XP/Specarms Raided by CBSA

[TarToSuKkre]

Since this is in the news section and that the first post appear on the main page, wouldn't it be a good thing to correct the mistakes in it because it doesn't seem serious at all (no offences intended).

[thephenom]

Originally Posted by BloodSport

Basically from the info gathered they do this now and then, and the whole "TM Banned in BC" last year, which no longer exists was one of them. Its a grey area on the import liscenses out west, which unlike the ones in Ontario do not always specify what the retailers are allowed to do with the guns once imported. Typically Government BS.

Oh ok, it's somewhat clear now.

So basically, their importing license isn't "clear" about whether they can sell airsoft to general public, and CBSA just felt like screwing over XP kinda claiming selling to general public is illegal???

From the sound of it, I'm guessing this isn't the first time this type of raid has happened? Do they usually revoke their import license for such "offence"?

[SKANKY TAINT]

It is very crapy news

my spelling sucks

You dont have to wory about accessories ( they will be slow clearing customs )

I dont post any bs or ever will

I love the sport and want anyone that is at any risk to be aware of yesterdays crap

[Pip]

So was it just XP or was Specarms nailed as well? As far as i know Specarms has been very reliable...

[CDN_Stalker]

Originally Posted by Freedom Fighter

It's because of all the drugs out there.

Anyone ever wonder why it's commonly referred to as the "Left Coast"? :lol:

[B.C.Hawk]

We take the best!! And what's "Left" over every one else can have.

[Pip]

*shifty eyes*...

[mcguyver]

Well, that's 6 retailers I know in the last 6 months that have been bent over by the feds. Four of them have not really returned and probably never will.

It's a wake-up call folks for those who think that airsoft is not in a precarious legal position. The fact that there is no "black-letter" law regarding them should in no way allow you to believe they are perfectly legal.

If the CBSA, or Justice want to go after you, there will always be a way.

Capone got nailed for income tax evesion, Gotti got nailed for jury tampering.

Just keep that in mind when you travel to a game with your Marui AEG plainly visible in it's original box. A little off-topic, but a reminder to those who've become complacent.

I hope all works out for Peter and Will. They will be missed during their "vacation" from airsoft.

[Flint]

I'm having problems getting to specArms site, I'm guessing they got nailed by the feds?

[Sgt_Lynch]

Wow... I was wondering when the yearly 'Lets stir up a shitstorm in the Airsoft community' event was going to happen.

Now I can get some sleep... I was getting worried there for a second.

Anyone want to start a "Airsoft is banned in Canada" thread???? Common! It'll be fun!

[Identity]

Originally Posted by Flint

I'm having problems getting to specArms site, I'm guessing they got nailed by the feds?

Will did not go to the office today due to some unexpected problems... It says on his msn today, however I didn't have time to see if he was okay or not.
I'll talk to him tmr...

[SKANKY TAINT]

spec arms did also get a similar visit it doesnt look good

hope things work out

[BBS]

wow. so this stuff happens regularly? like annually? i hope they get their stuff back. so this only affects Vancouver area office/stores right? and not affecting online stores (like they don't have a store front / showroom) if there is any in Vancouver.

-BBS

[Red_Star]

Few good thin a live in Montreal, hmm actualy what does it change we have like 2 stores that sell airsoft each one of them having one gun.

[Kuraitenshi]

Originally Posted by BBS

wow. so this stuff happens regularly? like annually? i hope they get their stuff back. so this only affects Vancouver area office/stores right? and not affecting online stores (like they don't have a store front / showroom) if there is any in Vancouver.

-BBS

I doubt it will be returned as mcguyver said four bussiness out of bissness, and yes they is bullying us BCer 4 now, the other provinces will have their turn eventually. (probably after BC puts a general ban on butterknives)