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CCW Methods & Issues => No Carry Locations => Topic started by: oldgraygeek on May 06, 2014, 12:39:48 AM

Title: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: oldgraygeek on May 06, 2014, 12:39:48 AM
Only one thing, but it's a big one.

The "Brandywine Grille" was a huge disappointment: they had some mediocre sliced bison & elk sandwiches, but no wild game bratwurst. We used to plan trips to Oklahoma around stopping at the Cabela's in Wheeling WV for bison brats at lunchtime.
Their ammo selection was better than Dicks (but whose isn't?).
The handguns? Meh. They do have a Glock 41 in stock, which I did fondle, but it was at full retail price. Even if it wasn't, I'd much rather take my business down to Chris in Middletown... but I knew that before I walked in.

But, they have a sign at the door that says you need to check your firearms on the way in... except for concealed carry permit holders who are planning to keep it concealed.
At least they got that right.

I'll keep buying my guns at Federal Firearms, but I'm sure Cabela's will end up selling us clothing.
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Federal Firearm on May 06, 2014, 10:24:07 AM
Thank you sir for the kind words.... ;).....You are always welcome at my place....
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: JKRight on May 06, 2014, 12:14:30 PM
I went for the first time yesterday and saw that sign as I walked in.  Almost turned around, but read all the way through as saw the CCW part.  I had never been to a Cabela's before and really liked it.  I will also only be working with Chris for firearm purchases, I barely even browsed their selection yesterday.  I did spend some time in the ammo aisles and found some CCI .17 hollow points for my friend.  He said he has not been able to find them in so long, he was thinking about abandoning his favorite rifle.
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Bullpup on May 07, 2014, 12:58:07 AM
At least they got that right.

I'm not sure I'd say they "got that right", especially in a State where open carry is legal and it costs $400-500.00 to get a concealed carry permit.  But I guess it's better than a "gun-free-zone" sign!
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: firststatefirearms on May 07, 2014, 06:13:21 AM
I have seen people open carry at the Delaware Cabela's.  I do believe store policy is to allow both open carry and concealed carry.
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Cbmarine on May 07, 2014, 04:53:31 PM
I have seen people open carry at the Delaware Cabela's.  I do believe store policy is to allow both open carry and concealed carry.
The sign in the store foyer flanked by two employees says:
-------------------
ATTENTION
Firearms Check-In Station
We care about your safety
Please check in firearms here
brought in for service, fitting, or trade.

This does not apply to
concealed-carry permit holders who
intend to keep their firearms concealed.
--------------------

I heard second-hand that they allowed DE residents to OC.
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Condition 1 on May 07, 2014, 07:08:17 PM
The sign at the door explicitly say they allow CC, nothing about OC. I have no problems with that at all. The store is awesome.
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Bullpup on May 07, 2014, 11:05:56 PM
Oh, I misunderstood.  I thought the sign was specifically prohibiting open carry.
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Condition 1 on May 08, 2014, 12:07:17 AM
Oh, I misunderstood.  I thought the sign was specifically prohibiting open carry.

it may be
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: oldgraygeek on May 08, 2014, 01:42:56 AM
I also interpret that sign as banning open carry in the store.
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Adrenolin on May 08, 2014, 02:44:58 AM
The sign in the store foyer flanked by two employees says:
-------------------
ATTENTION
Firearms Check-In Station
We care about your safety
Please check in firearms here
brought in for service, fitting, or trade.


This does not apply to
concealed-carry permit holders who
intend to keep their firearms concealed.
--------------------

I heard second-hand that they allowed DE residents to OC.

I read this as a check-in location "Firearms Check-In Station" for firearms being brought it for service, fitting or trade. They are concerned about their customers safety in that they don't want someone bringing in a firearm which will be handled that could still be loaded.  ;D If a CCDW permit holder all is good and OC doesn't need to be in print since its state legal already.  :D

Thats how I read it anyways. Now that said.. I've long since stopped looking at signs on store fronts since they do not apply to me anyways. ;)
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Cbmarine on May 08, 2014, 02:47:21 AM
Several of the deloc crew have OC'd in Cabelas since it opened.  They have been asked to keep their firearm holstered.
 http://deloc.org/forums/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=9638&start=0
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Adrenolin on May 08, 2014, 02:50:14 AM
So my interpretation would be correct in that handled weapons need to be checked in at their "Firearms Check-In Station" and holstered weapons are ok. Really for a department store, which they are, this is not a bad thing IMO. Way to many people out there don't follow firearm safety rules and accidents do happen.
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: mrjam2jab on May 08, 2014, 04:09:35 AM
I also interpret that sign as banning open carry in the store.

They allow for whatever the law is in the state that particular store is in.  OC or CC is perfectly fine.
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: JOET on May 09, 2014, 01:40:45 AM
FederalFireamrs will always be my choice...
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Federal Firearm on May 09, 2014, 02:57:43 AM
thank you Joe......
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Clarence on May 09, 2014, 09:59:45 PM
Several of the deloc crew have OC'd in Cabelas since it opened.  They have been asked to keep their firearm holstered.
 http://deloc.org/forums/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=9638&start=0

Good to know.  I was a little put off by the language that said to keep it concealed.   
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: mrjam2jab on May 11, 2014, 12:49:37 PM

Good to know.  I was a little put off by the language that said to keep it concealed.   

It's really a generic sign that they use at all of their stores. 
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: Adrenolin on May 13, 2014, 02:11:17 AM
I spoke to one of the guards about it the other day when I was in for the first time. He said the sign had been mentioned by more then a few people regarding the wording and he agreed it wasn't clear. He did say he generally didn't stop anyone from OCing as long as the handgun was secured in a holster but store management didn't want anyone OCing long guns coming in. You'll be asked to leave it in your vehicle unless you have a reason for bring it in. It will be inspected and unloaded before they allow it to pass. They do want to inspect any firearm which comes in that will be handled openly in store by guests or staff.. mostly to ensure they are unloaded.

Was back in that area today and stopped in again to pickup a new Tilley Hat for myself and a new youth camping chair for my son. I noticed 2 separate individuals OCing a handgun inside the store.
Title: Re: Cabela's got ONE thing right...
Post by: moongoose26 on May 20, 2014, 03:05:25 PM
I was there Sunday and noticed one gentleman OC'ing nobody was paying any extra attention to him at all which is good nowadays.