After reading the review from the person who in lives in California, I do not see the harm for children to be creative in pretending a shark is being killed. IT IS JUST A TOY. I live in Florida, and people bring in sharks from their fishing trips all the time, but it is limited.
The toy is fun, and allows the child to use their imagination.
I really dont get all the fuss over this ship. Its just a toy! I bought this for my son. I dont think it sends the wrong message. Boys play like this, heck even my twin girls enjoy this toys and the shark that comes with it. My kids play for hours with this and other sets we have and I would buy more in a heartbeat.
I really think people are far to hypersensitive to things these days, but thats fine if you dont buy the stuff it leaves more for me so thanks!