Shotshow 2012

[freezingduck]

I didn't know where to put this tread so i tried here...

For the last 3 years I have stayed up all night looking all over the internet for the latest news during the shotshow.

being a huge firearms fan, collector and shooter, I have a big problem.

Everytime i buy a new gun or gear I can only read about it online before i order it, since there isn't that many people that own or stores that have the different models for me to look at.

So this year I am planning to fly in from Norway to attend shotshow, but of course there is one big problem.

As far as I understand there is restricted access to the expo, so my question is...

Does anyone know how to get access to shotshow???

Is there any companys out there that is willing to help out a guy spending all his hard earned cash to travel to Shotshow with an access card???

 

[kthomas]

Re: Shotshow 2012

The only thing I can think of is to develop a friendly relationship with one of the vendors. Then, come Shotshow time, hopefully you will be able to help out the vendor with setting up, packing, etc. They aren't just going to send an invitation to you, you are probably going to have to pry to find out if they need any help. If the answer is yes, you can offer your services.

Not sure how easy that will be, as most vendors will probably have a bunch of help lined up already. Most of it will come down to raw luck. And honestly, due to the issues they've been having at the last few shows with attendance from people who shouldn't be there, you probably need to be an employee of an exhibitor to get in. So it might not even be possible to get in unless you actually work for a vendor that is attending.

Good luck!

 

[freezingduck]

Re: Shotshow 2012

Thank you, I have a firearms importer here in Norway, I will ask him if he is going, and if he would give me temporary employment...

 

[greyson]

Re: Shotshow 2012

That is your best bet. Most "gun shops" brings tons of friends who really don't work in the business. I would guess almost 30% of the people at SHOT don't actually "need" to be there.

But these same guys are also the most rabid customers. So...it's perspective. IMO anyway.

Regards,
Greyson

 

[slowkota]

Re: Shotshow 2012

Just fake it, 'til you make it!!!

lol...

Thats how I got my all access pass into the SEMA show a few years back!

 

[Sportin Wood]

Re: Shotshow 2012

My brother in law works for a smith up here, and I get to go as a guest with him... SHOT 2011 was a blast. A lot of walking, but well worth it. Spent WAY too much money though....

 

[dogman]

Re: Shotshow 2012

Even if your firearm importer is not going, just ask if you can register as his rep...really not a big deal.