Eastern Outdoor Show (Harrisburg Pa) Bans "Assault Weapons"

[Bob2222 317]

Due to recent changes made by Reed Exhibitions regarding the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show, Cabela's will no longer sponsor this year's event. After careful consideration regarding Cabela's business practices, and the feelings of our customers, Cabela's will, unfortunately, not have a presence at the Eastern Sports and Outdoor Show.

 

 

I don't think ARs represent a significant amount of Cabela's annual sales -- so good for them!

[jonfoxx 4]

Wow, I don't know what to think... We have people paying 2X, 3X, 4X what AR rifles and parts normally go for, and yet these kinds of people that are basically PRE-BANNING these items which is driving the prices even higher, and yet, most agree that the AWB doesn't even have a chance of ever passing as law! WTF? Even the "wannabe" copies (22lr, etc) that look like AR-15's are SOLD OUT! Trust me, I've searched... So what does this all mean? So, where are we going with all of this? Are the "scared" just getting screwed right now or are we really heading to build and grow this market going forward just because it will always be the first target of any anti-2A bans in the future?

 

I think that the only thing that I can afford these days is the good ol'fashioned Baseball Bat! Of course, I can screw some picatinny rails on it and add a heat sheild, 1000 lumens flashlight, holographic sight, laser grip, infared scanner, etc.... but I'm sure I'd be breaking the law somewhere along the way...

 

I just don't know what to think...

[KpdPipes 388]

Wow, I don't know what to think... We have people paying 2X, 3X, 4X what AR rifles and parts normally go for, and yet these kinds of people that are basically PRE-BANNING these items which is driving the prices even higher, and yet, most agree that the AWB doesn't even have a chance of ever passing as law! WTF? Even the "wannabe" copies (22lr, etc) that look like AR-15's are SOLD OUT! Trust me, I've searched... So what does this all mean? So, where are we going with all of this? Are the "scared" just getting screwed right now or are we really heading to build and grow this market going forward just because it will always be the first target of any anti-2A bans in the future? I think that the only thing that I can afford these days is the good ol'fashioned Baseball Bat! Of course, I can screw some picatinny rails on it and add a heat sheild, 1000 lumens flashlight, holographic sight, laser grip, infared scanner, etc.... but I'm sure I'd be breaking the law somewhere along the way... I just don't know what to think...

 

The same thing happened in 2008...not QUITE as bad of course, but there was a run on everything "Tactical"..the media push and politicians jumping onto the bandwagon after Newtown had a PROFOUND effect on people it sacred the hell out of them that there might be enough impetus to push a ban through this time. luckily it looks like that momentum has slowed, but we still need to keep the pressure on them. Things will slowly get back to normal...on the plsu side you'll see a lot of "Extra" AR's going for sale in 6-8 months

[mipafox 438]

I don't think ARs represent a significant amount of Cabela's annual sales -- so good for them!

 

 

I don't know if that is true or not, but:

 

1. The AR-15 is the most popular firearm of any kind in the US according to the ATF.  Yes, before December 2012.

 

2. Cabelas Hamburg sells more firearms every year than any other store in the US.

 

I have a feeling they sell some ARs.

[lunker 274]

I left a nice note on their Facebook page informing I will not be coming and why.

[Parker 213]

More here:

 

http://njgunforums.c...__fromsearch__1

[KpdPipes 388]

Updated list of Vendors, Presenters and others who have pulled out.... http://www.newjerseyhunter.com/article143446.htm

[Pizza Bob 1,488]

Maybe the should hire fellow Brit Piers Morgan to help promote the show.

[KpdPipes 388]

updated list of people who have pulled out of the Show http://www.newjerseyhunter.com/article143446.htm

[TK421 2]

Updated list of Vendors, Presenters and others who have pulled out.... http://www.newjersey...ticle143446.htm

 

How great is that! Some big names in there.

[Pizza Bob 1,488]

The promoters are making a big deal of Jamie Gray's appearance. She is a member of the US Olympic shooting team and a gold medal winner in 3 position small bore at the 2012 games. I'm not into social media (it's a generational thing), but thinking that those that tweet (did I get that right?) ought to request that she not appear and honor the boycott. Tweet her at: @Grayolympics

 

Not bad for an old codger, huh?

