That's one reason Les baer moved his operation to Iowa from Illinois. It just makes sense.

One other possible enticement, instead of tax breaks states could subsidize the move. The biggest headache I would think is actually moving the business to the new state.

i agree the NE is one of the least gun freindly portions of our country the limiting factors would be the cost to move the manufacturing operations west and the ability to have their skilled workers move with (uprooting how many fmailies many would stay, thus leaving a gap in skilled labor

I disagree with the idea. Has anyone considered that the large gun companies that historically call the North east their home have helped prevent further anti-gun action with the large revenues they contribute to their states? What about the exposure to guns that these factories provide? Not to mention the historicall importance of the factories.

Great idea. The reduction in taxes, onerous state regulation, and lower cost of operation would sound like a great plus for these companies. If their employees don't want to move then generate a severance package and go. Don't think these firms will have ANY trouble finding the highly qualified personnel that they need.

I was born and raised in California, where gun enthusiasts have the same social standing as the skunk. On one occasion, a woman at a dinner party literally gasped when I mentioned the recent purchase of a Glock for self-defense. An opportunity took me to Oklahoma a few years ago, where views (and laws) regarding firearms (and many other matters) are diametrically-opposed to those of my home state. During this time I have assembled a decent, foundational gun collection. However, the possession of many of my favorites would be illegal in California. Which raises an issue, now that my project is concluded: should I abandon the objects that give me so much enjoyment and return to the West Coast? Gun-friendly states are not only courting firearms manufacturers...