Open Carry / Pleasant Attitude

[goinggreyfast]

I wish they had stopped at this:

Quote:
Does Indiana statute require me to carry the handgun on my person concealed or exposed? Indiana law is silent on this issue.


The rest is opinionated drivel.

What he said.

 

[Scratcher]

That settles it. I'm going with duct taped to the forehead!

Whilst going commando................right?

 

[blamecharles]

In Indiana, we simply issue a "License to Carry Handgun". The method of carry is not defined. You may carry concealed or open, but you must have the LTCH.

Check out the INGO set of FAQs:
https://www.indianagunowners.com/fo...discussion/16185-ingunowners_faqs_sticky.html

They will answer this (and a *few* other questions) in more detail.

"Novel idea this FAQ you speak of. Should have had one years ago." Abe Lincoln

 

[Kaiser]

Bravo for you sir!! Seeing someone OCing when you are intimidated by firearms is scare enough. I look down upon those who OC and think "My attitude shouldn't matter, it's my right, I can be short and impolite if I want". Well, you can, and you can reap the consequences of what you sew and the minute seeds you plant along with everyone else who OCs.

Well said and great post starts most people think gun owners are just like they are portrayed by the left. We need to make sure we show them we are their neighbors and friends, not some wack job.

 

[Hoosierdood]

I wish they had stopped at this:



The rest is opinionated drivel.

Agreed. Not to mention the fact that they keep calling Larry a "permit". Unfortunately, that opinionated drivel permeates our law enforcement and society in general. Sure, there are exceptions, but just look at this forum. People ask all the time whether OC is legal or not, or have misconceptions about OC, and this is coming from actual gun owners. Not faulting anyone, just stating an observation.

Taking a moment to get back on topic, this is one of the several reasons why I OC. We need to change the perception. Take opportunities to educate the public. And having a pleasant attitude, confidence, and polite demeanor goes a long way in accomplishing this.

 

[Scutter01]

Incidentally, this is the same speech Fenway gives to new mods.

(warning, mild NSFW language)

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nTh5JzRziHE[/ame]

 

[IndyGunSafety]

That settles it. I'm going with duct taped to the forehead!

It's funny you say this. Years ago the Ohio AG's office released a photo of the "Forehead Holster" as the powers argued about carry in a motor vehicle. The picture was a reflection of the frustration of gun owners as the legal minds fought over wording.

I have looked for the pic but cannot find it.

 

[IndyClay]

Well, I don't know if this counts or not but I have done my own experiement. First I walk from my parked car to the 24 hr drug store downtown at about 10pm with my firearm cc. 4/6: "Excuse me sir, I need ..." [usually intoxicated and scary]. Then, I cc'ed but lifted my shirt as if getting my wallet (while showing the butt of my firearm). 2/2 times I got "Excuse me sir, do you have any... [notices firearm]...thank you sir, you have a nice day" 3/3 times, So for final experiment, I went to the same drugstore, same time, same people hanging around, this time open carry. No one bothered me, and neither the clerks, security, nor even the officer behind me in line batted an eye.

 

[38special]

I'm generally a pleasant person to begin with, but yes - I am intentionally friendlier when I OC.