Posted on Dec 14, 2014
Which would you prefer: open carry or concealed?
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Which would you prefer to exercise if given the choice?
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Depends.
In the woods where my clothing might hinder access if I were suddenly attacked by an animal? Open carry at 3:00 position, in addition to the rifle that I'm likely carrying because I'm hunting.
Out and about in town where people not knowing I'm armed would be a tactical advantage in case of an armed assailant or other VCA? Concealed carry, IWB, 4:00 position.
In the woods where my clothing might hinder access if I were suddenly attacked by an animal? Open carry at 3:00 position, in addition to the rifle that I'm likely carrying because I'm hunting.
Out and about in town where people not knowing I'm armed would be a tactical advantage in case of an armed assailant or other VCA? Concealed carry, IWB, 4:00 position.
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Depends on situation but most generally I conceal for the fact I want to see the surprise on their face. Plus with open the bad guys no who to go after first
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OWB holster concealed is my daily choice when not going on post....and I'll keep it that way even if Texas goes to allowed open carry.
I'd like open carry legalized, so there will be ZERO concern if I have a "wardrobe malfunction" right now it's almost a zero concern... but the possibility of a hassle does exists under current law.
I'd like open carry legalized, so there will be ZERO concern if I have a "wardrobe malfunction" right now it's almost a zero concern... but the possibility of a hassle does exists under current law.
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If I had to choose though concealed. It lacks the psychological deterrent of open carry but does keep you from being a primary target giving you a better chance to fight back against such a situation.
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Concealed. What the open carry advocates don't understand is that they have been able to accomplish with their actions what the anti gunners haven't been able to do through legislation. Large chain stores and restaurants have responded to numerous open carry protests by banning completely the carrying of any firearm, open or concealed. Way to go, asshats!
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CPT (Join to see)
I'm a concealed carry advocate and I support open carry, just not the fat slobs who are dressed and look like hell with their SKSs' tacti-cooled out. Glock or whatever (no Hi-Points!) in a Blackhawk holster or something similar, dressed halfway decently, looking halfway decent, I'm fine with. I agree, though SGT Gold, there have been too many "asshats" out there. When I have open carried, I've made it a point to make sure I look presentable and professional. As I said in my comment below, most folks either don't notice or probably assume I'm law enforcement of some kind. Then again, I live in the Black Hills area so people are pretty used to seeing guns.
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PO1 Dan Patrick
I concur, CPT. The problem is that the law applies to everyone equally, regardless of personal hygiene or dress habits. Therefore, the greasy asshats in camo pants, t-shirt, NRA ballcap and flip-flops with an AR-15 slung make us all look bad. Fortunately, I don't care about company bans; I carry concealed everywhere. In Florida, even if someone notices my weapon (Glock 27) the worst they can do is ask me to leave.
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Oh, yeah, definitely the law applies to everyone I just wish people would realize the "face" they are putting on gun owners when they walk around with an AR-15 slung. A handgun in a holster, I feel is non-threatening to the vast majority of people. I concur with your "carry everywhere" regardless of store/company policy.
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Personally...concealed. For those who wish to open carry they also have my support...they are drawing the attention...not me!
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Either works for me. I've carried my G21 openly with two spare magazines on the other hip and I've carried my G26 concealed many times. I think most people probably didn't notice when I open carried or figured I was some sort of law enforcement type.
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Open and/or concealed. If concealed only, an inadvertent reveal can get you arrested. Open carry may have you arrested because the LEO "couldn't see it."
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