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Sports South Offers Stability, Technology

As the nation’s oldest and largest firearms distributor, Sports South has gone far beyond basic dealer services. Through innovation and consistent management, this 178-year-old, fifth-generation family operation has earned a reputation as the most respected distributor in the firearms industry.
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Everyday Defense: He Should Have Taken the Beer Cooler

When a relationship ends, it’s usually wise to just let it end. However, some people can’t seem to do that and this story is one example of bad decisions leading to a justifiable shooting that ended in death.
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5 Things You Should Not Do the Week After SHOT Show

Coming home from SHOT Show with all kinds of ideas and new motivations is exciting but may overwhelm you. Instead of telling you what to do, our show veteran offers five things you shouldn’t do — specifically the week after SHOT Show ends.
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SHOT Show Success Is all About the Schedule

Decades of attendance at the SHOT Show have taught me a precise schedule is the key to focus, sanity, output and success. With a schedule, I’ll accomplish 90 percent of my goals — no one is perfect. Here’s a scheduling blueprint to keep you on track, save steps, maximize time and enhance productivity.

What to Know About Middle Tier Acquisition

If you deal with the United States government to provide goods or services through various contract vehicles, here's what you should know about middle tier acquistions.
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No Oxymoron: The Fun Side of Taxes

Taxes can be fun? Not exactly, but federal tax rules permit write-offs and deductions for a number of enjoyable activities, events and other expenditures. Here's what to know.
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Everyday Defense: Kick in a Door, Get Shot!

Two prison escapees thought they were going to make a clean break from a facility in a small southern town, but they kicked in the wrong door and faced the consequences.
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How To Offer a Discount at Your Gun Store Without Losing Money

How do you make sure your discount program isn't costing you profit? And how do you take advantage of discounts from your suppliers?
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Is Tactical Precision Shooting the 'Next Big Thing'?

Precision shooting requires skill, top quality equipment and dedication. Is this the next big thing in the tactical shooting sports industry?
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What We Know About Gun Shop Customers

Four basic types of shoppers come into your store. Here's how you sell to each one of them.
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2020 SHOT University Has Stellar Seminar Lineup

Each year the day before SHOT Show opens, NSSF hosts its premier educational event for firearms retailers and range owners: SHOT University. The forum holds something for all business owners in this sector of our industry.
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Range Report: Mossberg 590 Shockwave Laser Saddle

The Mossberg 590 Shockwave has been a rather interesting sales phenomenon for dealers around the country: a shorter shotgun-based firearm in a size format that doesn't require NFA paperwork. Here's a closer look.
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The Latest Tactical Gear Customers Want

Here are several items your tactical shooting sports customers will be asking about.