Dispelling a myth

P95Carry · June 16th, 2006, 01:24 AM

Danged if I can remember a thread link from last year - where I tackled the subject of the ''Macho CCW'' - no matter.

One or two recent threads tho have raised this aspect again and I just want to impress on all new and pending CCW folks - the importance of being very much ''non-macho''.

I promote responsible CCW at every opportunity but at the same time want always to stress the fact that this is not a macho deal at all. Yes, it is a right - yes it is wise and sensible - but it most certainly is NOT an ego booster nor should it be.

I think it was Ensane today who posted about an idiot who was the personification of the ''macho'' carry guy. The sort we least want in our ranks, as I prefer to promote responsibility and low-key aspects. I want the anti's to see law abiding folks as just that - law abiding and no threat.

This is pretty much preaching to the choir but I feel is periodically worthy of a reminder. We take responsibility for our own protection and of those close to us - but it is by default almost an awesome responsibility in and of itself.

Not to overstate the case but anyone who carries has the power of life and death on their hip - even if that sounds melodramatic!

Be safe, stay safe and be responsible.

ENSANE1970 · June 16th, 2006, 02:05 AM

P95 I would love to shake your hand, I hate the wanna be LEO's, not good and they need to grow up. Carrying a weapon, is a huge responsibility and should be treated as such, which most of us on this site do. But, sometimes, you get a bad apple, that gives, we in the carrying community, a black eye.

country85 · June 16th, 2006, 05:09 AM

I really think for most of us on this board anyway, having a concealed weapon makes us more even tempered. I know for me I ignore things now I may have argued over in the past. It is not worth it. Let it go.

QKShooter · June 16th, 2006, 05:21 AM

A worthy reminder Chris.
Not too many of those types on our forum.
Thank our lucky stars on that.
There are some on the other gun boards though & usually they turn out to be the worst qualified of the defensive gun carry folks. An overcompensation for poor defensive shooting skills I think.

FastDraw · June 16th, 2006, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by country85

I really think for most of us on this board anyway, having a concealed weapon makes us more even tempered. I know for me I ignore things now I may have argued over in the past. It is not worth it. Let it go.

Very well put country85....

Packing heat is a big responsibility

PapaScout · June 16th, 2006, 08:13 AM

+1 Chris and Country85

I even drive more slowly now that I carry. Weird, huh? Not that I was ever living on the edge :) but it's certainly had a mellowing effect.

ELCruisr · June 16th, 2006, 08:24 AM

Packing should make us almost painfully respectful and polite. Part of a whole outlook on personal defense in my book is to stay "under the radar" as much as possible. Be the unnoticed one who dosn't stand out for any reason. Just another average Joe who, if contact is made, just seems to be a nice polite person but nothing unusual. Threaten me or mine and that illusion can change, rapidly, however.

I wish this was hammered into all applicants heads. It certainly helps when you hear the expression "You carry? But you're such a nice guy!" That's only happened once as a close friend found out, I don't exactly let people know. But my point to him was, exactly, it's nice polite respectful folks who usually carry. Not uber whacko, macho movie wanna be's.

Eric

.45acp · June 16th, 2006, 08:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by country85

I really think for most of us on this board anyway, having a concealed weapon makes us more even tempered. I know for me I ignore things now I may have argued over in the past. It is not worth it. Let it go.

That, a few more years and a family, all helped me settle down.
I guess it's best called responsability.

OD · June 16th, 2006, 09:25 AM

+1, Chris.

CopperKnight · June 16th, 2006, 09:39 AM

An occasional reminder of important things is always welcome.

