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Re: Since open carry ....
[Re: Kev®]
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10/02/17 04:31 AM
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Saw my first one yesterday, at a pawn shop actually. I couldn't tell what he was carrying, black semi-auto, plastic retention holster...picking up an AR15 he'd ordered.
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Re: Since open carry ....
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11/20/17 01:39 PM
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The only real advantage to the law is that if you are strapped and you accidentally expose your gun you won't get in trouble now. Before you might have. x10000
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Re: Since open carry ....
[Re: Kev®]
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11/21/17 03:25 PM
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Only seen a couple here in San Antonio. Most recent was the other day at Walmart sporting goods section. I saw a blinking red light on the ground a few feet away from a guy, but didn't know what it was at first. Realized it was a laser from his gun and waited for a discreet moment to let him know it was on.
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Re: Since open carry ....
[Re: Kev®]
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11/22/17 05:44 AM
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I have open carried a couple of times but I was always wearing a long shirt and carrying one of my smaller handguns that don't print. I don't need the headache of having to constantly look over my shoulder while exposing what I have. I would rather not let people know what I have. But like others have said, the law was passed and aimed to stop people from getting charged for accidentally exposing their carry guns. I have a screwed up back due to a doctor screwing up my back surgery and will be going in for another corrective surgery soon so IWB tends to hurt these days. So now I use a 5.11 Carry Pistol Pouch when I carry. Seriously easier on my lower back and easy to get to if ever needed. I only open carry when hunting since we have some big hogs and the occasional coyote pass through the property. We shoot them on site during deer season.
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Re: Since open carry ....
[Re: Kev®]
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11/22/17 11:38 AM
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My opinion has changed considerably in the last few months after I decided to open carry for one week. I've carried open for several months now and plan to continue. Only one person has said anything and he just introduced himself and gave me his business card, had a gun shop in the DFW area. I carry a 239 SIG in a Ross holster with a thumb snap, rides tight and and unobtrusive.
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Re: Since open carry ....
[Re: Kev®]
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11/22/17 05:18 PM
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I am not an advocate of open carry, and have not seen any one here do it (some have stated they do but I have not seen them). We were going to the Friends Of The NRA banquet last summer, I thought surely some one else would be open carying. So I wore a nice western shirt tucked in and carried my LCR .357 mag open.
Yep I was the only one in the place!!!!
I know that I have shown my revolver accidentally, recover it and go on.
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Re: Since open carry ....
[Re: Kev®]
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11/25/17 08:32 AM
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I realize the real purposes of the law, but watching someone wander around with one in the open just seems strange to me. I've seen a few guys wearing guns at our local swap meet and in stores. I sort of liken it to a person wanting attention...like putting a ring in their nose, tattooing their faces, etc... No reason to not be a little discrete with the whole concept....but I guess we all have our ways of looking at things.
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Re: Since open carry ....
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11/25/17 03:41 PM
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No reason to not be a little discrete with the whole concept. And the reason for discrete would be? Not trying to be a smart arse, it's a fair question. I asked once before and I'll ask again. Is a person more likely to commit a crime in front of a marked patrol care or an unmarked one? Criminals are not noted for their heroic's.
Yes! A Weatherby does kill them deader.
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Re: Since open carry ....
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11/25/17 05:04 PM
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No reason to not be a little discrete with the whole concept. And the reason for discrete would be? * Blend in with others around me; do not want to attract attention to myself. * Do not want to advertise that I'm carrying a firearm. * Do not wan't to be the bad guy's first target (they will most likely scan the area and eliminate the threat).
I am still looking for the perfect apron, one with reinforced knee areas would be perfect.
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Re: Since open carry ....
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11/26/17 01:16 AM
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No reason to not be a little discrete with the whole concept. And the reason for discrete would be? * Do not wan't to be the bad guy's first target (they will most likely scan the area and eliminate the threat). For what reason? Yes a nut job would do this ( also less likely)....most criminal acts would involve robbery or a domestic dispute, perpetrators would see the gun as a deterrent and move along or wait for another opportunity ....an aggressive act on their part is less likely. Flame suit on.
