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August 12, 2010
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i always prefer to counseal carry my fire arm as it is for my safety not for show other think is if a criminal attack you and know that you have weapon he should be more prepare to handle that situation what other members and friend think about this?
January 8, 2011
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I think that if the bad guy knows you are armed it will most likely cause him to re-evaluate his career path choice. On the other hand if you have something he wants then yes, he will most likely alter his plan of attack.
Where I live I think I am more likely to have a home invasion than an open attack away from home. I watched a video last night that caused me to alter my home invasion plan. I am changing out revolvers for semi autos. The .40 Glock will be beside my bed and my .45 Kimber will be by my TV watching chair. The revolvers will then be scattered about my house where I can get my hands on them. My plan is to never be more than 3 seconds away from a loaded gun. I hope I will never have to use my plan but it pays to be prepared for the unexpected.
Hossman 
February 11, 2010
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Concealed is the way to go , the unknown is better than the known.
-Blacktop
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March 2, 2008
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Interesting, as Connecticut IS Open Carry (for Permit holders), but up until about 3 years ago, the local/State PD's have very successfully clamped down through intimidation and harassment. Much has changed here, and I have no issue with anyone that open carries, I would not be comfortable doing so.
I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman "Were is the Self Help Section?" She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.
George Carlin
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March 27, 2009
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Concealed here is the way, crime has dropped as more are carrying (to bad for the bad guys)! Although you may carry as many as you can conceal, hnad guns only! Always looking for new ways to conceal, never far from a Dan or my NAA, or P64 which all 3 go with me everywhere! this winter will go for more fire power as the thicker clothing will need a hotter round to do the job! So 44 mag, Glock 30, or ....... Open carry here is unloaded only (what for??)!
July 22, 2011
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I feel (in public) ccw is much better than open carry (loaded or unloaded) for a myriad of reasons. Here are just a couple:
1. Foremost, in a hostile situation, the bad guys will take out their biggest threat first, i.e. known armed personnel. I routinely remind my kids to never blurt out (when I'm off duty) something like, "Do something dad, you're a cop, or you have a gun!" because I would be taken out first.
2. CCW makes you less of a target, blend in better, doesn't stick out like sore thumb, etc.
On a side note, for those who ccw/open carry, might I suggest finding opportunities to try something like the MILO or FATS machines. I suspect some agencies with citizens academies may have such a system. One thing that I've seen is that even good folks who are CCW licensed and have good range time are often surprised on how they "actually" reacted when presented with drawing/not drawing or shoot/no shoot situations. I've seen some who were very competent. However, I've also seen some who became frozen when confronted with deadly situations, and I've seen some who committed unjustifiable shooting. Granted, these training are catered to LE/military training, but it does allow for one to gauge his mental readiness/reaction in a hightened state.
Sorry for going off topic......CCW is the way to go in my humble opinion.
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March 27, 2009
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beaudog, good info and right on target! What and where are these (MILO or FATS machines)?
Thanks
Dans Club
March 2, 2008
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I went to a bookstore and asked the saleswoman "Were is the Self Help Section?" She said if she told me, it would defeat the purpose.
George Carlin
July 22, 2011
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My only other comment about anyone who CCW's. Be mindful of your unconscious movement/behaviors that are tell-tale signs to a trained eye:
"unusual" gaits or walk due to weight of weapon; touching/re-adjustment of weapon for reassurance or comfort; even what and how clothes are worn; large fanny packs; etc.
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