Fly Displays For Sale

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There are:

Quantity 4: 4' long single sided displays with one storage drawer, open storage shelves and slatwall section on the back side. These have drop-in wooden cross pieces to divide the flies. We did end up gluing some in place to prevent migration. They also have a 4' long shelf above the flies to merchandise fly boxes, etc. One has fewer bins (i.e. set up for larger patterns) but there may be a few extra cross pieces. (This image is a little fuzzy - but these show up more clearly in the image with the 8 foot display - you can see all four lined up in a row).

Quantity 1: 6' long double-sided display. This was from the Western Angler display and was used up in the Santa Rosa store before we brought it down. It has solid wood dividers between the bins (no migration of flies) and has additional storage/display drawers on each side. Plus, it has pass-through bulk storage in the cabinets which are open to either side.

Quantity 1: 8' long double-sided display. This has a step shelf to raise up items off the floor, but no storage per se. It uses white-backed displays with drop-in acrylic divider (2 per side) The wooden top attaches to the base with screws and can be separated for moving. It is currently stored in two pieces.

They are currently in storage in San Rafael (two locations). We fit all four into a 14' box van when we moved them out of the building, and you should have moving blankets to protect them. We have furniture dollies to get them onto the truck for any buyer.

I would prefer to sell them as a set. The price would be $1200 for all of them. The 8 foot alone would probably cost a couple grand to build.

The per unit price would be: 4 ' = $200 each 6' = $400 8' = $500

If you are interested in purchasing these,
please call 415-226-9770

or email wssjim @ gmail.com

San Rafael Store Now Closed

As of January 31, 2012, we have closed our retail store at 902 Third Street in San Rafael. It's possible that the renovation team has already started working on the building for the new landlord. So, chances are it's soon going to look quite different than it has for the past years. Things change, and it is with a certain amount of sadness that I walked out the door for the last time.

However, the things which made that location so special always had to do with the staff and customers. In recent days, many people took the time to share their stories and feelings. A store with history dating back to 1947 has a lot of tales, and that is what remains important. Physical locations come and go, but coming together with excitement about the first time a parent and child had success up at the watershed lakes, watching with amazement when your fly goes precisely where you'd wanted it, or having a call you'd mimicked and practiced work flawlessly - those things are what we've enjoyed the most.

Our existence will change. Right now, we will continue selling new and used hunting, fishing and fly fishing books. Our immediate project is to get more titles listed through ABE, and we're tinkering a bit with our website to make more things available. There will also be some merchandise available. Look back here for more information.

Our website has updated contact information. But, here it is:

Mailing:
Western Sport Shop, Inc.
PO Box 162
Kentfield, CA 94914

Phone:
415-226-9770

Please note - we can no longer accept firearm transfers from other dealers.

Lastly - if you are interested in purchasing our open bin fly displays, these are still available. There are four 4' long single sided displays with a storage drawer and open shelving. These all have wheels. Also, we have a wooden 6' double sided display with drawers and covered cabinets, and an 8' double sided display with drop-in acrylic dividers. Please email if you are interested in photos.


Western Sport Shop, Inc. and Western Sport Shop Fish Logo are Registered Trademarks

Final Friday at the San Rafael Store

San Rafael Store Closing Saturday, January 28 @ 4 pm
FINAL DAYS – LOWER PRICES – ALL FIXTURES FOR SALE

We are down to the final days of our Store Closing Sale –
we will stop selling product in our 902 3rd Street location at
4 pm on Saturday, January 28.

We have spent the last day going through our attic, bringing
down fixtures and racks, putting them out on the sales floor
and pricing them. They are now priced and available for purchase.
(Please note – some items may require a pickup after Saturday).
All fixture sales are cash only, with all items sold “as-is”
and all sales are final.

We have rod racks, clothing displays, free standing slatwall
fixtures, glass display cases, folding chairs, boxes of peg
hooks for pegboard and slatwall, book cases, a-frames, lighting
fixtures and much more. Obviously, we have fly displays as well,
so if you bought a ton of flies from us and need a way to display them,
we can set you up.

In terms of merchandise left in stock:

All remaining inventory is AT LEAST 50% OFF the original price.
Many items are marked down even further. We are also selling off
the opened spools of bulk fishing line at significant discount. There's no delicate way to put this - we need to sell everything to the walls, so it's time to stock up!