June 16th, 2006, 01:24 AM	#1
P95Carry Assistant Administrator Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: South West PA Posts: 25,468	Dispelling a myth Danged if I can remember a thread link from last year - where I tackled the subject of the ''Macho CCW'' - no matter. One or two recent threads tho have raised this aspect again and I just want to impress on all new and pending CCW folks - the importance of being very much ''non-macho''. I promote responsible CCW at every opportunity but at the same time want always to stress the fact that this is not a macho deal at all. Yes, it is a right - yes it is wise and sensible - but it most certainly is NOT an ego booster nor should it be. I think it was Ensane today who posted about an idiot who was the personification of the ''macho'' carry guy. The sort we least want in our ranks, as I prefer to promote responsibility and low-key aspects. I want the anti's to see law abiding folks as just that - law abiding and no threat. This is pretty much preaching to the choir but I feel is periodically worthy of a reminder. We take responsibility for our own protection and of those close to us - but it is by default almost an awesome responsibility in and of itself. Not to overstate the case but anyone who carries has the power of life and death on their hip - even if that sounds melodramatic! Be safe, stay safe and be responsible. __________________ Chris - P95 NRA Certified Instructor & NRA Life Member. "To own a gun and assume that you are armed is like owning a piano and assuming that you are a musician!." If a BG dies as the result of pointing a gun at me, then he has merely succumbed to an occupational hazard of being a thug

June 16th, 2006, 02:05 AM	#2
ENSANE1970 Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: SC Posts: 200	P95 I would love to shake your hand, I hate the wanna be LEO's, not good and they need to grow up. Carrying a weapon, is a huge responsibility and should be treated as such, which most of us on this site do. But, sometimes, you get a bad apple, that gives, we in the carrying community, a black eye. __________________ If you want a battle of the wit's, please come armed. Ron Paul Revolution 2008!!! NRA Member

June 16th, 2006, 05:21 AM	#4
QKShooter Assistant Administrator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Off Of The X Posts: 23,502	A worthy reminder Chris. Not too many of those types on our forum. Thank our lucky stars on that. There are some on the other gun boards though & usually they turn out to be the worst qualified of the defensive gun carry folks. An overcompensation for poor defensive shooting skills I think. __________________ Liberty/Tyranny ___________________________ Ain't That A Shame! Be Happy! *http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OG3u...1&feature=fvwp*

June 16th, 2006, 08:13 AM	#6
PapaScout Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 570	+1 Chris and Country85 I even drive more slowly now that I carry. Weird, huh? Not that I was ever living on the edge :) but it's certainly had a mellowing effect. __________________ "If you so much as bunny hop I'll cut your heart out!" Billy Bob Thornton in The Last Real Cowboys "I carry a gun for the same reason that I carry health insurance and a cell phone - be prepared."

June 16th, 2006, 09:25 AM	#9
OD VIP Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Vatican City Posts: 3,302	+1, Chris. __________________ OD "Slow down, you'll get a more harmonious outcome...." -------------------------------------------- *"The pistol, learn it well, carry it always ..." - Jeff Cooper*

June 16th, 2006, 05:09 AM	#3
country85 Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: North Carolinia Posts: 146	I really think for most of us on this board anyway, having a concealed weapon makes us more even tempered. I know for me I ignore things now I may have argued over in the past. It is not worth it. Let it go.

June 16th, 2006, 08:24 AM	#7
ELCruisr VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Central FL Posts: 2,071	Packing should make us almost painfully respectful and polite. Part of a whole outlook on personal defense in my book is to stay "under the radar" as much as possible. Be the unnoticed one who dosn't stand out for any reason. Just another average Joe who, if contact is made, just seems to be a nice polite person but nothing unusual. Threaten me or mine and that illusion can change, rapidly, however. I wish this was hammered into all applicants heads. It certainly helps when you hear the expression "You carry? But you're such a nice guy!" That's only happened once as a close friend found out, I don't exactly let people know. But my point to him was, exactly, it's nice polite respectful folks who usually carry. Not uber whacko, macho movie wanna be's. Eric

June 16th, 2006, 09:39 AM	#10
CopperKnight Moderator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Spokane area, WA Posts: 6,148	An occasional reminder of important things is always welcome. __________________ eschew obfuscation The only thing that stops bad guys with guns is good guys with guns. SgtD

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