Gun show
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A gun show is a form of exhibition or gathering where guns, gun parts and literature, as well as knives and miscellaneous collectables are displayed, bought, sold (subject to regulations) and discussed. They often include exhibitions related to various types of hunting and the preparation and preservation of wild game for consumption. They also may be used by gun manufacturers to demonstrate new models—or gun enthusiasts to show antique guns.
Gun shows are typically held in public buildings, including hotels, malls, armories, stadiums, etc., and are open to the public with a nominal fee for admitance. They are typically held on weekend days to allow local citizens to rent display tables to show guns, knives, crafts, wares or demonstrate services they can provide
In recent years, gun shows have become controversial in some areas, as the right of private citizens to own firearms, as defined by the 2nd Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, has become a topic of political debate. Those opposing the right of citizens to own firearms argue that gun shows contribute to illicit trafficking in firearms, while those supporting the right to own firearms point to 2nd Amendment rights and extensive regulations (over 10,000 U.S. gun control laws), which strictly govern the sale of firearms at gun shows.
See also: National Rifle Association