Why don't normal doll shops sell ABJDs?

BJDs are generally hand cast AFTER being paid for, as they are so expensive compared to plastic dolls that get mass produced from injection molds. Such a product obviously is difficult to stock in a store.
Also, BJDs are not mainstream. Most doll collectors I have talked about them to get quite annoyed at the idea of a doll that is regularly played with, needs maintenance, might yellow, and isn't typically cherubic and infant/childlike. BJDs are mostly a departure from the norm in the Doll Collecting circles, and their cost is prohibitive to any but a dedicated collector.

 

I don't think they will ever carry actual BJD's in doll shops, since they are made to order and such. But I definitely look forward to the day when I can buy BJD specific clothing in stores

 

A local shop here wants to sell ABJD but she's run into a lot of difficulty in becoming a dealer. Most of the companies she wants to sell for won't get back to her or say they don't do dealers. Her store is also very well lit and small with only glass cabinets near the windows which would pose yellowing problems for the dolls to be displayed. It's been mentioned previously but I thought I should reiterate, the economy has fallen off a great deal especially for luxuries. Several hobby shops in my area have closed and some are barely making by even with layoffs. I don't think it'd be financially sound to invest in these expensive dolls knowing the economic climate to be unstable.

Also, random but I'd love to own my very own variety, doll shop with the main business being a cafe one day. I'd like to sell only second hand dolls. :3

 

You could also look for a convention or meetup in your area....

 

Personally, I really hope normal shops don't start selling BJDs. I don't want random old ladies start buying them just to have them sit around and not be played with. BJDs are made to be customized and have photos taken of them and stuff like that. If everyone started getting one, they just wouldn't be so different and...special. I like being able to walk down the street and have people be excited and freaked out and have questions. Having people just be like 'Oh, its one of those dolls.' and just walk on would make me really sad.