Had positive OC experiences

justherenow · September 21st, 2009, 07:48 PM

I have had my Ohio CHL since January of this year and before selling it, I carried and M&P 9c regularly. One day, I decided to OC into CVS to get my sons medications filled. Nobody said a word, only had a little old lady bug her eyes out at it, but nothing said, very uneventful.

Both Fri, Sat and today, I OC'ed into a couple fast food places, both Fri and Sat they were dead. The manager noticed it on Fri and started calling me sir and such but never mentioned it, but i saw him looking straight at it. A guy locally that OC's ALOT says that they tend to think anyone with a gun in there is a cop since it is downtown by the court house. Today, the place had quite a few people, not as many as a Sat morning, but not one person noticed that I know of, the manager may have, but she did not mention it or anything, but she did give me a funny look.

I have thought about OC'ing when I go grocery shopping. I am not sure the reaction I would get since the store has an off duty LEO working security there.

So far, all positive uneventful days, just the way it should be.

kentuckycarry · September 22nd, 2009, 02:24 AM

I OC when I go out of town and look forward to it. Never had anyone say a thing except for one man at a hotel. He was standing outside his room helping his gilrfriend ( I assume ) with her luggage. He looked at my gun and said " Oooo, look at that big gun". He seemed surprised but didnt freak.
Most people dont even notice....

retsupt99 · September 22nd, 2009, 06:50 AM

FL does not allow OC, but this past summer we ventured up to the Northern states and I bought a great OWB holster to give OC a whirl.
I felt completely awkward and remained CC most of the time. That was in KY, IN, and MI. I was just not sure of the reaction. Actually, part of the reason was that while we were in IN, three escaped convicts were right behind my son's place (a 3 square mile area)...there were a billion cops spread out like ants...everywhere...I just didn't want the attention.
I did, however, discover how comfortable the OWB holster was...

MinistrMalic · September 22nd, 2009, 11:50 AM

I am occasionally OCing to keep it in people's stream of conscience that OC is legal in AZ. I have never had a problem and most don't notice. The few who do, seldom say a word.

BaserRonin · September 22nd, 2009, 12:41 PM

I started paying a little more attention to the way people look at me when I don't OC. I have come to the conclusion that the funny looks I think are directed at me for OC'ing are just the way some people look.

rmodel65 · September 22nd, 2009, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by retsupt99

FL does not allow OC, but this past summer we ventured up to the Northern states and I bought a great OWB holster to give OC a whirl.
I felt completely awkward and remained CC most of the time. That was in KY, IN, and MI. I was just not sure of the reaction. Actually, part of the reason was that while we were in IN, three escaped convicts were right behind my son's place (a 3 square mile area)...there were a billion cops spread out like ants...everywhere...I just didn't want the attention.
I did, however, discover how comfortable the OWB holster was...

yeah OWB CC>IWB CC when i got to jacksonville i always carry OWB with my M&P40 in a sepra unless i carry the keltec which has the belt clip for IWB

justherenow · September 22nd, 2009, 08:43 PM

I find it liberating to OC. Tonight we went out for pizza to a local joint, we are regular customers there and they pretty much know what we want when we walk in. We ate and the owner asked me if I was required to keep the gun concealed and I was like "nope, Ohio is an open carry state, anyone that can buy can OC, just not in a car". He seemed surprised about that. One of his teenage cooks asked how to get one and I explained the process.

I went to the bank due to some issues, was pocket carrying and found out the banker that I was working with has a CHL and use to be a combat firearms instructor. He said he loves it when he knows a customer is carrying, and my comment was, "you should be glad I am here". NOTE: the bank I use is not posted as a CPZ.

TN_Mike · September 23rd, 2009, 02:40 AM

That is all good to hear!

Radionicist · September 24th, 2009, 09:50 PM

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Originally Posted by justherenow

I find it liberating to OC. Tonight we went out for pizza to a local joint, we are regular customers there and they pretty much know what we want when we walk in. We ate and the owner asked me if I was required to keep the gun concealed and I was like "nope, Ohio is an open carry state, anyone that can buy can OC, just not in a car". He seemed surprised about that. One of his teenage cooks asked how to get one and I explained the process.

