Table of Contents
1. Purpose of the Policy
T.F. RETAY, LLC, its successors and/or assigns ("RETAY USA"), is committed to supporting a healthy and competitive market environment that promotes the long-term success of our brand and our Authorized Resellers. This Minimum Advertised Price ("MAP") Policy is intended to:
- Protect the integrity and premium perception of the RETAY USA brand.
- Support Authorized Resellers in maintaining healthy profit margins.
- Encourage authorized Dealers to invest in customer service, product training, and promotion.
This MAP Policy outlines RETAY USA's minimum pricing for the sale and/or transfer of RETAY ARMS PRODUCTS by Authorized Resellers. RETAY USA reserves the right to discontinue doing business with entities that do not adhere to this MAP Policy.
2. Definitions
Authorized Reseller – A Dealer, Direct Dealer or Distributor authorized by RETAY USA to sell or resell RETAY ARMS PRODUCTS.
Dealer – An entity that purchases RETAY ARMS PRODUCTS from an Authorized RETAY USA Distributor and sells them directly to customers using a physical retail location and/or e-commerce platform.
Direct Dealer – An entity that purchases RETAY ARMS PRODUCTS directly from RETAY USA and sells them directly to customers using a physical retail location and/or e-commerce platform.
Distributor – An Entity which supplies RETAY ARMS PRODUCTS to Dealers.
MAP Administrator – The individual RETAY USA employee designated to manage the MAP Policy.
RETAY ARMS PRODUCT – Certain firearms products and accessories imported by RETAY USA and supplied to Authorized Resellers.
Unauthorized Reseller – A Dealer, Direct Dealer or Distributor with which RETAY USA refuses to do business either because of a violation of this MAP Policy or for some other reason, in RETAY USA's sole discretion.
3. Scope of the Policy
This MAP Policy applies to all advertising of RETAY ARMS PRODUCTS by Authorized Resellers in any and all media formats, including but not limited to:
If a particular RETAY ARMS PRODUCT does not appear on the current MAP Price List, as supplied to Distributors and Direct Dealers quarterly, then this MAP Policy does not apply to that product. The MAP Policy applies to both in-stock and out-of-stock items.
Any advertising method that provides for or suggests a price below the applicable MAP violates this MAP Policy. Prohibited practices include, but are not limited to:
- The use of a rebate, coupon, promotion, giveaway or incentive that reduces the advertised price below the MAP.
- The inclusion of free or discounted products that result in the effective advertised price falling below the MAP.
- Strike-through pricing or visual alterations suggesting a lower price than the MAP.
- Phrases like "Click for Lower Price," "Add to Cart for Price," or "Check Cart for Price" used to mask a price lower than the MAP.
4. MAP Pricing
- All advertised prices for RETAY ARMS PRODUCTS must be at or above the published MAP.
- Authorized Resellers may omit pricing entirely or use language such as "Call for Price," "Call for Quote" and "Email for Price."
- This MAP Policy applies to all online and offline advertising, including pricing displayed after customer interaction (e.g., add-to-cart, click-to-see, hover-to-reveal).
- Any method that reveals a price below MAP through website functions or code is a violation of this MAP Policy.
- Direct Dealers and Dealers may sell products they do not physically stock; however, they must strictly adhere to the MAP Policy when doing so, including maintaining compliant advertised pricing, regardless of whether the listings are driven by automated distributor data feeds or third-party fulfillment mechanisms.
- Use of Distributor data feeds is permitted, but any listings generated must fully comply with all MAP Policy guidelines. It is the Direct Dealer and Dealer's responsibility to ensure feeds do not result in advertised pricing that falls below the MAP.
- MAP pricing is updated quarterly and should be followed immediately upon receipt by Authorized Resellers if they wish to continue distributing/selling RETAY ARMS PRODUCTS.
5. Permitted Exceptions
- "Call for Price" and "Call for Quote" may be used only in a non-automated format requiring personal, direct consumer interaction outside the online checkout process.
- "Email for Price" is allowed only if it is non-automated, personalized and not reused or forwarded as an advertised price. Only the phrases "Email for Price" or "Contact for Price" may be used in this context. No discount language or promotional messaging is permitted if using Email for Price.
