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October 11th, 2021, 10:38 PM #21
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October 12th, 2021, 08:11 AM #22Super Member
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Re: OAKS 3 Day Show OCT 15, 16, 17, 2021
absolutely. figure up high table rent, road tolls, gas, meals, van rental, hotel stay, and other associated costs and it literally comes to $1200 before I sell a single thing. other dealers spend more than me just to get there as well. most people think dealers just hop in a car and drive down to the show and sit there all weekend but I will be the first to tell you its a ton of work, its expensive, and sometimes it just isnt worth it when the public doesn't buy. all of this goes into the decisions of dealers when they decide to do a show. now throw into the mix the difficulty of getting stuff and you really start to question how many or which shows you can do. I get that its a disappointment to see some dealers not at a show or some covered up during slow show hours, etc. but being behind the table isnt easy either. lets hope things get better for everyone soon!
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October 12th, 2021, 08:50 AM #23
Re: OAKS 3 Day Show OCT 15, 16, 17, 2021
Gender confusion is a mental illness
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October 12th, 2021, 11:38 AM #24Super Member
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Re: OAKS 3 Day Show OCT 15, 16, 17, 2021
tell me about it! the bad thing is most dealers come in Friday morning to set up which creates big time unloading issues. its kind of like organized chaos at this show during setup and tear down. I love this show but man it beats us up! im actually packing for the show right now and bringing as much stuff as we can to make it worth the trip. see all of you folks there!!!
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October 12th, 2021, 01:56 PM #25Grand Member
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Re: OAKS 3 Day Show OCT 15, 16, 17, 2021
Same here. I'm still trying to sort out what all is going and how I'm going to fit it all in the van. I might have to get an extra table.
+1 to what Marines55 has stated per vendor costs and set-up and handling issues. It's part of the show circuit and we expect the difficulties as routine even though we could do without them. I like it when people tell me I should get a "Real Job". Gees! It's bad enough I'm in the shop 3-5 days a week + any gun shows I do.
As for show expenses: Again, we deal with those as best we can but depending on the show they can add up really quickly. Tables, fuel, turnpike trolls, hotels, and most importantly, good, reliable help. I don't even count meals as I figure I have to eat anyway. However I usually feed my crew at least lunch. Forgot about that one. And some people wonder why I sleep in my van or in the show venue when I can. The one good thing is my overhead at the shop is minimal. I helps offset the cost of doing shows.
Regardless, I hope to see as many of you there this weekend as possible. Travel safe all.
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October 13th, 2021, 09:23 PM #26Junior Member
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Re: OAKS 3 Day Show OCT 15, 16, 17, 2021
How is parking there?
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October 13th, 2021, 10:02 PM #27Super Member
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October 14th, 2021, 02:06 AM #28
Re: OAKS 3 Day Show OCT 15, 16, 17, 2021
I have a gun I was thinking of selling. I've never sold anything at a show before. Or bought anything for that matter. Is there a way I would go about doing it?
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October 14th, 2021, 06:54 AM #29Active Member
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Re: OAKS 3 Day Show OCT 15, 16, 17, 2021
Jay, Before you get to the show make sure the firearm is unloaded and the action is wired tied. It's your choice if you want to put it in a case but it's not required(I personally would case any handgun).
At the main entrance, there will be a table with two Leo's checking firearms but you really don't have to approach them(if you follow the above) unless you feel the need or they hale you over.
I've seen guys advertise with signs on their backs and in the muzzle of long guns, usually a stick with a sign on it.
For long guns you can sell face-to-face no FFL is needed as long as you're both PA residence and not prohibited(You might want to have a POS contract drawn up ahead of time just to recored who you sold the gun to). Handguns have to be sold through an FFL so you'll have to find a willing dealer to complete the transaction.
Good luck and I hope this helps,
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October 14th, 2021, 10:17 AM #30
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