I do the bulk of my shopping on line, be it shoes, clothes or cars - I really do avoid stepping into any retail store where possible. Having said that, I sometimes (quite often actually) pay the price in ending up with something that needs returning.... Firstly, a disclaimer - I hold a gun licence, and own a few guns - a couple off 22's for possums, and a couple of shotguns for clays off the boat. I'd love the opportunity to buy guns or ammunition online (without any hassle) BUT I'd be very worried if anyone (everyone) else could. By and large, the present system, especially the "revised system, works well in keeping honest people honest. We're blessed with a general populace who are largely "gun free" although according to Greg O'Conner from the Police Association (a man I respect), this situation is worsening. His view is that criminals have no problem accessing firearms, so the law really provides no safeguard. The "Sting" carried out by TV3 has proven shortcomings in the system, and although Gun City are an extremely successful and reputable, family owned business who take their responsibilities very seriously, they have been made to play the villain. Perhaps Mr Tibble, owner of Gun City (a man worthy of great respect) should have sought counsel before threatening private prosecution of those from TV3. In his position I'd be more inclined to be looking at faults within my organisation, and how best to work within the Law, rather than pointing the finger at others... The people at TV3 broke a number of laws in making Gun City scapegoats, and this will almost certainly have consequences. The winners - perhaps sensationalist journalists leading to a spike in ratings and reputation, but nothing compared to what the lawyers will make from the fallout The Losers - everyone (except the lawyers Comments are closed.
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Don MalcolmA perfect day involves being on my Harley with a long ride ahead.
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