Seventhsword
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Which states are the most gun friendly?
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metallic
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You might want to consider Louisiana. We are a pretty conservative state and are trying to attract all the businesses we can. You would have access to great machinists due to the oil industry and you would be near the biggest transportation hub in the country. Cost of living is also quite low compared to the rest of the country
Cosmoline
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Alaska, no question about it. Vermont carry plus Alaskan culture--a perfect match. No big gun makers, be we do have Wildalaska doing unusual things to existing guns.
I not only carry CCW with no problems, I routinely carry a four foot long rifle in the open with narry a problem. I did have a prostitue try to pick me up when I was toting it to my motel room in Spenard Saturday night, though. I informed her my heart already belonged to my Mosin.
I not only carry CCW with no problems, I routinely carry a four foot long rifle in the open with narry a problem. I did have a prostitue try to pick me up when I was toting it to my motel room in Spenard Saturday night, though. I informed her my heart already belonged to my Mosin.
How many of the states mentioned by others have the equivalent of Wyoming Statutes Section 9-14-101, which provides:
CHAPTER 14
PROTECTION OF CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS
9 14 101. Second amendment defense.
The attorney general may seek to intervene or file an amicus curiae brief in any lawsuit filed in any state or federal court in Wyoming, or filed against any Wyoming citizen or firm in any other jurisdiction for damages for injuries as a result of the use of fire arms that are not defective, if in his judgment, the action endangers the constitutional right of citizens of Wyoming to keep and bear arms. The attorney general is directed to advance arguments that protect the constitutional right to bear arms. Before intervening in any lawsuit pursuant to this section, the attorney general shall obtain the approval of the governor.
Then, take a look at this, from http://revenue.state.wy.us/
The state of Wyoming does not levy a personal or corporate income tax. Wyoming does not impose a tax on intangible assets such as bank accounts, stocks, or bonds, either. In addition, Wyoming does not assess any tax on retirement income earned and received from another state. Further, there is no legislative plan to implement any of these types of taxes.
Also, consider that I-80, I-25 and a major rail line run through the state assuring access to market, start up costs should be a lot cheaper than a lot of places, the cost of living is low, and educated people often are relocating because they can't find enough decent jobs.
CHAPTER 14
PROTECTION OF CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS
9 14 101. Second amendment defense.
The attorney general may seek to intervene or file an amicus curiae brief in any lawsuit filed in any state or federal court in Wyoming, or filed against any Wyoming citizen or firm in any other jurisdiction for damages for injuries as a result of the use of fire arms that are not defective, if in his judgment, the action endangers the constitutional right of citizens of Wyoming to keep and bear arms. The attorney general is directed to advance arguments that protect the constitutional right to bear arms. Before intervening in any lawsuit pursuant to this section, the attorney general shall obtain the approval of the governor.
Then, take a look at this, from http://revenue.state.wy.us/
The state of Wyoming does not levy a personal or corporate income tax. Wyoming does not impose a tax on intangible assets such as bank accounts, stocks, or bonds, either. In addition, Wyoming does not assess any tax on retirement income earned and received from another state. Further, there is no legislative plan to implement any of these types of taxes.
Also, consider that I-80, I-25 and a major rail line run through the state assuring access to market, start up costs should be a lot cheaper than a lot of places, the cost of living is low, and educated people often are relocating because they can't find enough decent jobs.
xd9fan
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DONT COME HERE......under tyranny in Minnesota.....save...save yourself...run....
luzyfuerza
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Utah has a good business climate, and is very gun-friendly. Several firearms manufacturers are already established here (e.g. North American Arms).
Idaho has higher taxes, but most folks there still wonder why gun racks don't decorate the back window of EVERY pickup they see on the road. CCI has a manufacturing facility up in Lewiston, I believe.
Wyoming is kind of like Alaska must be: lots of open space, and lots of folks with "don't tread on me" attitudes. Freedom Arms sure chose a beautiful spot near Afton to build their factory, just a few miles south of the Tetons.
Rugers builds guns near Prescott, Arizona, and LEOs and legislators "get" RKBA there. Can't beat that warm weather!
