Lol! I suspected this since reading the OP. Went there a couple times years back when I first moved to ATL. It just sounded similar to the bs they were shoveling back then. Buy that Tavor. But not there...
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Gun Store Employees...
- Thread starter JkEnder
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Someone at a large gun retailer that recently opened in the north atlanta market demonstrated their ability to not have a clue what they are doing with my coworker.
She and her husband decided they needed to get guns and training due to their neighborhood taking a turn for the worst. They headed to said retailer since they were the biggest place around. They ended up selling her an air weight Smith revolver. Now who recommends a super light gun to a new shooter who, plus she isn't a very big person. They also we kind enough to sign her up for a class, at the oldest dirtiest range I know of in that area. Needless to say after taking the class and not being able to control the gun and the range making her uncomfortable she probably will never shoot again. I offered to let her shoot a couple guns with better recoil and suggested several of the nicer ranges in the area but I think the damage is done.
But hey, the store got the sale, right?
She and her husband decided they needed to get guns and training due to their neighborhood taking a turn for the worst. They headed to said retailer since they were the biggest place around. They ended up selling her an air weight Smith revolver. Now who recommends a super light gun to a new shooter who, plus she isn't a very big person. They also we kind enough to sign her up for a class, at the oldest dirtiest range I know of in that area. Needless to say after taking the class and not being able to control the gun and the range making her uncomfortable she probably will never shoot again. I offered to let her shoot a couple guns with better recoil and suggested several of the nicer ranges in the area but I think the damage is done.
But hey, the store got the sale, right?
Being a salesman, and having many salesmen in my family (non firearms related), I'm a firm believer in knowing your product. If you don't know or love the product you sell, you won't have good word of mouth, or a good reputation amongst your customer base, and it will hurt you in the long run. You also have a duty to try to elevate and enlighten those that don't know the ins and outs, who aren't experts. That's why I don't go to some places that have been hinted at in this thread. Because as a salesman (former, but probably will be again), I sit back and listen.
But generally speaking, I research things exhaustively before even walking in a place, especially when it's a firearm. That way I don't need to pay any mind to the bs they are shoveling my way. I encourage first time buyers to talk to people that are in it for the fun, not the money.
But I can almost identify with some sales people being weary of the general public, and the ignorance that comes with it. It's easy to simply tell them whatever they want to hear, to keep it moving, and make a sale. Not the honorable thing to do, but you can only argue with a brick wall for so long before you snap a little bit
But generally speaking, I research things exhaustively before even walking in a place, especially when it's a firearm. That way I don't need to pay any mind to the bs they are shoveling my way. I encourage first time buyers to talk to people that are in it for the fun, not the money.
But I can almost identify with some sales people being weary of the general public, and the ignorance that comes with it. It's easy to simply tell them whatever they want to hear, to keep it moving, and make a sale. Not the honorable thing to do, but you can only argue with a brick wall for so long before you snap a little bit
I hate going to gun stores actually. Which is why I shop at the same dealers over and over again. If they cant get it, I don't buy it. I don't want to hear about your war stories or how this gun is better than that gun. I do my own research. If I wanted your opinion id ask.
Pfft honky please.Oh your going to get my opinion...whether you like it or not!
My favorite happened in an auto parts store in the 70's.... I asked for points and condenser for 71 Bronco " Does that have electronic igintion ? "
I tend to do my research before buying, but then, I am passionate about firearms. I like educating first time buyers and shooters about the sport, and have taken many first timers to the range. I think that getting new people into it does a lot more to win over the middle than any open carry AR 15 rally. I am almost tempted to take a part time job for minimum wage, just helping first time gun buyers select something that is right for THEM.
As with anything I purchase, that I am not 100% knowledgeable on, I will research about...Any concerns as to the product I will research and become totally knowledgeable about, before I will lay down the money..The web is your friend and with a wealth of fact and reviews to support your quest for knowledge.
Yeah, I am a firm believer that there are 2 ways for someone new buying a gun, depending on their intentions
The person who wants something for protection and nothing more - Get them to buy something full size, common and reliable. Glock, M&P, 3-4" 357, etc. Easy to shoot for the few times they do, nothing to break even with crappy ammo, can find ammo for it.
The person who wants to shoot - Stop them at the counter and direct them to the rental cabinet.
Both people need to go to a well lit, well ventilated and well staffed range for their first few times. Preferably with a mentor or instructor.
