Jacobf why do you guys keep saying the government buys our gear.They dont give me a damn thing i pay taxes every year.Why don,t you fish with a willow, stick cotton line, and asewing needle?Because it,s the 21st century and you would be stupid if you did.Plugger the answer is no or atleast not until that escapement goal is met.But when it is than yes just as your qouta increases.I pay for all my commercial gear as well as my sport gear and state sport license.