What's Driving the Continued Skyrocketing Gun Sales?

Columbia Conservative Examiner ^ | June 18, 2009 | Anthony G. Martin

[Welshman007]

The boom in gun sales that began last October shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, the statistics show that background checks for those seeking to purchase firearms are way up over last year. What, exactly, is driving this continued push by Americans to buy guns in record numbers?

[MarineBrat]

[greatdefender]

Just look who is running the country & you’ll find your answer

[Zeddicus]

Well, I think gun sales are are leveling off a bit, either that or supply is catching up. Last time I was in my local shop, there was a surprising number of Evil Black Rifles on the rack, and the pistol cases were pretty full.

I still can't get any frickin' 9mm ammo though. Argh!!!

[rstark56]

I think that its still a non-trust of the current political situation and gun control. Still I think people are thinking of survivalist skils LIKE HUNTING!!!!!!! Check out the NRA web site and see how many people are taking hunting courses. Its amazing!

[Vendome]

Go to indoor ranges. They make their money selling lane rentals and ammunition. If they didn’t have ammunition their business would suffer tremendously. They have ammo for sale and at reasonable prices.

[Carley]

The second amendment makes it clear who the citizenry ought to be armed against.

[perfect_rovian_storm]

It’s the same reason that the sales of non-hybrid seeds are so big. The same reasons that people are keeping chickens in the back yards of their city residences. The same reason that people are storing food. The same reason for the sudden explosion in gardening.

People may not admit it, but instinctively, they know that bad things are coming.

[clamper1797]

[KSCITYBOY]

The coming revolution.

[rahbert]

second that. true here in Ogden UT.

[Let's Roll]

LOL!!

That was great!

[Nachum]

Man, I am in the wrong business.

[danamco]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEnaAZrYqQI

Here is the undeniable answer!!!

[AEMILIUS PAULUS]

We all know what is coming. We wish to have some opportunity to protect our families against the marauding disciples of The Divine One.

[Voice of Reason88]

I’ve seen the same thing lately, perhaps it would a good idea for some to get one or two Patrol Rifles while they still can – at least maybe pick up a lower receiver or two...

[Centurion2000]

It’s the same reason that the sales of non-hybrid seeds are so big. The same reasons that people are keeping chickens in the back yards of their city residences. The same reason that people are storing food. The same reason for the sudden explosion in gardening.

People may not admit it, but instinctively, they know that bad things are coming.

Same reason I just bought a breadmaker in order to learn the art. And WOW homemade bread is so much better than storebought.

[Secret Agent Man]

Boy Scout motto. That’s why.

[mr_hammer]

“People may not admit it, but instinctively, they know that bad things are coming.”

...or there is a distinct possibility of trouble to come.