Art Eatman
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Attitude at a Gun Show.
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jefnvk
Member
I like the comeback
The guy was out of his place in making that remark. Just because some old guy with money rolling in from everywhere can afford a $2000 gun that shoots $3/shot ammo, doesn't mean I can. Same with the people that think if it didn't come from America, it can't be quality. You can afford to be rich and elite, fine. Some people can't, and that shouldn't be held against them.
The guy was out of his place in making that remark. Just because some old guy with money rolling in from everywhere can afford a $2000 gun that shoots $3/shot ammo, doesn't mean I can. Same with the people that think if it didn't come from America, it can't be quality. You can afford to be rich and elite, fine. Some people can't, and that shouldn't be held against them.
Gunshow people are like the general public, some nice, some ugly, some I don't care.........
I have been on both sides of the table, and seen it all. You just have to roll with the punches.........
OUCH, that hurt.......but after you tell 10 people and they each tell 10, and then those tell 10 more....That a***hole will sit there all weekend, with no one to sell or talk to!!!!!!!!!!
I have been on both sides of the table, and seen it all. You just have to roll with the punches.........
OUCH, that hurt.......but after you tell 10 people and they each tell 10, and then those tell 10 more....That a***hole will sit there all weekend, with no one to sell or talk to!!!!!!!!!!
Texian Pistolero
member
I'm over 50, and I learned a long time ago that there are some socially illeterate zombies manning gunshops/ gunshow tables.
You don't have to figure it out, just know that it's true.
I understand your reaction to intolerable rudeness, but I'm thinking other things.
Like, if I was a gunshow dealer, I'd probably not buy back any ammo from consumers. I'd only sell ammo from known suppliers whom I've dealt with. I'd never buy back and sell ANYTHING that had been "on the street". It's just.. not.. worth .. the ..risk.
That said, I would have explained my position without insulting you.
I think that these guys freak out because they have so many young guys come by and just "kick the tires", while they are worrying how they are even going to break even on this current gun show gig.
This is not to excuse.
You WERE treated unjustly, just move on witih a beautific Jesus smile.
You don't have to figure it out, just know that it's true.
I understand your reaction to intolerable rudeness, but I'm thinking other things.
Like, if I was a gunshow dealer, I'd probably not buy back any ammo from consumers. I'd only sell ammo from known suppliers whom I've dealt with. I'd never buy back and sell ANYTHING that had been "on the street". It's just.. not.. worth .. the ..risk.
That said, I would have explained my position without insulting you.
I think that these guys freak out because they have so many young guys come by and just "kick the tires", while they are worrying how they are even going to break even on this current gun show gig.
This is not to excuse.
You WERE treated unjustly, just move on witih a beautific Jesus smile.
Cacique500
Member
Thank you Black Majik for the link...I just spent the last two hours reading that entire thread...LMAO!!
Tamara
Senior Member
Machinist,
You attendees ain't exactly suave models of urbane sophistication, either...
Gun show vendors are kinda like carnies at the carnival.
Sweet white trash!!!
You attendees ain't exactly suave models of urbane sophistication, either...
entropy
Member
Moby, I'm just curious, where was his booth? I bought a lot from one guy, and we spent about 10 minutes discussing Mosin Nagants, (which is what I was buying ammo for mostly) and other milsurps. I sure hope it wasn't him. But I am still curious.
Duke of Lawnchair
Member
Good times.
Good times.
Missouri Mule
Member
I have been known to contact the show promoter and complain about rude and unscrupulous vendors. I doubt it makes any difference since he makes more off the vendor than he does off of me anyway. It just makes me feel better.
I have had vendors practically tell me they didn't want my business. I always ask before picking up any type of firearm or blade. One guy asked me if I was buying or just finger.... the guns. I told him I was looking to buy but now I was looking elsewhere.
I have had vendors practically tell me they didn't want my business. I always ask before picking up any type of firearm or blade. One guy asked me if I was buying or just finger.... the guns. I told him I was looking to buy but now I was looking elsewhere.
I am a vendor at the Tanner shows in Denver colorado.I know exactly what you are all talking about.Had the guy brought the ammo to my table,i would have bought it,with no problem.I am one of the very few vendors that will spend the time explaining how something works to a potential customer,even if they do not have the money to afford the item they are looking at.
My reasoning behind this:They will come back eventually ,wether they are alone,or with freinds,and they will remember i wasn't an ass.
I sell mostly military surplus and parts,I get a lot of tire kickers,but i also understand that if you want people to buy what you sell,you may have to instruct people in the use or operation of things on your tables.
