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Ricky Bobby · #**324** 04-07-2017, 10:38 AM

^I do agree with Eric though - if we are talking about the firearm itself being the thing of displeasure to see, then it would be no different to see cops at a diner -

The social aspect of a private citizen open carrying has to be a stigma that needs to be overcome though in my opinion. A guy with a gun on his hip even if its in open view of your family has no threat to you.

This is where you need to teach the young ones at a young age that is not taboo to see a firearm in public and its not a bad thing and its especially not a toy. The Eddie Eagle program is great for youngsters to teach safety and respect for firearms so they grow up in the right mindset.

You have to remember I come from NJ - where private citizens are not allowed to carry in any form outside the home. We are completely disarmed, UNLESS you are LEO whether active or retired, or politically connected in some way, or a felon disregarding the laws.

My state has been disarmed so long that yes private citizens would freak out if they saw someone open carrying.

The point that I want to make is that there should be no discernible difference between a private citizen carrying for protection, whether open or concealed, vs. an LEO who carries on the job every day - it is still there for the protection of ourselves and others.

Again, living in a state where the LEO's are "allowed" this protection for themselves and their families, while private citizens are not is a huge concern for me and a very large factor in my move to a state which respects and honors the 2nd Amendment.

In certain situations does it draw unwanted attention from some who are of a different mindset? Absolutely. But its of no harm to you or your family Joseph - just my .02 - That would be a great teachable moment for your young ones so that they grow up respecting and not fearing firearms.

Trust me the next San Bernardino shooter is not going to calmly be open carrying in Friendly's enjoying his pancakes in the booth over from you.

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