Just got told my child is not allowed in the gun store

[Shovelheddrew]

Norwood Armory just met me at the door and informed me that my son was not allowed in the store. I have purchased firearms there before with him present. I am glad I waited to post this. He was very nice about it but I want my son to be with me doing man stuff. I am not really thrilled with his decision. Imagine the world in 40 years bringing your child in a gun store will be a hate crime. Dude it is your business and I respect that. I actually paid 50 bucks more for my last gun at your shop to support local business instead of going to Bass Pro which is the same distance from my house. Not a great way to treat repeat business. Once again that is your business. I also purchase my propane there. I am, once again, not thrilled. More bummed than mad.

 

[LoginName]

Did he at least state a reason for not allowing you to bring your son in?

 

[Knob Creek]

Why? Was he afraid your son was going to run amuck grabbing guns. I can still remember going to a "Sporting Goods" store with my grandfather and staring at all the guns and fishing rods. Then dreaming later all the wondrous things I could do with them.

 

[gasaman]

How old is your kid? Did he (shop owner) give you a reason? Has your kid behaved properly in the store?

 

[not new guy]

Was it just because guns? I wouldn't be mad either if so, but I also wouldn't ever be going back. I'd also make sure the owner knew that.

 

[enbloc]

Put a fedora on him and tell them he's a midget...

 

[Drix]

Seems a little odd. They're not my favorite shop but I don't see why this would be a problem unless unattended children have been an issue in the past. Is your kid under your direct control at all times? How old are they?

 

[Artifact]

OP, shop owner did the right thing, it is after all for the safety of children.


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[Brian5582]

That's sad, they are after all the future. I have bought several guns at First Defense with my 4y/o present.

 

[Shovelheddrew]

I think he said something about a gun falling on a kid. I was boiling at that point. Lost hearing and comprehension. He is 7

 

[PATRON]

Look at it this way,there are many other stores that will welcome you,and your son.

 

[not new guy]

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[Dean Crawford]

If you child does have a history of running amok in the store, then I support your decision as much as it is unfortunate for both parties, I have to admit I would do the same.

Dean

 

[Fixxah]

Maura's business model?

 

[trubs]

Maura's business model?

I was going to say, maybe a new directive from the AG?

 

[mbz4ever]

Kids at all ages under parent supervision are welcome at my shop.

 

[Dean Crawford]

OP, shop owner did the right thing, it is after all for the safety of children.

You forgot to put the sarcasm thingy, you know some forum members might believe you.

Dean

 

[not new guy]

Saying he's worried about a gun falling on a kid's head means that he doesn't have a reason except "because guns."

 

[Drix]

Kids at all ages under parent supervision are welcome at my shop.

Can confirm, my girlfriend has let me go to this shop multiple times.

 

[RHJJ]

If your son is well behaved, move on plenty of shops that will want your money.

 

[RDG]

I Bring my son/daughter with me all the time. I've never had a shop owner tell me my kid wasn't welcomed. That'd shop probably wouldn't get anymore of business.

 

[Jedhed]

I have so many good memories of me at kid at Reilly's wishing my paper route paid more....

 

[jdubois]

I've been bringing my boy with me to gun stores since he was three. Only time anybody has ever said anything to me was one owner who just told me to watch out because some young kid got himself stuck with a fish hook a few days before.

 

[CaseHardened]

Norwood Armory just met me at the door and informed me that my son was not allowed in the store. I have purchased firearms there before with him present. I am glad I waited to post this. He was very nice about it but I want my son to be with me doing man stuff. I am not really thrilled with his decision. Imagine the world in 40 years bringing your child in a gun store will be a hate crime. Dude it is your business and I respect that. I actually paid 50 bucks more for my last gun at your shop to support local business instead of going to Bass Pro which is the same distance from my house. Not a great way to treat repeat business. Once again that is your business. I also purchase my propane there. I am, once again, not thrilled. More bummed than mad.

I'd visit the shop again.

It may be a temporary thing.

If not, you'll be prepared to ask for a coherent explanation.

 

[Shovelheddrew]

It was odd. My little dude is amazing. Extremely well behaved. Don't know. Just sad it happened. I choose who I do business with. It is not just random. I like the shop and I like the owner. It is nothing personal that I am aware of.

 

[RHJJ]

The store is an advertiser on this site, hope he states his decision on this.

 

[CMEBoston]

My boy comes with me all the time too, although I haven't stepped foot in a gun shop in way to long... We used to go to Zero Hour weekly when Jim owned it just to hang out. My son would usually play with the dog lucky. I would not go back if k were you...

 

[oldguy68]

I take my son with me everytime I go to a gun shop.
Yeah, I know I will pay for anything he touches that he isn't supposed to.

Your a better man than I am!
If anyone ever told me what they told you.
I would have told him to politely take a flying fu_k on a rolling donut!

I'm glad you posted the shop.
One less assh_le gunshop owner to patronize!

 

[tk421991]

This is by and far one of the stupidest things I've heard from someone "on our side."

 

[MisterHappy]

My son (age ~12, and a winner of a few shooting trophies at that time) was given essentially the same treatment at a now-closed LGS. He was told that him handling a shotgun would be an "unlawful transfer."

Never went back, now they're gone. Karma.