Do Clicks On Sponsor Links Benefit the Forums?

I buy from Midsouth Shooters and Graf's occasionally, is there any benefit for the forums to come here first and use the links at the top of the page vs going directly to their websites? I wouldn't mind coming here first and using the links if it benefits castboolits but not looking to add steps if there's no difference.

As I understand it, there is a clear benefit to the forums by clicking the links here.

--Wag--

I buy from them. I had them bookmarked. Now i since im a member here. I go to there sites through here to help support the forum. Not sure if the clicks themselves generate any support income. Or maybe they pay a flat rate to advertise?

Thanks guys, I'll be sure to come here first and follow the vendor links.

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They do, though I'm not sure how. I do know that if a a particular advertiser doesn't get enough clicks from the site they'll take their banner elsewhere.

Never thought bout it but if it helps i will start going through here.

Why can't we get a definitive answer from, say, the Master Chief?

The answer is yes.