I sometimes tend to kill a sale when someone is willing to buy an item they believe is for something other than what it is actually made for,by telling them they really do not want it,and why.This approach has actually my regular customer base really expand.
A lot of vendors are there strictly to turn a profit,I ,on the other hand,am there to have fun,turn a profit if possible,find some good deals,and make a few new friends.
One thing a lot of show attendees are not aware of,is the cost to vendors to attend these shows.
We pay our own way there and home,table fees are from $60.00 on up per table, and continually rising,the show promoters are supposed to be advertising well in advance of the show,so attendance will be high,yet they rarely do and they attempt to recoup their losses through table fees.
then we have to contend with shoplifters,and unattended children.
Can you imagine 10 of your neighbors children playing in your gun safe?
The best advise i can give a gunshow attendee,is : Go to the show and walk the tables a couple of times before actually buying anything,If you have something to sell,make a sign that people can read,stating what you have for sale and what you want,you will sell it before you make it all the way through the tables,either to another person just like you,or to a vendor looking for a deal.
My reasoning behind this:They will come back eventually ,wether they are alone,or with freinds,and they will remember i wasn't an ass.
I sell mostly military surplus and parts,I get a lot of tire kickers,but i also understand that if you want people to buy what you sell,you may have to instruct people in the use or operation of things on your tables.
I sometimes tend to kill a sale when someone is willing to buy an item they believe is for something other than what it is actually made for,by telling them they really do not want it,and why.This approach has actually my regular customer base really expand.
A lot of vendors are there strictly to turn a profit,I ,on the other hand,am there to have fun,turn a profit if possible,find some good deals,and make a few new friends.
One thing a lot of show attendees are not aware of,is the cost to vendors to attend these shows.
We pay our own way there and home,table fees are from $60.00 on up per table, and continually rising,the show promoters are supposed to be advertising well in advance of the show,so attendance will be high,yet they rarely do and they attempt to recoup their losses through table fees.
then we have to contend with shoplifters,and unattended children.
Can you imagine 10 of your neighbors children playing in your gun safe?
The best advise i can give a gunshow attendee,is : Go to the show and walk the tables a couple of times before actually buying anything,If you have something to sell,make a sign that people can read,stating what you have for sale and what you want,you will sell it before you make it all the way through the tables,either to another person just like you,or to a vendor looking for a deal.
Ivy Mike
Member
gee, one of my favorite gun store owners (always at shows here) wouldn't have gotten his $20 out quick enough.
Always friendly, always knowledgable and always willing to make deals. 300 rounds for $20, I would have jumped on that and then had to look for a rifle to shoot it from.
Always friendly, always knowledgable and always willing to make deals. 300 rounds for $20, I would have jumped on that and then had to look for a rifle to shoot it from.
moby clarke
Member
entropy,
This guys table was at the very end to the left of where we enter the room. It was either the row against the wall or the next one toward the center. He was selling mostly ammo, but also some reloading stuff and possibly some guns. If anyone in MN wants this ammo, I still have it. PM or email me and it is yours for $20.
This guys table was at the very end to the left of where we enter the room. It was either the row against the wall or the next one toward the center. He was selling mostly ammo, but also some reloading stuff and possibly some guns. If anyone in MN wants this ammo, I still have it. PM or email me and it is yours for $20.
The_Antibubba
Member
apatriot---
Thanks for sharing that.
And welcome to The High Road!!
Thanks for sharing that.
And welcome to The High Road!!
ACORN
Member
Moby, you gave the creep what he deserved.
CAS700850
Member
It's just like everything else in life...some are good, some are bad, some just are.
TonyB
Member
Maybe,just maybe no one ever told this guy he WAS in fact an *******.....maybe he thought about the whole thing and decided to make a life change......then agian maybe not.......still some times you got to let people know they're a##holes,just to clarify things.....
entropy
Member
Thank, Moby, PM sent. Welcome apatriot to THR! (Actually, from what I've seen, most here are patriots. ) You are one of the good guys, the ones whose tables I seek out instead of just pass by. I don't always buy, but when I do, you can be sure I've checked the 'good' guys' (and gals, Tamara!) tables first. They are the reason I keep going to shows. (Well, that and the jerky... )
(Actually, from what I've seen, most here are patriots. ) You are one of the good guys, the ones whose tables I seek out instead of just pass by. I don't always buy, but when I do, you can be sure I've checked the 'good' guys' (and gals, Tamara!) tables first. They are the reason I keep going to shows. (Well, that and the jerky... )- Status