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hop2it

OGC, not too shabby!
« on: November 18, 2013, 12:04:17 AM »
With the exception of the manager embarrassing his employes, I felt like I was in mainland gun store!

The "tacticool" store in the front of the gun shop was nice as well.

Too bad they did not have an indoor range like the one near the mall.

Some of the employees look like former military folks.

Nice shop overall!

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dogman

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #1 on: November 18, 2013, 05:22:37 AM »
Quote from: hop2it on November 18, 2013, 12:04:17 AM
With the exception of the manager embarrassing his employes


I agree, cut Gus some slack, he's very helpful, like all their salesmen
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Darmok and Jalad @Tanagra

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #2 on: November 18, 2013, 08:37:21 AM »
Quote from: hop2it on November 18, 2013, 12:04:17 AM
With the exception of the manager embarrassing his employes, I felt like I was in mainland gun store!

The "tacticool" store in the front of the gun shop was nice as well.

Too bad they did not have an indoor range like the one near the mall.

Some of the employees look like former military folks.

Nice shop overall!

I have a feeling at this stage, if Carter DIDN'T give all  his employees grief, they would think he didn't like them anymore!

Yes, it is embarrassing to ME to hear some of the comments, but I'm kinda sensitive, witnessing someone dressed down in front of customers.  I'll get over it!   >:D
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scubaru

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #3 on: November 18, 2013, 08:51:26 AM »
Guns are serious shit. I'd expect to get dressed down if i f'd up somehow.
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ren

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #4 on: November 18, 2013, 10:12:11 AM »
I have had good experiences. Fair and upfront.
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survivorman

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #5 on: November 18, 2013, 10:28:19 AM »
Quote from: hop2it on November 18, 2013, 12:04:17 AM
With the exception of the manager embarrassing his employes, I felt like I was in mainland gun store!
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Not sure what that means, but I've been in a lot of mainland gun shops and they have more than their share of boneheads.
In fact several we downright hillbilly creepy.  Most (not all) of the shops here are pretty good.
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survivorman

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #6 on: November 18, 2013, 10:32:58 AM »
Quote from: hop2it on November 18, 2013, 12:04:17 AM
With the exception of the manager embarrassing his employes, I felt like I was in mainland gun store!


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Not sure what that means, but I've been in a lot of mainland gun shops and they have more than their share of boneheads.
In fact several we downright hillbilly creepy.  Most (not all) of the shops here are pretty good. 

Sorry for the messed up quote
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hop2it

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #7 on: November 18, 2013, 12:24:42 PM »
Quote from: survivorman on November 18, 2013, 10:32:58 AM
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Not sure what that means, but I've been in a lot of mainland gun shops and they have more than their share of boneheads.
In fact several we downright hillbilly creepy.  Most (not all) of the shops here are pretty good. 

Sorry for the messed up quote

I should have been more specific.  It was like walking into Cabella's, Scottsdale Gun Club, or GT Distributors. Good solid products, the shop was clean, and no windows (privacy). No, I am not referring to "hillbilly" junction gun stores in located in the South. LOL
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hop2it

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #8 on: November 18, 2013, 12:27:10 PM »
Quote from: scubaru on November 18, 2013, 08:51:26 AM
Guns are serious shit. I'd expect to get dressed down if i f'd up somehow.

Well, guns are just tools.  Your mindset and how you react under stress is serious shit!
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hop2it

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #9 on: November 18, 2013, 12:36:56 PM »
Quote from: Darmok and Jalad @Tanagra on November 18, 2013, 08:37:21 AM
I have a feeling at this stage, if Carter DIDN'T give all  his employees grief, they would think he didn't like them anymore!

Yes, it is embarrassing to ME to hear some of the comments, but I'm kinda sensitive, witnessing someone dressed down in front of customers.  I'll get over it!   >:D

You certainly get it.  Unfortunately we have all been there with a supervisor who manages their people in this fashion.  It's a shame.  It just boils down to business.  I was hoping not to make a snap judgement on the manager.  It was just an observation and I am confidant that his employees have thick skin.  There are a lot of egos in the gun industry.  OGC is not the exception.  The owner just runs a tight ship. There is a lot of competition on the island regarding gun sales and I am sure they are using every means possible to include social media, word of mouth, and repeat business in order to make money.  Which reminds me...I need to look at Yelp
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amazeyn

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #10 on: November 18, 2013, 12:45:38 PM »
Quote from: hop2it on November 18, 2013, 12:04:17 AM
With the exception of the manager embarrassing his employes, I felt like I was in mainland gun store!

Haha this gave me a good laugh because I witnessed something similar first time I walked into OGC:

Carter to Me: *big smile* "How was everything today?  Glad you found what you were looking for."

2 seconds later, Carter to Employee: *angry face* "NO THAT'S WRONG!!!  WHAT THE %@$# ARE YOU DOING?!?!?!"

Carter back to Me: *big smile* I'm sorry about that.  You said debit?  Okay, pin number whenever you're ready."


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kevlar

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #11 on: November 18, 2013, 01:07:23 PM »
I've been in OGC and have seen Carter ream out his employees over a mistake, which I have no problem with. This is a gun store, not some effete high end boutique selling perfume and leather goods.
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hop2it

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #12 on: November 18, 2013, 04:00:39 PM »
Quote from: hop2it on November 18, 2013, 12:36:56 PM
You certainly get it.  Unfortunately we have all been there with a supervisor who manages their people in this fashion.  It's a shame.  It just boils down to business.  I was hoping not to make a snap judgement on the manager.  It was just an observation and I am confidant that his employees have thick skin.  There are a lot of egos in the gun industry.  OGC is not the exception.  The owner just runs a tight ship. There is a lot of competition on the island regarding gun sales and I am sure they are using every means possible to include social media, word of mouth, and repeat business in order to make money.  Which reminds me...I need to look at Yelp

The owner just runs a great shop! Hope to stop by in the future.
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Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #13 on: November 18, 2013, 06:51:21 PM »
If you buy ammo in bulk, you will be back.  >:D
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hop2it

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #14 on: November 18, 2013, 08:13:53 PM »
Quote from: GreenStomper on November 18, 2013, 06:51:21 PM
If you buy ammo in bulk, you will be back.  >:D

I was surprised at how much 9mm bulk was going for.  Very close to mainland prices for sure.
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digital808

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #15 on: November 22, 2013, 03:12:46 PM »
OGC.... :thumbsup:  Carter is STRAIGHT UP!
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aieahound

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #16 on: November 22, 2013, 03:39:02 PM »
And Eugene  !   :shaka:
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dogman

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #17 on: November 22, 2013, 11:45:48 PM »
Yep, and Eugene!
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Shieldze1025

Re: OGC, not too shabby!
« Reply #18 on: December 16, 2013, 01:44:30 PM »
I've been an OGC customer for years now, but I repeatedly get treated like shit when I go there.  I understand the egos, the cursing, giving employees shit, etc, IT IS a gun shop, however I have on multiple occasions felt like they talk down to customers!

I bought a gun from them, then months later was basically made fun of by an employee for buying that gun (it was a SIG, I'll leave it at that).  They didn't have any reservations when I bought it off them.  This was the last straw, I'll give my money to someone else who appreciates repeat customers.
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