citizenconn
Member
It's been reported over the past few years, certainly since the start of the pandemic and the last election cycle, that there are an unprecedented number of first time gun owners. The empty shelves we have encountered as our LGS's and big box retailers are certainly anecdotal evidence of that.
Even now, every time I go pick up a transfer or new purchase at my FFL, I encounter a number of folks getting guns whose mannerisms and actions indicate to me they are first time gun buyers. Same with many folks I encounter at the outdoor range I frequent.
Do you think the majority of these folks will remain long time gun owners and retain more than a casual interest; will they keep the guns but lose interest similar to those getting into new hobbies like juicing, crocheting, scrapbooking, etc.; or will they sell the guns as soon as they perceive the threat that caused them to buy the guns to begin with has passed? Or maybe an option I didn't list. What do you think this will mean for the gun industry and support of the 2A over the next 10 years? Thanks for your consideration.
citizenconn
Even now, every time I go pick up a transfer or new purchase at my FFL, I encounter a number of folks getting guns whose mannerisms and actions indicate to me they are first time gun buyers. Same with many folks I encounter at the outdoor range I frequent.
Do you think the majority of these folks will remain long time gun owners and retain more than a casual interest; will they keep the guns but lose interest similar to those getting into new hobbies like juicing, crocheting, scrapbooking, etc.; or will they sell the guns as soon as they perceive the threat that caused them to buy the guns to begin with has passed? Or maybe an option I didn't list. What do you think this will mean for the gun industry and support of the 2A over the next 10 years? Thanks for your consideration.
citizenconn