Reply #61: I once asked a man why he always carried ... [View All]

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and his reply was, "I don't have a way of putting a reminder on my computer that tells me that I need to carry on a certain day. If I did, I just wouldn't leave the house on that day."

Chances are slim that a person will ever have to use a weapon for self defense, but they do exist. If you just happen to be in a Chuck-e-Cheese at the wrong time, you might find yourself in a situation where a concealed weapon might save our life or the life of someone else.

People differ and to you what you feel is an irrational fear may to many others seem a potential problem that requires serious consideration and preparation. Some people depend on luck and statistics, others prepare for any eventuality.

I have no problem with your decision not to carry a firearm for self defense. It's your choice and perhaps in your shoes it is a wise one. Guns are NOT for everybody, nor is concealed carry. For example, you might be unwilling to actually use your firearm to injure or kill another individual even if he was attacking you in a manner that would lead to serious injury or death. If you don't honestly believe that you would be willing to kill another individual if absolutely necessary, then you should not own a firearm for self defense. Only a fool would do so.

I carry a concealed weapon not because of irrational fear but merely because I have invested time, money and considerable practice in qualifying for a concealed carry permit. I obtained the permit so that I could carry, so why should I leave the weapon at home. That makes little or no sense.

I carry an S&W snub nosed .38 revolver in a pocket holster. I merely grab the holster with the revolver and drop it into my front pants pocket on the way out the door. The revolver is extremely light and comfortable to carry.

I don't go looking for trouble and I practice situational awareness to avoid problems. I doubt if I will ever have to use the weapon for legal self defense. I don't have to carry a weapon, but as I have said I went through the effort to get a permit so that I could carry it. So I do.