What's in store for Gander Mountain

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Mr. Glock
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Re: What's in store for Gander Mountain

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Camping World - who bought GM after the liquidators- is an RV shop that wanted the GM boat division. Combine that with the lull in gun sales, I wouldn't see them investing in the shooting side of the business. Maybe on the hunting side, to match up with fishing, birdwatching and whatever else. I wouldnt be surprised if handguns and MSRs went away totally.

I'll bet they play with the format for awhile, then either go more national (if they find a format) or close them (if they don't) or sell them off. Not much room for a 50 store chain in today's retail marketplace, not big enough to compete but too big to be local.
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Re: What's in store for Gander Mountain

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Add to that, the hassle of jumping through the hoops to get and keep a federal firearms license.
Quit worrying, hide your gun well, shut up, and CARRY that handgun!

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