The CMP North Store at Camp Perry officially re-opened on 12 March. A line with anxious customers formed outside in the 30 degree Ohio March weather. The North Store closed at the end of January for remodeling to give the store a “new look” which increased the size of the rifle selection area, improved physical security and the customer shopping experience.

Scott, left, with his father, Robert, traveled from New Jersey for the Store re-opening. He is holding his Springfield Correct Grade M1 Garand Rifle.

The North Store is now 1152 square feet and fully stocked with approximately 450-500 rifles including M1 Garands, Springfield Armory Correct Grade M1 Garands, H&R Service and Field Grade M1 Garands, various Carbines (Service and Rack grade), Kimbers, H&R M12s, ammunition, shooting accessories and CMP memorabilia. CMP North Store Manager Mike Conrad says, “The new look includes several features for our customers. Enhanced lighting and a new layout with no fenced-in area should improve their experience. We still have a few items to smooth out but comments from customers were positive.”

Over 400 customers from eight states including New York and New Jersey visited the store on 12 March, the day of the re-opening and were happy with the changes to the store. They carefully searched the racks of rifles to find their treasured rifle.

The federal law that established the CMP authorizes the Corporation to sell surplus .30 and .22 caliber military rifles, parts and ammunition to qualified U. S. citizens “for marksmanship”. All net revenue from CMP sales operations is used to fund current operations, programs and an endowment to support future programs.

M1 Carbines manufactured by Saginaw, Saginaw S’G’ and National Postal Meter will be available for purchase in the CMP Stores on 30 April.

The CMP North Store is open Wednesday – Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm. The CMP also has a store in Anniston, Alabama which is open Wednesday – Friday, 8:00 am to 3:00 pm. For more information or directions to the CMP Stores, visit http://www.odcmp.com/Store.htm.

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