November, 2000

Thoughts for November

#1 - Vote
#2 - Vote

#3 As many of you are aware, North American Arms was the first manufacturer of firearms to establish an Internet presence. Those of you who visited this site in the beginning have seen a lot of growth and changes we've made to our website over the past several years. Admittedly, I was more than a little skeptical as to the use of this media, as well as our 'leadership' role, when we began six years ago but I had an enthusiastic staff, and the time and expense required to explore this new way of communicating were relatively modest.

I've since become a strong proponent of the technology and how it allows us more immediate, responsive contact with our customers. I check our Message Board daily. Despite some of the recent posts, I find the questions and general tone of the discussion to be positive and thoughtful. You'll notice that our board has limited responses from the factory, particularly related to posts expressing opinions. Occasionally, one of us in management will offer a factory input, but for the most part our frequent/experienced visitors offer their own 'answers' (go to the page and review some threads to see what I mean). While the board is a wonderful way to share experiences and feedback, it's important you know that people at the factory are always available to answer questions personally.

You'll find on our 'Contacts" page a photo and job description of most of the people associated at NAA, as well as a link to contact them directly. Additionally, everybody at the factory can be reached via 800-821-5783. Because my home is in suburban Philadelphia, you can reach me at 610-940-1668. When it comes to a matter of fact or factory policy ­ product specifications or engineering issues, how to return a gun for repair or check on its status, customization or accessory orders, etc. - calling someone directly at NAA will get you the right answer immediately. If you want to share your personal experiences &/or opinions, good or bad, or pose other sorts of questions, the message board is just another way you can stay in touch with NAA enthusiasts, and we welcome you.

#4 I've been told I can announce the pending availability of a folding holster grip for magnum-framed guns (previously, this option was available only for long rifle-framed minis). Despite its almost identical appearance to the LR model, there was a great deal of additional engineering invested in this new accessory, much of which was provided by our manufacturing partner for this project, Hogue Grips. This grip can be easily retrofitted to existing guns. We expect these to start shipping by Thanksgiving, and would make a wonderful stocking stuffer for Christmas! Photos, pricing and other details will be posted shortly.

#5 ­ Vote
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Senator Orrin G. Hatch (R-UT) checks out the latest edition of the North American Arms catalog. He mentioned that he regularly carries two of the firm's firearm products after receiving death threats several years ago. ASSC's 1996 Congressional Leader of the Year Award was presented to Sen. Hatch "in appreciation of his leadership and commitment in defense of our heritage, our industry and our life"


Photo & caption by Robert M. Hausman - used with permission.