anyone know what happened to bates? went to stop over there when i was close and hes closed down. stores empty and for rent signs are on the window. anyone know anything about this?

Not too much info, but it was briefly discussed in this thread:

http://njgunforums.com/forum/index.php?/topic/20376-bates-gun-tackle-shop-in-north-haledon/

 

Based on that thread it looks like they closed a few months ago.

thank you

I am very good friends with the original owner.

He sold it about 2 years ago, but the guy basically ran it into the ground.

 

Would not restock items that sold etc. Basically, locked himself into a huge monthly nut with the rent and did not put any money back into the business.

It had been dying a slow death for about 2 yrs until it finally closed few months back.

Probably would have closed sooner but the owner had personally guaranteed the lease.

CRAZY!

yup that sucks. i havnt been in there for about 2 years but its still pretty close. o well.