 

Adios,

 

Pizza Bob

[tony357 386]

The promoters are making a big deal of Jamie Gray's appearance. She is a member of the US Olympic shooting team and a gold medal winner in 3 position small bore at the 2012 games. I'm not into social media (it's a generational thing), but thinking that those that tweet (did I get that right?) ought to request that she not appear and honor the boycott. Tweet her at: @Grayolympics

 

Not bad for an old codger, huh?

 

Adios,

 

Pizza Bob

 

just did see what happens..

[NJCK 5]

just did see what happens..

 

x2

[SpacemanFry 51]

updated list of people who have pulled out of the Show http://www.newjersey...ticle143446.htm

 

Holy crap, that list is huge. It's awesome so many are willing to stand up for 2A and boycott the show.

[Wojo 98]

Good for Cabela's.

 

That's a huge list. I'd love to see some pics of prior years events compared to the empty tables at this years.

[johnp 45]

updated list of people who have pulled out of the Show http://www.newjersey...ticle143446.htm

Nice.

 

The promoters are making a big deal of Jamie Gray's appearance. She is a member of the US Olympic shooting team and a gold medal winner in 3 position small bore at the 2012 games. I'm not into social media (it's a generational thing), but thinking that those that tweet (did I get that right?) ought to request that she not appear and honor the boycott. Tweet her at: @Grayolympics

 

Not bad for an old codger, huh?

 

Adios,

 

Pizza Bob

 

LOL, good job Bob.

[NJCK 5]

Holy crap, that list is huge. It's awesome so many are willing to stand up for 2A and boycott the show.

 

OUTSTANDING!!!

[Wojo 98]

Finally...maybe we are starting to see some unity here. Imagine if all gun owners just decided to call in sick or park their cars someplace to make a statement? Like at the entrances of tunnels and bridges into NYC.

[dgstinner 11]

Just read on Facebook that S&W are also pulling out.

[Duppie 73]

Just read on Facebook that S&W are also pulling out.

Yes I just received an email stating that S&W is indeed pulling out of the show in protest. I know they are big and didn't the organizers anticipate such a response?

[RS1200XL 4]

Smith and Wesson just pulled out of the show. That is HUGE!

[spacemanvic 0]

'Bout time 2A found it's nuts and said enough is enough.

 

Could it be the diminishing influence of Fudds in gun circles?

[SpacemanFry 51]

Jamie Gray pulled out! Nice job.

[Shocker 151]

I don't know how often that NJHunter gets updated but heres another source http://mynortheastoutdoors.com/esos-boycott-supporters/ 207 as of this morning including the NRA

 

The ESOS facebook page is 100% negative comments too, haha

[NJCK 5]

Jamie Gray pulled out! Nice job.

 

Excellent!

[KpdPipes 388]

I don't know how often that NJHunter gets updated but heres another source http://mynortheastou...ott-supporters/ 207 as of this morning including the NRA

 

The ESOS facebook page is 100% negative comments too, haha

 

The statement attributed to NRA that I read said that they would not support or attend ANY EVENT that is put on by Reed Exhibitions..... Reed Exhibitions is contracted for SHOT next year. NSSF is trying to play Damage control, but i think they are gonna have to make a hard decision soon.

[TK421 2]

The statement attributed to NRA that I read said that they would not support or attend ANY EVENT that is put on by Reed Exhibitions..... Reed Exhibitions is contracted for SHOT next year. NSSF is trying to play Damage control, but i think they are gonna have to make a hard decision soon.

 

They left themselves some wiggle room.

 

...the NRA will not be participating in the upcoming show in Harrisburg or in any other shows hosted by Reed Exhibitions that maintain this policy.

[RUTGERS95 890]

I hope no one attends as it's almost traitorous to go

[KpdPipes 388]

I hope no one attends as it's almost traitorous to go

 

I've seen some quotes from various fudd types complaining about how they are being penalized because of us "Crybabies" in a few different news stories about this...the message is getting out though, and the media cant really deny it

[Pizza Bob 1,488]

Jamie Gray pulled out! Nice job.

 

Vlad,

 

Just wondered where you saw this? They are still touting her appearance on the ESOS website. Hope that it's true.

 

Adios,

 

Pizza Bob