I open carried for the first time a couple days ago. Went to a local CVS and then a Harris Teeter. It was uneventful, although I think the HT cashier did a double-take as I was leaving. The pharmacy tech I talked to at CVS either didn't notice or didn't care. I was a bit nervous at first, and then was more relaxed for the second store.
I probably won't OC again until I've practiced drawing my firearm more. I'd like to be more confident in drawing and using it should the need arise. I also need to get a couple new holsters (I'm not thrilled with the one I have, and my second gun doesn't have one yet) ... but I need some more $$ before I get new equipment.
Probably won't OC the rest of the summer, but will start again sometime this fall. Given how many tourists my area gets, I'd rather be experienced and prepared to chat with folks about OC before I carry regularly in front of tourists. Hopefully by then I'll also be a bit lighter (although I've got a ways to go) and more comfy carrying.
- Chip (another one)
I probably won't OC again until I've practiced drawing my firearm more. I'd like to be more confident in drawing and using it should the need arise. I also need to get a couple new holsters (I'm not thrilled with the one I have, and my second gun doesn't have one yet) ... but I need some more $$ before I get new equipment.
Probably won't OC the rest of the summer, but will start again sometime this fall. Given how many tourists my area gets, I'd rather be experienced and prepared to chat with folks about OC before I carry regularly in front of tourists. Hopefully by then I'll also be a bit lighter (although I've got a ways to go) and more comfy carrying.
- Chip (another one)
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