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OPEN CARRY IN CHICAGO

2ndammendmentbrotha

Regular Member
Joined
Oct 23, 2009
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Location
Hammond, Indiana, USA
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Hello all. I am a well armed everydayHoosier living right next to Chicago in Hammond. Where legal I always carry my SW40VE open or concealed. However lately I have had to venture into Chicago frequently. Whenever I have to make a trip into Chicago I open carry an empty holster. I ride the "L" and walk. I have had people do double takes and a few ask about my holster and I use this as an opportunity to educate therights abused subjects ofChicago. I would suggest that more of us do this to get the word outand be seen. It does not always take an organized event so get out there and help me educate!
 

Big Gay Al

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Location
Mason, Michigan, USA
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Well, all I can say is, be safe. I lived in the Chicago area for over 22 years. There were places I wouldn't go, even WITH a gun. :)
 
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