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Hey folks,
Just got back from my first open carry - just a short trip down to Safeway in Sherwood. Not one question, comment, or confrontation.
I did hear behind me a young girl's voice, "Daddy, is that a real gun?". She sounded more curious than concerned. Since it wasn't addressed to me, I just walked on like it was no big deal - which is exactly the way it should be, right?
I got a lot of people looking me in the eye, though. I returned their looks pleasantly, and with a smile and a nod. I also got great service from the various Safeway employees as they helped me find an Apple/Marion berry pie and some ground beef.
I'm beginning to understand the saying "An armed society is a polite society".
I imagine my success with today's carry was greatly assisted by the fact that:
1. It was a really short trip
2. I look a lot like an off-duty cop
Of course, if anyone asks me, no, I'm not a cop (I don't care to go to jail for impersonating a police officer) and I'm just out shopping. With a gun.
I happened upon my next door neighbor while there, and we chatted amicably for awhile. I know he has a handgun and has done CC in other states, so I encouraged him to OC - maybe we'd catch lunch sometime.
Anyway, this experience has emboldened me - I can't wait till this Thursday's OC meet-up at the Bomber.
Hey folks,
Just got back from my first open carry - just a short trip down to Safeway in Sherwood. Not one question, comment, or confrontation.
I did hear behind me a young girl's voice, "Daddy, is that a real gun?". She sounded more curious than concerned. Since it wasn't addressed to me, I just walked on like it was no big deal - which is exactly the way it should be, right?
I got a lot of people looking me in the eye, though. I returned their looks pleasantly, and with a smile and a nod. I also got great service from the various Safeway employees as they helped me find an Apple/Marion berry pie and some ground beef.
I'm beginning to understand the saying "An armed society is a polite society".
I imagine my success with today's carry was greatly assisted by the fact that:
1. It was a really short trip
2. I look a lot like an off-duty cop
Of course, if anyone asks me, no, I'm not a cop (I don't care to go to jail for impersonating a police officer) and I'm just out shopping. With a gun.
I happened upon my next door neighbor while there, and we chatted amicably for awhile. I know he has a handgun and has done CC in other states, so I encouraged him to OC - maybe we'd catch lunch sometime.
Anyway, this experience has emboldened me - I can't wait till this Thursday's OC meet-up at the Bomber.
