Current market trends concerning firearms and ammo

Ram Rod · November 11th, 2008, 09:30 PM

Okay...here we go. In response to the 'people effect', (my term for the thread 'The Obama Effect'), I was wondering very seriously. Does anyone think that given the current panic buying mode some of the nation is in, that there is the remote possibility that manufacturers of arms and manufacturers of ammunition will be cutting corners, running products past QA, and getting sub standard products out the door to keep up with or meet current demands? I know....I'm probably the only one to think up such a crazy idea right? Just come out and tell me then. Do you think sub standard products will fill the market in light of the current demand in order for manufacturers to keep up and make profits?

Rock and Glock · November 11th, 2008, 09:48 PM

I didn't vote, but the solid, good reputation manufacturers, I'd guess will jack up production, but not at the expense of a drop in quality. QC is too easy to not do if the system is already in place.

The lower quality folks might well ignore the QC matter (if they don't already) anyway, and just ramp up the lines to pump out more junk.

The biggest risk might be the part suppliers that provide parts to the industry players that do not have all parts done in-house?

Happy customers are good customers. unhappy customers cost a lot of money.

Just my $.05

GWRedDragon · November 11th, 2008, 09:54 PM

I love the unbiased selection of possible answers to this poll.

Stick with the name brands and everything will be fine...Glock, Sig, S&W, Bushmaster, etc are not going to ruin their reputations by making substandard products. It would cost them way more in the long run. Reputation for quality is HUGE in firearms...that should say it all.

How many people do you know that when asked what the best handgun is would answer Hi-Point?

Imagine for a minute that someone like Glock decided to start churning out crappy products to meet demand.

The next thing you know, you'd be hearing stories like "Police officer dies after Glock fails to fire". After a few of those, nobody would buy one.

View Poll Results: Sub standard products to flood the market in the future?
I think it's possible to see sub standard pruducts as manufacturers try to keep up with current demands	11	68.75%
How would you think about such a thing....the manufacturers care more about the end user than their profits	3	18.75%
You're too open minded for this forum...shame on you for your thinking	1	6.25%
You really are crazy aren't you? I never believed them until now.	1	6.25%
Voters: 16. You may not vote on this poll

November 11th, 2008, 09:30 PM	#1
Ram Rod VIP Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: in the Glock state of mind Posts: 10,035	Current market trends concerning firearms and ammo Okay...here we go. In response to the 'people effect', (my term for the thread 'The Obama Effect'), I was wondering very seriously. Does anyone think that given the current panic buying mode some of the nation is in, that there is the remote possibility that manufacturers of arms and manufacturers of ammunition will be cutting corners, running products past QA, and getting sub standard products out the door to keep up with or meet current demands? I know....I'm probably the only one to think up such a crazy idea right? Just come out and tell me then. Do you think sub standard products will fill the market in light of the current demand in order for manufacturers to keep up and make profits? __________________ RamRod-----sans remords live, eat, breathe, sleep Glock In Glock we trust.

November 11th, 2008, 09:48 PM	#2
Rock and Glock VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Colorado at 9,500' Posts: 4,821	I didn't vote, but the solid, good reputation manufacturers, I'd guess will jack up production, but not at the expense of a drop in quality. QC is too easy to not do if the system is already in place. The lower quality folks might well ignore the QC matter (if they don't already) anyway, and just ramp up the lines to pump out more junk. The biggest risk might be the part suppliers that provide parts to the industry players that do not have all parts done in-house? Happy customers are good customers. unhappy customers cost a lot of money. Just my $.05 __________________ Richard NRA Life Member *"Carry the battle to them. Don't let them bring it to you. Put them on the defensive and don't ever apologize for anything."* Harry S. Truman

November 11th, 2008, 09:54 PM	#3
GWRedDragon Distinguished Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 1,337	I love the unbiased selection of possible answers to this poll. Stick with the name brands and everything will be fine...Glock, Sig, S&W, Bushmaster, etc are not going to ruin their reputations by making substandard products. It would cost them way more in the long run. Reputation for quality is HUGE in firearms...that should say it all. How many people do you know that when asked what the best handgun is would answer Hi-Point? Imagine for a minute that someone like Glock decided to start churning out crappy products to meet demand. The next thing you know, you'd be hearing stories like "Police officer dies after Glock fails to fire". After a few of those, nobody would buy one. __________________ "Trust in God with hand on sword" -Inscription on my family's coat of arms from medieval England NOTE: I am not an expert. If I ever start acting like a know-it-all, please call me on it immediately.

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