6. Internet Auction & Marketplace Policies
- All Direct Dealers and Dealers selling on marketplaces or auction sites (e.g., GunBroker) must register any username or alias used with the RETAY USA MAP Administrator if different from its Direct Dealer or Dealer account name.
- Direct Dealers and Dealers must use exact RETAY ARMS UPCs and SKUs in listings.
- No price – whether visible or hidden – may be listed below MAP, including in starting bids, reserve prices, or minimum bids.
- The use of auction features like GunBroker's "Take A Shot" that suggest or promote sub-MAP pricing is strictly prohibited.
7. Temporary MAP Exceptions
From time to time, RETAY USA may authorize promotional periods where specific products may be advertised and sold below the applicable MAP. In these cases:
- RETAY USA will issue written notice to all Authorized Resellers in advance.
- Authorized Resellers may only advertise and sell below the MAP for the specified products and time window.
8. Enforcement of MAP Policy
RETAY USA will monitor advertised pricing and enforce this MAP Policy at its sole discretion. The following steps will be taken in the event of a violation:
First Violation
- Verbal notice issued.
- RETAY USA will explain the violation and offer an opportunity for correction.
Second Violation
- Written warning issued.
- Authorized Reseller account temporarily placed on hold.
- Authorized Reseller must correct the violation within twenty-four (24) hours, after which case the account hold will be cleared on a probationary status.
- After thirty (30) days of compliance with the MAP Policy, the violation will be cleared.
Third Violation
- Authorized Reseller account placed on hold for thirty (30) days.
Fourth Violation
- Authorized Reseller account placed on hold for one hundred and eighty (180) days.
- RETAY USA will evaluate whether or not to reinstate the account, in RETAY USA's sole discretion.
Fifth Violation
- Permanent termination of Authorized Reseller status.
10. Minimum Transfer Price (MTP) Policy for Distributors
In addition to MAP Policy compliance for Distributors and Direct Dealers, RETAY USA requires all authorized Distributors to adhere to a Minimum Transfer Price ("MTP") Policy.
- Distributors must not sell or transfer RETAY ARMS PRODUCTS to any Dealer below the designated MTP.
- The MTP Price List will be issued quarterly alongside the MAP Price List.
- Selling below MTP, directly or through incentives/rebates, will be considered a policy violation.
- RETAY USA reserves the right to terminate distribution rights for violations of the MTP Policy.
11. Price List Updates
A new RETAY USA MAP Price List and MTP Price List will be issued on the first business day of each calendar quarter. Authorized Resellers must update advertised prices immediately upon receipt to remain in compliance.
12. Legal Disclaimer
This MAP Policy is unilateral, not subject to negotiation and applies to all Authorized Resellers. RETAY USA does not seek, nor will it accept, any agreement or assurance of compliance from resellers regarding this policy. RETAY USA reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the MAP Policy at any time.
Not a Contract: The MAP Policy is not a contract, nor do any other agreements exist, between RETAY USA and any Authorized Reseller requiring compliance with this MAP Policy. RETAY USA does not seek, nor will it solicit or accept, any Authorized Reseller's agreement with this MAP Policy; nor will RETAY USA discuss or negotiate any Authorized Reseller's pricing or the pricing of others. This MAP Policy is a voluntary and unilateral policy implemented to support and ensure the continued long-term premium positioning of the RETAY brand as well as the investment of legitimate Direct Dealers and Distributors which provide valuable education, sales and product assistance, and other services to their customers. Compliance with the MAP Policy is entirely within the discretion of the Authorized Reseller.
Do Not Sell List: A list of Unauthorized Resellers maintained by RETAY USA. This list may be updated from time-to-time and RETAY USA will not sell to any Distributors or Direct Dealers on this list. Any Distributor which sells to a Dealer on the Do Not Sell List will be deemed to have violated this MAP Policy, and RETAY USA, at its sole discretion, may suspend or decline to make further sales to such Distributor.
Questions? Contact us at info@retayusa.com