'It's Only Treason if You Lose."
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Re: Since open carry ....
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11/26/17 03:45 AM
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No reason to not be a little discrete with the whole concept. And the reason for discrete would be? * Do not wan't to be the bad guy's first target (they will most likely scan the area and eliminate the threat). For what reason? perpetrators would see the gun as a deterrent Carrying a firearm (open or concealed) is a means for me to defend myself. It is not meant for deterrence of any crime.
I am still looking for the perfect apron, one with reinforced knee areas would be perfect.
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Re: Since open carry ....
[Re: Kev®]
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11/29/17 02:31 AM
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I don't get open carry. Why would you want to expose your hand.
Element of surprise is all you got...
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Re: Since open carry ....
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12/13/17 07:26 PM
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I conceal carry 99% of time. Was at store in line and was having discussion with a lady and she had noticed the imprint. She asked if she should feel safe since I was carrying( had a tone of attitude in her voice)? Told her only if she had her own means of protection on her, I carry for my safety! Not the stores cash register, if they threaten cashier then will approach that then but most times I'm surviving for #1's sake!
Brayden (Lazy L's Southern Comfort) you will be missed! You were more than a pet you were my reason to rise and return for many days! You were my rock! 12/26/03-10/25/13
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Re: Since open carry ....
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12/13/17 07:49 PM
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I conceal carry 99% of time. Was at store in line and was having discussion with a lady and she had noticed the imprint. She asked if she should feel safe since I was carrying( had a tone of attitude in her voice)? Told her only if she had her own means of protection on her, I carry for my safety! Not the stores cash register, if they threaten cashier then will approach that then but most times I'm surviving for #1's sake! What was the look on her face after that?
I believe in science and I’m an insufferable [censored] Actually, BBC is pretty damn good "You Cannot Simultaneously Be Politically Correct And Intellectually Honest!"
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Re: Since open carry ....
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12/13/17 10:05 PM
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I conceal carry 99% of time. Was at store in line and was having discussion with a lady and she had noticed the imprint. She asked if she should feel safe since I was carrying( had a tone of attitude in her voice)? Told her only if she had her own means of protection on her, I carry for my safety! Not the stores cash register, if they threaten cashier then will approach that then but most times I'm surviving for #1's sake! What was the look on her face after that? Pale! I'm no hero. Foot action is plan A
Brayden (Lazy L's Southern Comfort) you will be missed! You were more than a pet you were my reason to rise and return for many days! You were my rock! 12/26/03-10/25/13
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Re: Since open carry ....
[Re: RLoving1]
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12/13/17 10:29 PM
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I conceal carry 99% of time. Was at store in line and was having discussion with a lady and she had noticed the imprint. She asked if she should feel safe since I was carrying( had a tone of attitude in her voice)? Told her only if she had her own means of protection on her, I carry for my safety! Not the stores cash register, if they threaten cashier then will approach that then but most times I'm surviving for #1's sake! What was the look on her face after that? Pale! I'm no hero. Foot action is plan A Priceless.....
I believe in science and I’m an insufferable [censored] Actually, BBC is pretty damn good "You Cannot Simultaneously Be Politically Correct And Intellectually Honest!"
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Re: Since open carry ....
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12/17/17 08:55 PM
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No reason to not be a little discrete with the whole concept. And the reason for discrete would be? Not trying to be a smart arse, it's a fair question. I asked once before and I'll ask again. Is a person more likely to commit a crime in front of a marked patrol care or an unmarked one? Criminals are not noted for their heroic's. Agreed.
'It's Only Treason if You Lose."
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Re: Since open carry ....
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02/19/18 12:12 AM
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I routinely conceal carry, but depending on what I'm wearing sometimes I open carry for convenience, mostly when I'm in a vehicle.
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Re: Since open carry ....
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03/13/18 06:47 PM
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I think its silly. When the law passed I was more worried about the safety of the people who OC'd than I was anything else.
