Gun question. To carry or not to carry.

[Yeochief]

To carry or not to carry

As a life member of the NRA, retired military and retired postman, I'm likely already in some data base labeled “Potentially Dangerous Nut Jobs”.


If I purchase a firearm, my name will go through the Instant Background Check system, but isn't supposed to be recorded for posterity.


However, if I decide to apply for a Concealed Carry Permit, my name will be on public record as a gun owner. Given the current administration and hysteria over firearms, I have real reservations about having my name on such a list. Just sayin'.

 

[AlamoRyder]

Somethings we do because we just have to

As a life member of the NRA, retired military and retired postman, I'm likely already in some data base labeled “Potentially Dangerous Nut Jobs”.


If I purchase a firearm, my name will go through the Instant Background Check system, but isn't supposed to be recorded for posterity.


However, if I decide to apply for a Concealed Carry Permit, my name will be on public record as a gun owner. Given the current administration and hysteria over firearms, I have real reservations about having my name on such a list. Just sayin'.

I know what you mean. Everyday things get crazier in this country and I guess we have to live through some real stupidity from our leaders to learn what reality is from the the other sides prospective. I had enough about 3 years ago but I guess some others need another few years. So be it I guess. They can put me on any list they want because I know I am in the right and I will protect my rights to the end. We have a saying here in Texas from our early history with Mexico’s dictator Santa Anna who sent a small force to take a communities small cannon used for protection from Indians. “Come and Take It”!! I don’t look for trouble but I will not bow to abuse. I ain’t worried about no stinkin’ list!!

 

[bruiser]

My name is already on a lot of lists. By the way, I looked at a Beretta Bobcat and Tomcat for the wife. She liked the feel and weight of the Tomcat. Now I have to find one she can test before I spring for one.

 

[Bob Denman]

Glad to hear that you found one that'll work for her! :thumbup:

 

[gnirtsnod]

It must be the Canada in me, but I have seen a few guys post about side arms in here. I am just curious why the need to carry? I have to admit, I haven't been in a lot of the USA. Just the north to mid-west from New York to Washington State, which is probably more than most Canadians. I love to visit the USA.I have a pistol. Never felt I needed it on a road trip. The only places I ever felt concerned for my safety were parts of Michigan and Illinois, and a perhaps some of Indiana. I have relatives that live in Texas in the winter, and they have never expressed a concern. Am I missing something? When I get on the Spyder and venture south, should I be carrying where I can? Looking for advise? I have been in some of the biggest :cus: holes in Canada, and made it out. I am not try to stir up the big gun debate, just wonder what people think about the need to carry.

Four of us were riding in the mountains of WV when we decided to take a break along side the road in a little pull-off. A young woman was walking her dog and although she may have been a little concerned, we never even looked toward her or got near her. Well she must have called her man friend because a car load of guys showed up screaming and hollering to us. We all rose, stepped over to the bikes, flipped open the tour paks, and laid our hands on our guns - not pulling them out. The guys chose not to see if we were bluffing and drove on off. We drove on our way, as well. The trip remained enjoyable.

Did someone say something about a "parachute"? ...Don

P.S. I don't go out to eat in Macon without a concealed piece - day or night. I'm not paranoid. I just read the local paper.

 

[Questions]

"Better to have it and not need it then to need it and not have it."

:agree:

 

[bruisersbaby]

My name is already on a lot of lists. By the way, I looked at a Beretta Bobcat and Tomcat for the wife. She liked the feel and weight of the Tomcat. Now I have to find one she can test before I spring for one.

Hoping to take the concealed carry course soon. They offer one on base, through Outdoor Recreation. I'm not new to using a gun (or an M-16) but need the refresher.

 

[retread]

I have a 12 year old grandson who is going to be attending a gun safety course with me, I need a refresher, and he needs a good start. If he pays attention, and does well, he may be going to the range with me.

john

 

[retired1]

My house was burglarized:yikes:. They stole my Model 19 S&W snd my, never fired, 22 cal. Henry"Golden Boy". I wondered if anyone had experience or opinion about the Taurus 45 cal./410 revolver.
Thnx John

 

[Bob Denman]

Loaded with two and a half-inch .410s; it'll more than do the job on any miscreant! :2thumbs:
The Long Colt slugs might cause trouble with over penetration in a household environment

 

[boborgera]

Loaded with two and a half-inch .410s; it'll more than do the job on any miscreant! :2thumbs:
The Long Colt slugs might cause trouble with over penetration in a household environment

I have a 410/ long colt [rifle] A 410 Slug will do quite a bit of damage,
The 45 L/C on the other hand is a relatively weak round.:dontknow:

 

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: :hun: Weak?? :shocked: :hun:
After you take one to the ribcage; I'd dare you to say that! :shocked:
Is it a 44 magnum; Heck no!
But a 250 gr or so hunk of lead at about 750 fps isn't to be trifled with.

 

[boborgera]

:shocked: :hun: Weak?? :shocked: :hun:
After you take one to the ribcage; I'd dare you to say that! :shocked:
Is it a 44 magnum; Heck no!
But a 250 gr or so hunk of lead at about 750 fps isn't to be trifled with.

Right; but no over penetration in a household environment.

 

[Bob Denman]

If you hit a wall stud; no... :thumbup: They'll stop pretty near any .45 launched at them (.454 Casulls are exempt from stoppage! :yikes
But plaster or sheetrock; I wouldn't want to bet a family member's life on it. :shocked:

 

[boborgera]

If you hit a wall stud; no... :thumbup: They'll stop pretty near any .45 launched at them (.454 Casulls are exempt from stoppage! :yikes
But plaster or sheetrock; I wouldn't want to bet a family member's life on it. :shocked:

OK , one more time and then I'm done with this subject, If you hit the intended target, [Which if your gonna pull the trigger you darn well should] The L/C slug will stop there.

 

[Bob Denman]

Ummm... I'll agree with that statement... :thumbup:
But things don't always go as planned in a high stress situation with limited skills, training and practice. :shocked:

 

[bruiser]

RE: The Judge 45/410. Figure it this way, if you manage not to hit them the sound of that beast should make them leave an easy to follow brown trail. :yikes:

 

[Bob Denman]

:roflblack: Just don't step in that Brown Trail! :shocked: :barf:

 

[grumpybob]

TRY THIS ONE OUT

If you hit a wall stud; no... :thumbup: They'll stop pretty near any .45 launched at them (.454 Casulls are exempt from stoppage! :yikes
But plaster or sheetrock; I wouldn't want to bet a family member's life on it. :shocked:

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[johnwinslow]

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