Springfield Armory & Rock River Arms SOLD US OUT!

[eagleclaw]

I have been reading about this on mant sites. Many people are saying they are going to sell their M1A's. Haven't seen a single one put up for sale yet.

I don’t see how a current owner selling a M1A or any other of their products is going to hurt the company. If a current owner does sell a Springfield firearm because of what the company did, the new owners might want more magazines and other accessories that may potentially give Springfield more business.

[RockIsland]

Or, you follow Magpul's example and tell the legislature that if they pass this ridiculous legislation then the state will no longer enjoy the taxes they generate as they'll be finding a gun friendly state to operate in.

That would of course be ideal but I'd bet it was an easier move for Magpul than it would be for SA.

I don't understand why gun companies would stay in red commie states like NJ, MA, CT, and IL to begin with.

BTW, how many here still buy S&W and Colts, and what twisted logic do you use to justify it?

[arjohnson]

That would of course be ideal but I'd bet it was an easier move for Magpul than it would be for SA.

I don't understand why gun companies would stay in red commie states like NJ, MA, CT, and IL to begin with.

BTW, how many here still buy S&W and Colts, and what twisted logic do you use to justify it?

Throw Ruger in there as well.

[Yoder]

I'll buy any Springfield or RRA guns for $1. It will cost me more than that to dispose of them properly.

[john9001]

If you want better laws elect better politicitions.

And I don't mean perfect politicitions, just better.

[Marcus99]

Anyone wanting to sell those M1A's or even a 1911...I'm your guy

[libertyof76]

Or it could be that it is going to pass regardless and that taking a deal is the only way to protect their employees and the dealer network they support. Think about it, if their options are to pull support and be exempt or take a heavy hit to their business then they are going to pull the support. After all they have customers in 40+ other states to consider and you can't fight for our rights if your too busy fighting to keep your business open.

Except it was NOT going to pass regardless. They gave the cover it needed to pass. Besides, even if it was, then you move your company. The end goal of the people writing this type of legislation is to put your company out of business. Throwing your customers under the bus to sort of (but not really) protect your employees and business is a lose-lose game. You'll lose your business either because customers hate your company or because the anti-gunners put you out of business.

[Gunsnwater]

Yep. I've been picking up on more and more "fake news" ( getting tired of that phrase" ) on this side as well

Lets call it what it is then. Propaganda.

[libertyof76]

Before anyone starts selling their items off The truth about guns has gotten a lot of shit incorrect in the past in their race to be the 1st to post it. I would try and verify it with another source or two before making a solid opinion.

There have been plenty of sources besides them:

http://illinoiscarry.com/forum/index...c=65557&page=3

https://www.nraila.org/articles/2017...bills-tomorrow

http://www.ar15.com/forums/t_1_5/198...ge=5#i65825354 (swanhunter is heavily involved in the IL gun law scene)

And also based on Springfield's non-denial statement, it seems true.

[Gunsnwater]

Specifically, withdrawing their opposition to the bill in exchange for a manufacturer exemption. That is them saying "as long as it doesn't directly affect our company, we don't care what you do to our customers."

Predicted in The Law 1860 or so.