Bottom line, if you're used to the gun-phobia of New York, Maryland, Illinois, or the PRK(alifornia), get ready to breathe free if you relocate to the intermountain west.
Idaho has higher taxes, but most folks there still wonder why gun racks don't decorate the back window of EVERY pickup they see on the road. CCI has a manufacturing facility up in Lewiston, I believe.
Wyoming is kind of like Alaska must be: lots of open space, and lots of folks with "don't tread on me" attitudes. Freedom Arms sure chose a beautiful spot near Afton to build their factory, just a few miles south of the Tetons.
Rugers builds guns near Prescott, Arizona, and LEOs and legislators "get" RKBA there. Can't beat that warm weather!
Bottom line, if you're used to the gun-phobia of New York, Maryland, Illinois, or the PRK(alifornia), get ready to breathe free if you relocate to the intermountain west.
Eh?
Washington does not allow class III. No SBR, no sawed off shotguns, no full autos. On top of that, Washington will charge you a massive yearly tax for firearms manufacturing, far and miles above what is required by the Federal government.
Washington is NOT firearm or firearm manufacturer friendly. I'm considering a move to Oregon or Idaho after my career aspirations crystallize.
This is quite untrue.reagansquad said:
Washington does not allow class III. No SBR, no sawed off shotguns, no full autos. On top of that, Washington will charge you a massive yearly tax for firearms manufacturing, far and miles above what is required by the Federal government.
Washington is NOT firearm or firearm manufacturer friendly. I'm considering a move to Oregon or Idaho after my career aspirations crystallize.
Matthew748
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Unless you want to go in business in a gun friendly state as a matter of principle (which is admirable), I am not sure how important it really is. Look at Illinois. Due to the corrupt influence of the northern part of the state, it cannot be considered gun friendly at all. This does not stop DSA, Springfield, and Armalite from operating successfully.
Northwest Indiana might not be a bad choice. Indiana meets the gun friendly requirement and the surrounding population should make finding qualified employees a lot easier.
Northwest Indiana might not be a bad choice. Indiana meets the gun friendly requirement and the surrounding population should make finding qualified employees a lot easier.
The Drew
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Take a Look at PA, we have what are called Keystone oppurtunity zones which exempt the businesses from taxes for a certain amount of time. We also are a pretty gun friendly state where there are no requirements for a CCW other than passing a background check.
The only "bad" thing is that the state police keep sales records of handguns... but there is no waiting period or anything like that.
The only "bad" thing is that the state police keep sales records of handguns... but there is no waiting period or anything like that.
El Tejon
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Indiana. Friendly business climate, help with start ups, outstanding location, and because of the heavy manufacturing base, very easy to find employees versed in metal working, gun friendly laws.
Old Dog
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Koobuh stated
- CPLs are shall-issue, for five year periods, relatively inexpensively with no training required;
- most law enforcement agencies here are quite pragmatic about gun issues and the cops are not spooked by armed citizens;
- even the media is a bit more understanding of gun-related issues and not quite so visibly anti-gun as is the norm in many states;
- There's no waiting periods for those with CPLs;
- there's no state registration requirements, no "FOIDs" or "gun-purchase authorization" or "firearms safety inspection certificate" required;
- Gun clubs are plentiful, as are indoor ranges;
- Gun lobbies and gun associations here are pro-active politically and highly visible;
- Aside from perhaps two or three major counties, the voter base tends to go pro-gun and conservative ...
You can always find something to bitch about in terms of the relative "unfriendliness" to gun-owners and gun issues in any state -- but don't try and say Washington is NOT firearm-friendly. Compared to most states, Washington is way ahead of the power curve. Sawed-off shotguns? Is this not a federal law? Class III? Would be nice, I'll grant you that. Firearms manufacturing? The tax system in place in this state affects far more industries than firearms manufacturing, and in the great scheme of things, of little import to the average gun-owner.
Some -- et moi -- would take issue with this statement. In terms of the average gun owner, Washington is a very firearms-friendly state.
