the show. We need to support those companies that supported our Second Amendment Rights. I will and all who know me will. Spread the word on other medias and forums too. We are not fanatics, but we vehemently demand our rights. When these politicians threaten to mess with our constitution, they should be threatened and out of office. Remember who they are and kick them out.

 

[RubixCube]

Dear Smith and Wesson,

Thank you for listening and deciding not to support the ESOS.

You have really made a loyal customer happy and I personally will buy more of your new products because of this upstanding decision.

God Bless S&W and God Bless America. United we stand.

DG

P.S. If you really want to boost sales and make another statement please consider getting rid of that stupid Internal Lock.

Regarding S&W internal locks, Maryland requires them and S&W just elected to build them in...

 

[BuckeyeChuck]

We are not fanatics...

Yes we are. We're fanatics for our rights and for the exceptional idea that government derives its power from the consent of the governed, and that government is supposed to fear US, not the other way around.

 

[GaryS]

Apparently the Mayor of Harrisburg is whining about the loss of revenue because of the cancellation of the show. Sorry Mayor Thompson, but words and actions have consequences.

 

[Lee in Quartzsite]

Apparently the Mayor of Harrisburg is whining about the loss of revenue because of the cancellation of the show. Sorry Mayor Thompson, but words and actions have consequences.

44 million loss is their estimate....hope some lessons are learned from this fiasco.

Outdoor Show: Without a show, region would lose $44 million | PennLive.com

 

[av8usn]

The one thing that surprised me was that they are a multi national business based in the UK. Rather Ironic and perhaps not so surprising after all that such a fatal mistake was made.

Not so surprising really, given the U.K. and European disgust for freedom and the Second Amendment.

 

[DeathGrip]

Regarding S&W internal locks, Maryland requires them and S&W just elected to build them in...

Maryland? Quite the contrary land. Good job.

 

[Moonman]

Pick your PROMOTERS more carefully, OR STIPULATE IN CONTRACTS BETTER.

Sorry Mayor.

 

[A10]

Apparently the Mayor of Harrisburg is whining about the loss of revenue because of the cancellation of the show. Sorry Mayor Thompson, but words and actions have consequences.

I wonder how he will spin this, that a bunch of radicals took away revenue from the locals, or that the promoters were irresponsible in their actions? Bet I can guess...

You put way too much thought into how you think I'm thinking.

Someone had to............

 

[GaryS]

I wonder how he will spin this, that a bunch of radicals took away revenue from the locals, or that the promoters were irresponsible in their actions? Bet I can guess...

The Mayor is a woman. She apparently wants to have her cake and eat it too. She's a member of Bloomberg's Mayors Against Illegal Guns, but she's complaining about losing revenue from a show that features... guns. I guess some guns are OK, especially if they bring money into the city.

In her statement, she blames - well read it for yourself.

Harrisburg mayor: Postponement of outdoor show 'unfortunate' | PennLive.com

 

[Moonman]

I just watched Piers Morgan and the Mayor is USING THE SAME CRIB SHEET, it looks like.

Newt Gingrich was on his show, and Newt's not the brightest star in the sky on firearms and laws.

Someone needs to tell him FULLY AUTOMATIC WEAPONS ARE LEGAL IN SOME STATES. He apparently does not know that.

Piers was operating as per the script of the Antis.

 

[barneha]

One of the best ways to get someone's attention is to hit them in the pocket book. Excellent move S&W! I also agree with one poster that Remington ought to get out of New York State if they can afford too. Why should should such an oppressive state receive monetary benefits from an industry they clearly hate?

 

[Roadtrash]

Just read through this whole thread and it sure has inspired me! It's good to finally see people and companies standing up for our rights for a change. Maybe this will make the powers that be in Washington sit up and take notice.

 

[gregC.]

Good for S&W !

 

[cmort666]

I don't agree with the antis but they won. They got a slam dunk too.

Not only are ARs not being displayed….. nothing is being displayed.

Hopefully someone will organize a show to replace what was canceled.

Nonsense.

A clear message was sent that attacks on the 2nd Amendment won't be aided and abetted.

What anti-gunners want is unquestioning submission. They got defiance instead.

 

[mtnsmithguy]

The way we can fight back is with our wallets and vote! We need to keep the pressure on. Makes me want to go out and buy another S&W!

 

[BigCityChief]

The way we can fight back is with our wallets and vote! We need to keep the pressure on. Makes me want to go out and buy another S&W!

Buying another S&W - exactly what I'm doing today - at my local gun shop which has kept its ammo prices reasonable.

 

[Wingwiper]

Here's a pretty good rundown on that topic:

NSSF Sticks by Expo Company's Decision to Ban "Modern Sporting Rifles" | Shall Not Be Questioned

Message sent to the NSSF:

You guys need to disband after your tepid response to the boycott of Reed Exhibitions' ESOS. Obviously, the NSSF is trying to lead from behind and no longer represents their members' most vital interests. You guys need to get out from behind your desks and actually DO something to earn your fat salaries, paid for by those with whom you are out of touch.

 

[Wingwiper]

The reporting of this cancellation in at least some circles makes it sound like NRA opposition ended the show.

This is a victory for all of us and for the manufacturers and vendors standing with the American people.

In spite of how the media would like to frame the debate, this was a victory for the CITIZEN FIREARMS OWNERS of America.

We need to continue to make it VERY CLEAR that this is a battle between the government and its citizens, and a direct assault on the Constitution, and not a battle between the government and a 'lobbying group'!

Message sent to the Washington Examiner:

Normally I like reading the Washington Examiner online, but I take strong exception to the title of your article, "NRA Boycott Kills Outdoors Show That Banned Assault Weapons."

As you and your editors know, this is patently false. This was NOT an NRA boycott. As the body of your article states, this was a grassroots effort that was supported by many outdoors and sporting goods vendors, as well as the NRA.

Trying to grab attention for your article with slanted journalism bashing the NRA is a gross disservice to the 47% of U.S. voters who DON'T support President Obama's ultra-liberal agenda.

The NRA is totally powerless without the support of millions of law-abiding gun owners in this country. It is the collective power of those millions of voters that stands in opposition to the attempt by some to exploit the Newtown tragedy for their own political and ideological purposes – not a single lobbying organization.