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The
NSSF Association of Firearms Retailers is an organization
that is working to shape a brighter future for retailers by
helping you stay on top of critical issues that affect your
business today. This is a group created by retailers, for
retailers and will be governed by retailers. And we will provide
retailers with a unified voice in regulatory and legislative
affairs, appropriate support services and professional development
opportunities that effectively address today's challenges and
makes the most of the opportunities they present.
Benefits of Membership
Professional representation in Washington
Gaining a unified voice in Washington, D.C. begins with representation by the highly respected professionals in the NSSF Government Relations who know their way around Capitol Hill. In addition, the National Association of Firearms Retailers provides you direct input to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation's National Criminal Background Instant Check System (NICS) through regular quarterly meetings with these agencies.
Liability Insurance
As a member, you can take advantage of various types of insurance coverage
including General Liability, Product Insurance, Burglary and Theft. These products
are available to all members including retailers, commercial reloaders, distributors
and gunsmiths.
Legal Defense Network
To assist in a member's legal defense, your attorneys may consult the body
of legal research developed in defending the politically motivated lawsuits
filed against the industry. This information has been compiled at a cost of
millions of dollars but is available to you as a member at no charge.
Reduced Credit Card Transaction Fees
Through an agreement with our banking partners, members may qualify for a
reduced transaction fee on credit card sales. This program could save the average
member over $1,000 per year.
Continuing Education Seminars
We offer a wide variety of continuing educational seminars for retailers,
including advanced selling skills, sales and inventory performance, occasional
firearms importing, retailer security solutions and risk management.
Media Training & Consulting
We will make professional media training and consulting available to assist
members in presenting a positive and professional image of firearms retailers.
Workshops will be held in conjunction with state firearms retailers organizations
and industry trade shows.
E-mail and Fax Alerts
Our e-mail and fax alerts keep members informed about the latest regulatory and legal initiatives and breaking industry news. Membership also includes a subscription to the Association newsletter and Bullet Points, the National Shooting Sports Foundation's weekly e-newsletter.
Federal Express Shipping
Members are eligible to receive substantial discounts on FedEx ground and
overnight shipments, including shipments of all firearms.
The Staples Business Advantage
The NSSF has partnered with Staples Business Advantage, the leading small business office supply company, to leverage the buying power of nearly 2,000 NSSF members. That buying power means BIG savings for NSSF members. Staples Business Advantage provides NSSF members with the convenience of ordering on-line and free next day delivery right to your door.
State Affiliate program
We will assist members to establish state firearms retailer associations to
address state and local issues.
Retailer Library
Members may borrow book and video titles from the Professional Development
Library at no cost.
NSSF Original Outdoor Challenge Ad Campaign
NSSF provides members with affordable 30-second, high-quality TV commercials
that are helping to recruit more people to hunting and the shooting sports,
specifically younger participants of adventure sports. The result --- more
customers for retailers and ranges.
Video Services
Members are eligible for complimentary copies of videos such as NICS OverviewSM,
Firearms Safety Depends on YouSM and Don't Lie For The Other GuySM.
Smoke the Burglars OutTM with Flashfog
Professional burglary, particularly smash-and-grab thefts, is one of the most
serious threats firearm retailers face today. Flashfog is a revolutionary solution
that deploys an extremely dense smoke, making it impossible for criminals to
steal. This system is recommended by police and insurers. Members of the NSSF
Association of Firearms Retailers will receive generous custom-priced
discounts on the purchase of this system.
Shaping the future today
Take an active role in shaping the future of the firearms industry, your future, by joining the National Association of Firearms Retailers. Nominal dues are based on the size of your business.
Become a Member
Apply
Online
Membership Application
Or, for more information, contact:
NSSF Association of Firearms Retailers
11 Mile Hill Rd.
Newtown, CT 06470
telephone (203) 426-1320
fax (203) 426-1087
nafr@nssf.org
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