- CPLs are shall-issue, for five year periods, relatively inexpensively with no training required;
- most law enforcement agencies here are quite pragmatic about gun issues and the cops are not spooked by armed citizens;
- even the media is a bit more understanding of gun-related issues and not quite so visibly anti-gun as is the norm in many states;
- There's no waiting periods for those with CPLs;
- there's no state registration requirements, no "FOIDs" or "gun-purchase authorization" or "firearms safety inspection certificate" required;
- Gun clubs are plentiful, as are indoor ranges;
- Gun lobbies and gun associations here are pro-active politically and highly visible;
- Aside from perhaps two or three major counties, the voter base tends to go pro-gun and conservative ...
You can always find something to bitch about in terms of the relative "unfriendliness" to gun-owners and gun issues in any state -- but don't try and say Washington is NOT firearm-friendly. Compared to most states, Washington is way ahead of the power curve. Sawed-off shotguns? Is this not a federal law? Class III? Would be nice, I'll grant you that. Firearms manufacturing? The tax system in place in this state affects far more industries than firearms manufacturing, and in the great scheme of things, of little import to the average gun-owner.
odysseus
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Just like parts of AZ, not all of Nevada is desert.
I believe Nevada is still one of the growing states in the union and it certainly is gun-friendly and without a state income tax. Makes it appealing. Just hope less left-wing type Californians don't move into it.
I believe Nevada is still one of the growing states in the union and it certainly is gun-friendly and without a state income tax. Makes it appealing. Just hope less left-wing type Californians don't move into it.
cbsbyte
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New Hampshire. Low taxes, very-gun friendly, skilled work force and close to major markets and distrubution points. Strum Ruger makes longarms, and Revolvers in Newport.
45Broomhandle
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BRADY CAMPAIGN WEBSITE IS A GOOD INDICATOR
The Brady Bunch spends a lot of money learning which states rank WORST in their minds regarding being gun friendly. This is being discussed on another THR forum at http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=170224
The author has the 2003 results listed in his posting so you don't have to go to another website unless you want to confirm the grades he's posted.
Remember, A+ would indicate an ANTI-GUN atmosphere and an F would indicate the most PRO-GUN. Insteresting. Check it out.
The Brady Bunch spends a lot of money learning which states rank WORST in their minds regarding being gun friendly. This is being discussed on another THR forum at http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=170224
The author has the 2003 results listed in his posting so you don't have to go to another website unless you want to confirm the grades he's posted.
Remember, A+ would indicate an ANTI-GUN atmosphere and an F would indicate the most PRO-GUN. Insteresting. Check it out.
stevelyn
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Linux&Gun Guy said:
Unfortunately, diety handbook thumping, do-gooders in the legislature intent on saving us from ourselves, have a bill pending recriminalizing marijuana possession as if the same policy worked before.
We even took another step toward the slippery slope when they passed a bill making seatbelts a primary offense.
Oh well, I have the discretion not to enforce either and I suspect Hell will host the Winter Olympics before I do.
No_Brakes23
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armoredman said:Arizona - lots of room out here. Only states more progun are Vermont and Alaska....
Both of which are separated from ConUS by "Enemy" territory, (Canada, New York, Jersey, etc.)
I am currently making a Map of Livable USA, (Based entirely on my own subjective standards.) After looking at Packing.org I was surprised to discover that Kansas and Iowa are completely off the list. They aren't Shall Issue. In fact, it looks like it is easier to get a CCW in California than Kansas.
It is sad not to include Vermont and New Hampshire, on my list, but I don't want to have to drive though occupied territory to visit other states.
It would be nice if there was a matrix breaking down the issues by state and how they rate, (Kinda like the Brady grade in reverse.) The info on Packing.org is helpful, but it doesn't tell me anything about EBR bans, supressors or classIII.
OR and WA seem to have some of the Pacific Beauty of Cali without the oppressive legislation, but OR's Ginny Burdick is like their own little Feinstein, and I worry that OR and WA are just a bit behind Cali.
As for manufacturing, I did notice that Nevada promotes itself as being very-small business friendly with regard to taxes and such.
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