A Sign of the Times

[Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933]

Was over at my local Sportsman's Warehouse a couple of days ago and they were removing some gun racks and putting up shelves.   I asked what they were doing and was told they have been losing thousands of dollars in ammunition every month.  So they were having to move the premium ammunition behind the counter to help cut down on theft.  Like pretty much every other retailer in the country they are not allowed to confront criminals.  Hell you go to Walgreens or CVS and at least half the merchandise is in locked cases.  It is a sad thing that if a shop owner defends their property it is the owners that are going to jail and not the thieves.

 

[Stump Water]

At some grocery stores here they have shampoo locked up.  Depends on the neighborhood.

[Texas Jack Black]

 Cabelas has also put all ammo behind locked plexi. cases at some stores I visit.

[Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933]

I just got back from my local Cabelas and they put all the ammunition into a U shaped island.  Only one way in or out.  I did pick up some Remington #10 caps.

[Smokin Gator SASS #29736]

Local Walmart had the mens underwear locked up. 

[Dr. Zook]

2 hours ago, Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933 said:

I just got back from my local Cabelas and they put all the ammunition into a U shaped island.  Only one way in or out.  I did pick up some Remington #10 caps.

Should just move it all up to where the bargain cave is now... & rename it "GoldMine" instead....

[Dr. Zook]

4 hours ago, Stump Water said:

At some grocery stores here they have shampoo locked up.  Depends on the neighborhood.

Barbisol shaving cream was behind the counter at Walmart, razors need a key to unlock the case (waiting for an escort to the register next)...lol

 

[Dr. Zook]

33 minutes ago, Smokin Gator SASS #29736 said:

Local Walmart had the mens underwear locked up. 

Same here, but "boulder holders/sling shots" were still free range...lol

[Marauder SASS #13056]

One political party calls that "progress." 

[Imis Twohofon,SASS # 46646]

Just label it as "Work Permits" that will cut way down on pilferage.

 

Imis

[Smokin Gator SASS #29736]

35 minutes ago, Imis Twohofon,SASS # 46646 said:

Just label it as "Work Permits" that will cut way down on pilferage.

 

Imis

 

Yes. The work boots are prominently displayed in the open. 

[Navy Davey]

8 hours ago, Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933 said:

I just got back from my local Cabelas and they put all the ammunition into a U shaped island.  Only one way in or out.  I did pick up some Remington #10 caps.

What was the price?

[Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933]

Are you sitting down?  $12.99.  $11.70 with military discount.

[Rough 'N Ready Rob]

Been to Home Depot lately, everything is locked up, maybe not the shovels they would have to work with them. Yes they walk you to the register.

  I guess that's the new way when you can steal up to a $1,000 and not be put in the slamer. We're paying for it.

It's sad.

[Fretless]

On 6/19/2024 at 7:44 PM, Marauder SASS #13056 said:

One political part calls that "progress." 

That's just ignorant.  This has nothing to do with politics, and nobody thinks making it harder, and more labor intensive, to run a business is progress.

[Texas Jack Black]

 This is only the beginning.

 Plan ahead and keep large supplies on hand .

Nov. will be Chaotic no matter who wins. IMHO

[Cholla]

Many places I shop have the ammo out of reach. CAL Ranch is a biggie. I think they get tired of folks opening the boxes and ruining the flaps. Sportsman's Warehouse is one of the few chains that still has it out for all to touch.

[Marauder SASS #13056]

5 hours ago, Fretless said:

That's just ignorant.  This has nothing to do with politics, and nobody thinks making it harder, and more labor intensive, to run a business is progress.

If you don't want someone to get your goat, don't tell them where it's tied.

[Blackwater 53393]

7 hours ago, Fretless said:

That's just ignorant.  This has nothing to do with politics, and nobody thinks making it harder, and more labor intensive, to run a business is progress.

It has EVERYTHING to do with politics!!  Especially the new “progressive” politics!!  When the politicians that infest the legal system refuse to prosecute those who steal and retail companies are forced by insurance companies to prevent their employees from taking measures to prevent theft, while those same politicians cut spending and attack law enforcement, it’s for damned sure political!!

[German Jim]

On 6/19/2024 at 8:53 AM, Larsen E. Pettifogger, SASS #32933 said:

 Like pretty much every other retailer in the country they are not allowed to confront criminals.  Hell you go to Walgreens or CVS and at least half the merchandise is in locked cases.  It is a sad thing that if a shop owner defends their property it is the owners that are going to jail and not the thieves.

You know what they say.  What starts in California eventually spreads throughout the country.

[Fretless]

7 hours ago, Marauder SASS #13056 said:

If you don't want someone to get your goat, don't tell them where it's tied.

Good advice.  I generally don't engage with folks' arbitrary political commentary, but I was in a mood this morning.

[Ozark Huckleberry]

Interesting how quickly the veneer of civilization peels away when the risk/reward is adjusted to the criminal's benefit.

[Rye Miles #13621]

21 hours ago, Fretless said:

That's just ignorant.  This has nothing to do with politics, and nobody thinks making it harder, and more labor intensive, to run a business is progress.

I think Marauder meant “progressive policies “you know like under $1000 and no jail, also cashless bail etc. These are progressive liberal policies which is not progress at all!