common sense carry

[Larryjr]

Troll much

Wasn't trying to be provocative, the subject was just on my mind.

 

[gregkl]

What is a troll? Someone tried to explain it to me. Is it when someone who really doesn't have an opinion, but they post just to start something? Thanks.

 

[Larryjr]

That's great.....if you were to ASSUME you would be the bystander to a situation rather than the immediate, unexpecting target.

For more detailed responses on ALL of your carefully thought out theories, please visit: https://www.indianagunowners.com/forums/carry-issues-self-defense/71996-open-carry-argument.html and read through the ENTIRE thread, not just the OP.

I read the article just a short time ago after it was posted by Bunnykid68.

 

[Manatee]

I used to OC quite a bit. But, it turned into a bad habit.

 

[Bull1315]

You just answered you own question, the criminal sees an armed person as a threat, so they move on.

Or they take out the visible threat first.. mulitple ways these could play out and each scenario is different. I see the plus on both sides of the issue.

 

[lonehoosier]

Thanks. I don't know everything and it's a well written article but I just don't agree.

I'm confused about your signature "When the facts change, I change my mind. What do you do, sir?"

 

[chezuki]

Wasn't trying to be provocative

Oh yeah?

II know what I'm going to say will make some angry. I'm, frankly, past caring....

...I sort of understand the thinking but I just think it's dumb.....

.....no offense intended, grow up please.

 

[Larryjr]

What is a troll? Someone tried to explain it to me. Is it when someone who really doesn't have an opinion, but they post just to start something? Thanks.

If I may, I understand a troll to be one who post inflammatory material or subject matter with the intention of causing disent or commotion. As the OP, that was not my intention in any way.

 

[chezuki]

What is a troll? Someone tried to explain it to me. Is it when someone who really doesn't have an opinion, but they post just to start something? Thanks.

Pretty much nailed it. Someone who stirs the pot just to watch the mess.

Also, trolls will ALWAYS tell you they aren't trolling.

 

[Larryjr]

Oh yeah?

Ok, I'll admit, I could have worded my thoughts better. Sorry to all offended.

 

[Bunnykid68]

Or they take out the visible threat first.. mulitple ways these could play out and each scenario is different. I see the plus on both sides of the issue.

Find me a couple of stories about this ever happening. I will wait right here

 

[lonehoosier]

There are many on here that agree with you. They just won't say it.


And of course, then there are the opinions! Which become facts for many folks...

How do you know this to be true. You should take your own advise.

 

[gregkl]

How do you know this to be true. You should take your own advise.

lol. Touche'. You are right, I just added my own opinion didn't I. I'll tuck my tail now and leave....

 

[lonehoosier]

lol. Touche'. You are right, I just added my own opinion didn't I. I'll tuck my tail now and leave....

Don't do that, It's all good. You can stay

 

[nakinate]

It seems this sort of high entertainment happens around here regularly. And it seems to be the same topics that start it.

 

[nra4ever]

The only reason why I wear a cowboy hat n boots and open carry is so I can feel big. I'm only 5'5".

Now you have ruined every thing...

I'm gonna need a new wardrobe now.

 

[LockStocksAndBarrel]

I'm looking forward to all of those "shot first" stories. It will be a good read, I'm sure.

Well, I need to move on to another thread. I hope I can understand it, though. You know, since I'm an immature, dumb guy hoping to feel big and gain some respect.

I'll be back after ATM has his way...

 

[gregkl]

It seems this sort of high entertainment happens around here regularly. And it seems to be the same topics that start it.

We are a passionate bunch. And I like popcorn!

NRA, keep the boots and hat. Wear a side by side double barrel shotgun and a pair of Peacemakers!

 

[Larryjr]

Pretty much nailed it. Someone who stirs the pot just to watch the mess.

Also, trolls will ALWAYS tell you they aren't trolling.

I've taken some pretty hard hits on here for not reading or posting "the open carry argument". Also I'm getting beat up for being a troll. I'm a big boy and I can take it but you who are pointing out my flaws could have also done a little research in my posting history and you would see that I'm just your average poster. Hell, I don't even come here that often.

 

[possum_128]

I realize we live a "free society" where folks (like me) have many and varied opinions. I know what I'm going to say will make some angry. I'm, frankly, past caring.

I carry concealed everyday, most recently with my M&P Shield in my new G-Code Incog holster. I consider it a responsibility, not unlike carrying insurance, in order to protect my family, myself and those around me - there are a lot of bad, bad people out there. Just lately I've seen more open carry folks while I'm out and about than I've seen in all my life. I sort of understand the thinking but I just think it's dumb.

To me, whether we can or can't open carry isn't even part of the issue. If you are not a member of law enforcement and you're open carrying, IMHO, your losing the element of surprise and potentially inviting trouble where it other wise wouldn't be. I've thought about this for quite a while. The positives for allowing others to know without a doubt that you are armed doesn't even come close to the negatives.

And I'm just going to say it, if you happen to be one of those people who feel big and think you are gaining respect of others because you have your weapon out there, no offense intended, grow up please.

And I'm just going to say it, if you happen to be one of those people who feel big and think you are gaining respect of others because you have a problem with people who carry their weapon out in the open, by the way, offense intended, grow up please.