Armory: A Narrative Report

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It's going to be the biggest little gun show in the West! Yes, Doe and Doe are at it again, bringing together under one roof all the pistols and rifles an enthusiast could ever dream of. And, it's happening right here in Springfield next Saturday starting at 8:00 a.m., in the old armory on Main Street.

As a gun shop owner, you are cordially invited to a special preview showing of our full line of firearms Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. at the armory. We will be giving away a Doe .45 revolver as a door prize.

Entrance to the preview showing is by invitation only, so please call 555-5555 to confirm your intent to attend. We hope to see you

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