All freshwater flies are now 50 cents each. Quality flies simply aren't sold that cheaply. Good patterns and prime sizes are available.

All books are now 70% OFF – even the new titles!

We will continue to sell CA Fishing Licenses (sorry - regular price on those!)
until through Saturday - bring in your last year's fishing license (or photo ID)
and we'll get you squared away.

So - please come on down now and take advantage the last few days.

Once again, thank you all for your patronage and support over the years.

Words cannot express how much we have enjoyed meeting you.

All the best,

Jim

http://www.westernsportshop.com

Friday Sale Update

First of all, let me thank you again for the outpouring of stories, recollections and genuine emotions which everyone has shared about Western Sport Shop. We were all customers before ever getting involved with the business, and it's been interesting and heartwarming to hear from everyone.

At this point, we are still actively trying to reduce our inventory, and all of the staff members have been going through boxes and drawers to find forgotten parts, inventory and other gear. We've fattened up the sale tables and dusted off some "demo" items. And, as you might expect, sharpened up our pencils a bit in anticipation of the last full weekend of the sale.

Starting right now -

All remaining fly rods in stock are 50% OFF the original price. We also have some extremely limited demo and "found" inventory which is even a better deal.

All remaining fly lines in stock are now 50% OFF the original price.

All Tying Material and Fly Tying Hooks are now 50% OFF the original price. We've dug out a lot of other stuff in old packaging which even more attractively priced. Now is the time to stock up if you are planning on doing some fly tying this winter!

All USED BOOKS are now 70% OFF our selling price. Yes, that is correct - "Seventy"! Bring a Big BAG!

All other merchandise is at least 40% off the original price (except firearms).

We will continue to sell CA Fishing Licenses (sorry - regular price on those!) until January 25th - bring in your last year's fishing license (or photo ID) and we'll get you squared away.

IF you want to take advantage of our SUPER LOW prices on all remaining shotguns (rifles are gone!), you may purchase the firearm from us, but will have to fill out state and federally mandated paperwork at another shop. We are currently working to finalize an agreement for this.

Oh... speaking of rifles: anyone have a 7mm-08, 7mm Winchester Short Mag or .300 Remington ULTRA Mag caliber rifle? We ended up with excess ammunition in those two calibers, and will sell all remaining ammo at 60% off the regular price.

So - please come on down this weekend and take advantage of what could be the last few days.

Store Closing Sale Update - 40% OFF General Merchandise!

Our Store Closing Sale is still going on - though there are less items to choose from, the discounts are even bigger! Now is the time to stock up on tackle, fly fishing gear, hunting accessories and more!

San Rafael Store Closing
General Stock Items* 40% OFF!
Email List Advance Announcement

*40% Off excludes Firearms and some Ammunition

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As we posted earlier, we have been attempting to find a new owner for the
Western Sport Shop, a search which has remained unsuccessful. Rather
than continue operating, we will be closing Western Sport Shop by the
end of January, 2012.

While we are still hopeful that a buyer may still be found, we are taking
immediate steps to drastically reduce our inventory. All items
in all departments (except for firearms and some ammunition)
will be discounted 40% off the original price. Over the past few days,
we’ve also gone through our back room inventory and have marked selected items
down significantly below our cost – there are savings of up to 50 – 80% off of the original
prices - look for the sale tables and highlighted displays.

All sales are final and all items are sold “as-is”.

A few of the specific bargains include:
ALL FRESHWATER FLIES – BUCK-A-BUG!
ALL SALTWATER FLIES – HALF OFF!
ALL REMAINING CLOTHING - AT LEAST HALF OFF!
ALL CASTAIC Swim Baits –HALF OFF!
ALL APEX LURES, OCEAN SALMON LURES & RIGS – HALF OFF!
ALL BRAID BELTS & GLOVES – HALF OFF!
ALL NEW BOOKS – 40% OFF the Regular Price!
ALL USED BOOKS – HALF OFF the Used Price!

ALL FIREARMS ARE ON SALE - Benelli VINCI Shotguns are BELOW OUR COST!
Look for the “HOT LIST” of Sale Rifles and shotguns in the gun department.

Please feel free to forward this to your fishing, fly fishing and hunting
partners who might be interested.

If you have outstanding credit balances or gift certificates, this is
a great time to take advantage of your increased buying power!

We will continue to sell California Hunting and Fishing Licenses until
at least January 25th.

