The stage is set for the 29th Defense and Sporting Arms Show from 7 to 11 December at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay City.
Organized by the Association of the Firearms and Ammunition Dealers, Inc., the country’s longest-running arms show features a wide range of top-of-the-line local and imported firearms, optics, sporting goods and accessories.
The event is open to the public, gun enthusiasts, hobbyists and sportsmen.
After a successful first edition at its new home, the show’s members and exhibitors are anticipating heavy participation under the leadership of Aric Topacio and Edwin Año.
“We’re happy to be back. With a huge turnout of visitors in the first edition last May, our members, particularly the major players in the industry, are so eager and enthusiastic to participate and put on display their products,” said Topacio during a media launch on Tuesday at the Milkyway Restaurant in Makati City.
Topacio, the brother of national team member Hagen Alexander Topacio, said they are eager to give visitors an unforgettable experience. In fact, they are no longer an association of gun manufacturers but also of sportsmen and responsible gun owners.
The arms show has been the leading firearms industry hub for almost three decades, providing opportunities for gun enthusiasts, law enforcement, collectors, and industry professionals to learn about the latest products, innovations, and technology.
In the opening ceremony set at 10 a.m., top officials from the Philippine National Police, the Armed Forces of the Philippines, and relevant agencies will be among the guests.
Aside from the usual product display, promotional program, and activities on renewing licenses and applications for newly registered gun owners, visitors will also have the chance to participate in an open discussion about self-defense, firearms safety handling, security, responsible gun ownership, and regulation policies.
