I was wrong about PINK

[CrippledPidgeon]

I read a good article once that examined the demographics of women who liked pink, and those who don't, and the conclusion was that women raised in the 50's-60's, and raised in the 80's and after were less likely to object to pink things than women raised in the 60's and 70's. From a logical standpoint, I can see the why, and while there are always exceptions, it's just an observation of the trend.

IIRC, the point of the article was that the author had problems with firearms and accessories assuming that all women would like pink things, when that obviously isn't true. The author felt that firearms and accessories should be designed and marketed towards women regardless of color.

Personally, I think that pink firearms look too much like toys, and that could be dangerous, but hey, they're not my firearms, so who am I to judge...

[Lone_Wolfe]

I've never been a fan of pink on anything, but I've developed some appreciation for it now that I'm fighting breast cancer.

[BonnieB]

LW, honey how are you doing. I'm sure keeping going is no fun, and I think of you often. Hang in, we love you and admire your resolve. PM me if I can do anything useful.

[raddogz]

That is cool as I did not know there were guns with a designation for BCA.

I have pink shooting glasses I use from time to time (my spare pair). It's more of a "oh there it is" when so as not to get lost in the dark of my bag.

[savannah]

My sister has stage 4 breast cancer. She loathes the BC pink. I guess she feels it minimizes breast cancer in general. Men get it too. I love the color pink. I don't like the fact it "stands" for something, women, breast cancer or anything else. I like wearing light pink because it is a good color on me. I LOVE my husband in pink dress shirts. He looks good!

I still am not big on pink guns. For the most part it is supposed to lure in "women" shooters. No.....I shoot because I like to shoot, not because I have a cute gun that goes with my shirt.

[wisefire]

I don't mind the pink, it actually hard to find good quality shooting accessories in pink, ear protection is one of them. Been trying to find a pair that didn't cost $300 or were so cheap that I t does more harm than good.

[Akers]

I run a pink BAD A.S.S. on a black rifle because I've lost two very important women to me to breast cancer. Perhaps the "We donate" doesn't pull at the heart strings like it used to for some, but it makes me feel I am playing a small part.

All cancer sucks....not just boobies cancer.

[Akers]

I run a pink BAD A.S.S. on a black rifle because I've lost two very important women to me to breast cancer. Perhaps the "We donate" doesn't pull at the heart strings like it used to for some, but it makes me feel I am playing a small part.

All cancer sucks....not just boobies cancer.

[movie zombie]

I don't mind the pink, it actually hard to find good quality shooting accessories in pink, ear protection is one of them. Been trying to find a pair that didn't cost $300 or were so cheap that I t does more harm than good.

as much as i hate pink, my ear protection is pink.....i need a kid size set and it was what i found at the gunshow....and they work very well......just wish they weren't pink.

[jewboy929]

I can understand the dislike for all the BCA pink if you are in the midst of a personal struggle with breast cancer. I know too many people who have suffered through it, including my mother and even friends in their 30's. However, I fully support the PINK. If the millions of $$$ go towards fighting and finding a cure to save breasts, and peoples lives. How can that not be supported? I participated this year in the Susan G. event at Fashion Island for the first time this year and was really blessed that I did.

As for the shooting gear. I love seeing women at the range no matter what color gear, guns, skin, whatever. Love to see more participate in the shooting sports.

[BonnieB]

as much as i hate pink, my ear protection is pink.....i need a kid size set and it was what i found at the gunshow....and they work very well......just wish they weren't pink.

Maybe they could be spray painted a lovely shade of teal, the same way they paint composite stocks?

[movie zombie]

LOL, you and your "teal", bonnie!

[Steph]

Nothing wrong with teal, one of my fav colors too.

[BonnieB]

Steph, LOVE it!

[movie zombie]

i personally just cannot get into color guns. admittedly, i saw one i liked at Eddy's in mountain view owned by another woman shopping in there. more of a silver metal that was treated to show metalic coloring that appeared to change as you turned the pistol.