We will be starting to sell fixtures and displays after January 18,
2012. If you are interested in displays, please call 415-226-9770 and
leave your name and phone number to be contacted.

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Return Your Report Cards

As you put your new 2012 California Fishing License in with your gear, take a quick moment to dig out your report cards (Sturgeon, North Coast Salmon and Steelhead being the most common) and send them back to fish and game - they are due by January 31, 2012.

Note - for Steelhead Report Cards, you may file the report online:
http://www.dfg.ca.gov/steelheadcard

All other cards must be mailed:

Sturgeon Report Cards:
California DFG Fisheries Branch
Sturgeon Fishing Report Card
PO Box 944209
Sacramento, CA 94244-2090

North Coast Salmon Report Cards:
Department of Fish and Game, Klamath River Project
5341 Ericson Way
Arcata, CA 95521

Abalone Report Cards:
Department of Fish and Game
32330 N. Harbor Dr.
Fort Bragg, CA 95437

Spiny Lobster Report Cards:
Department of Fish and Game, Lobster Report Card
4949 Viewridge Ave.
San Diego, CA 92123

North Coast Salmon Report Cards:
Department of Fish and Game, Klamath River Project
5341 Ericson Way
Arcata, CA 95521


Please note - we are currently selling 2012 DFG Fishing Licenses, tags and report cards. You must bring in either a valid photo ID or 2011 Sport Fishing License to obtain the current year's license.

Store Closing Sale

San Rafael Store Closing
All Items* at Least 30% OFF
Email List Advance Announcement

*30% Off excludes Firearms and Steel Shot Ammunition

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This holiday season is turning out to be a bit bittersweet for us. As
most of you know, we have been attempting to find a new owner for the
Western Sport Shop, a search which has remained unsuccessful. Rather
than continue operating, we will be closing Western Sport Shop by the
end of January, 2012.

While we are still hopeful that a buyer may be found, we are taking
immediate steps to reduce our inventory. Effective today, all items
in all departments (except for firearms and steel shot ammunition)
will be discounted 30% off the original price. Over the past weekend,
we’ve also gone through our inventory and have marked selected items
down significantly – there are savings of 50 – 70% off of the original
price. All sales are final and all items are sold “as-is”.

A few of the specific bargains include:
ALL FRESHWATER FLIES – BUCK-A-BUG!
ALL SALTWATER FLIES – HALF OFF!
DISCONTINUED FLY PACK AND FISHING PACK STYLES – 40% OFF!
FLY LINES – Selected lines are half off!
SIMMS BLACKFOOT WADING BOOTS & PURSUIT SANDALS 40% OFF!
We also have a closeout clothing rack loaded with base layers, shirts,
jackets, insulation and discontinued or changed models that are 30 –
50% - Great Deals Abound!
ALL HUNTING VESTS IN STOCK – HALF OFF!
ALL CASTAIC Swim Baits –HALF OFF!
ALL OCEAN SALMON LURES & RIGS – HALF OFF!
ALL BRAID BELTS & GLOVES – HALF OFF!
ALL NEW BOOKS – 40% OFF the Regular Price!
ALL USED BOOKS – HALF OFF the Used Price!

ALL FIREARMS ARE ON SALE - look for the “HOT LIST” of Sale Rifles and
shotguns in the gun department.


Keep your eyes out for further discounts on remaining items in the
weeks ahead. Ads will start running in the papers beginning tomorrow
evening, so you have some advance notice to beat the crowds. Please
feel free to forward this to your fishing, fly fishing and hunting
partners who might be interested.

If you have outstanding credit balances or gift certificates, this is
a great time to take advantage of your increased buying power!

We will continue to sell California Hunting and Fishing Licenses until
at least mid-January.

We will be starting to sell fixtures and displays after January 8,
2012. If you are interested in displays, please call 415-226-9770 and
leave your name and phone number to be contacted.

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Finally, let me say that this has been an extremely difficult post to write.
We’ve gotten to know an incredible group of customers in the 25 years
we have owned Western Sport Shop, we’ve watched young kids grow into
adults and start to bring their children in as well.

Both my family and I truly appreciate the support and encouragement
over the years, the great stories of trips and travel, as well as
sharing this part of your lives with us. Thank you again for your patronage and especially the days when you just dropped into the store to tell us how things went.

-- Jim