Like mentioned above, my pistol is for the protection of me and mine. It is there so that I can remove myself from a deadly situation by force if I am unable to do so otherwise. The first and best option for any deadly situation is to get out of harms way as quickly and safely as possible. If I can get out of the situation without ever having to draw my CC, I am the better for it and will do so every time. With a sidearm attached to my waist and exposed to any Tom, Dick, or Sherri who might want to cause a problem, my options of retreat without being noticed are far slimmer.
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Re: Since open carry ....
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03/13/18 08:02 PM
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I think its silly. When the law passed I was more worried about the safety of the people who OC'd than I was anything else.
Like mentioned above, my pistol is for the protection of me and mine. It is there so that I can remove myself from a deadly situation by force if I am unable to do so otherwise. The first and best option for any deadly situation is to get out of harms way as quickly and safely as possible. If I can get out of the situation without ever having to draw my CC, I am the better for it and will do so every time. With a sidearm attached to my waist and exposed to any Tom, Dick, or Sherri who might want to cause a problem, my options of retreat without being noticed are far slimmer.
And not one person who supports OC cares what you think.
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Re: Since open carry ....
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03/13/18 10:13 PM
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I think its silly. When the law passed I was more worried about the safety of the people who OC'd than I was anything else.
Like mentioned above, my pistol is for the protection of me and mine. It is there so that I can remove myself from a deadly situation by force if I am unable to do so otherwise. The first and best option for any deadly situation is to get out of harms way as quickly and safely as possible. If I can get out of the situation without ever having to draw my CC, I am the better for it and will do so every time. With a sidearm attached to my waist and exposed to any Tom, Dick, or Sherri who might want to cause a problem, my options of retreat without being noticed are far slimmer.
And not one person who supports OC cares what you think. OC was good for an accidental exposure but since it was passed lots of places I used to shop have put up 30-06 and 30-07 signs. Said if they were going to limit one they would limit both. Personally I think the value was not worth the cost.
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Re: Since open carry ....
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03/13/18 10:46 PM
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I think its silly. When the law passed I was more worried about the safety of the people who OC'd than I was anything else.
Like mentioned above, my pistol is for the protection of me and mine. It is there so that I can remove myself from a deadly situation by force if I am unable to do so otherwise. The first and best option for any deadly situation is to get out of harms way as quickly and safely as possible. If I can get out of the situation without ever having to draw my CC, I am the better for it and will do so every time. With a sidearm attached to my waist and exposed to any Tom, Dick, or Sherri who might want to cause a problem, my options of retreat without being noticed are far slimmer.
And not one person who supports OC cares what you think. cheap Wolf ammo Yeah.... wolf ammo for practicing is a whole lot more expensive than .223, at a whopping $6 per box. You don't have to be such a jerk about it; a simple "here's one box that isn't so expensive" would suffice. So you found one type of cheap ammo. I was speaking in general and their .223 ammo is still way cheaper. All the ammo I've looked at in the past has been way more expensive. Hmm...... need to borrow a mirror?
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Re: Since open carry ....
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03/14/18 01:42 PM
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Tenyearsgone: "And not one person who supports OC cares what you think."
And......
Where you going somewhere with this?
Last edited by Gangly; 03/14/18 01:43 PM.
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Re: Since open carry ....
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I think its silly. When the law passed I was more worried about the safety of the people who OC'd than I was anything else.
Like mentioned above, my pistol is for the protection of me and mine. It is there so that I can remove myself from a deadly situation by force if I am unable to do so otherwise. The first and best option for any deadly situation is to get out of harms way as quickly and safely as possible. If I can get out of the situation without ever having to draw my CC, I am the better for it and will do so every time. With a sidearm attached to my waist and exposed to any Tom, Dick, or Sherri who might want to cause a problem, my options of retreat without being noticed are far slimmer.
And not one person who supports OC cares what you think. OC was good for an accidental exposure but since it was passed lots of places I used to shop have put up 30-06 and 30-07 signs. Said if they were going to limit one they would limit both. Personally I think the value was not worth the cost. Be responsible and conceal carry anyways
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Re: Since open carry ....
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03/18/18 09:34 PM
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