Posted on 02/15/2013 8:29:26 AM PST by Para-Ord.45
Firearm manufacturer Olympic Arms announced that they will no longer sell to New York law enforcement in protest of the gun control laws recently passed there.
“Legislation recently passed in the State of New York outlaws the AR15 and many other firearms, and will make it illegal for the good and free citizens of New York to own a large selection of legal and safe firearms and magazines. We feel as though the passage of this legislation exceeds the authority granted to the government of New York by its citizens, and violates the Constitution of the United States, ignoring such SCOTUS rulings as District of Columbia v. Heller — 554, U.S. 570 of 2008, McDonald v. Chicago — 561 U.S. 3025 of 2010, and specifically the case of United States v. Miller — 307 U.S. 174 of 1939.”
“Due the passing of this legislation, Olympic Arms would like to announce that the State of New York, any Law Enforcement Departments, Law Enforcement Officers, First Responders within the State of New York, or any New York State government entity or employee of such an entity — will no longer be served as customers.”
“In short, Olympic Arms will no longer be doing business with the State of New York or any governmental entity or employee of such governmental entity within the State of New York — henceforth and until such legislation is repealed, and an apology made to the good people of the State of New York and the American people.”
They’re really taking it to the government of New York. This follows a similar statement from LaRue Tactical announcing that they will not sell to any local or state law enforcement agencies while gun control legislation is being considered.
We interviewed Tom Spithaler of Olympic Arms at SHOT Show this year, and based on that interview, we’re not totally surprised about this new policy.(video at link)
Olympic Arms and LaRue Tactical are not alone. Extreme Firepower Inc, Templar Custom and York Arms have also thumbed their nose at gun control and are halting some or all of their sales to government agencies.
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In this gun-hostile environment, if I were a gun manufacturer and I got an RFQ for guns, ammo, or accessories. I’d respond back with the factory MSRP Plus 50% if it were to a government entity like the Federal Government or a very blue state. For places like NY, I’d no bid and refuse any orders. Screw them.
Us civilians out here are ready to buy all of what they make. Looks like there is some very real preparation going on here. It’s beginning to look like the gun grabbers have opened up a big can of sh!t.
Texas will pay them to move, lock, stock and barrel. No income tax, no worries about any state interference.
Welcome to Texas too, S&W. Call Rick Perry for information on how to get paid to move.
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