I have an Ohio CHL as well. I'd love to carry where I enjoy pizza, but I've yet to find a pizza joint that doesn't serve beer, which makes me an instant criminal if I carry therein.

I'm hoping a change in the General Assembly come next year will lead to sensible carry privledges in restaurants, as those Hoosiers next door enjoy.

justherenow · September 25th, 2009, 06:34 AM

There is only one shop I eat at, its a mom and pop type place and they do not serve. I too hope the G.A. will open up our rights a bit more, a few places I want to try that are new, but I do not know if they serve or not and I do not want to be an instant criminal.

September 21st, 2009, 07:48 PM	#1
justherenow Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 459	Had positive OC experiences I have had my Ohio CHL since January of this year and before selling it, I carried and M&P 9c regularly. One day, I decided to OC into CVS to get my sons medications filled. Nobody said a word, only had a little old lady bug her eyes out at it, but nothing said, very uneventful. Both Fri, Sat and today, I OC'ed into a couple fast food places, both Fri and Sat they were dead. The manager noticed it on Fri and started calling me sir and such but never mentioned it, but i saw him looking straight at it. A guy locally that OC's ALOT says that they tend to think anyone with a gun in there is a cop since it is downtown by the court house. Today, the place had quite a few people, not as many as a Sat morning, but not one person noticed that I know of, the manager may have, but she did not mention it or anything, but she did give me a funny look. I have thought about OC'ing when I go grocery shopping. I am not sure the reaction I would get since the store has an off duty LEO working security there. So far, all positive uneventful days, just the way it should be. __________________ -------------------------- Ohio CHL since 1/29/2009 Those who trade liberty for security have neither. ~John Adams 64,999,987 firearms owners killed no one yesterday.

September 22nd, 2009, 02:24 AM	#2
kentuckycarry VIP Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: kentucky Posts: 2,193	I OC when I go out of town and look forward to it. Never had anyone say a thing except for one man at a hotel. He was standing outside his room helping his gilrfriend ( I assume ) with her luggage. He looked at my gun and said " Oooo, look at that big gun". He seemed surprised but didnt freak. Most people dont even notice.... __________________ Prepare for the worst and hope it never happens

September 22nd, 2009, 06:50 AM	#3
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,793	FL does not allow OC, but this past summer we ventured up to the Northern states and I bought a great OWB holster to give OC a whirl. I felt completely awkward and remained CC most of the time. That was in KY, IN, and MI. I was just not sure of the reaction. Actually, part of the reason was that while we were in IN, three escaped convicts were right behind my son's place (a 3 square mile area)...there were a billion cops spread out like ants...everywhere...I just didn't want the attention. I did, however, discover how comfortable the OWB holster was... __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

September 22nd, 2009, 11:50 AM	#4
MinistrMalic Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 485	I am occasionally OCing to keep it in people's stream of conscience that OC is legal in AZ. I have never had a problem and most don't notice. The few who do, seldom say a word. __________________ "...whoever has no sword is to sell his coat and buy one." (Luke 22:36) Here is my blog if you're interested :)

September 22nd, 2009, 08:43 PM	#7
justherenow Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 459	I find it liberating to OC. Tonight we went out for pizza to a local joint, we are regular customers there and they pretty much know what we want when we walk in. We ate and the owner asked me if I was required to keep the gun concealed and I was like "nope, Ohio is an open carry state, anyone that can buy can OC, just not in a car". He seemed surprised about that. One of his teenage cooks asked how to get one and I explained the process. I went to the bank due to some issues, was pocket carrying and found out the banker that I was working with has a CHL and use to be a combat firearms instructor. He said he loves it when he knows a customer is carrying, and my comment was, "you should be glad I am here". NOTE: the bank I use is not posted as a CPZ. __________________ -------------------------- Ohio CHL since 1/29/2009 Those who trade liberty for security have neither. ~John Adams 64,999,987 firearms owners killed no one yesterday.

September 22nd, 2009, 12:41 PM	#5
BaserRonin Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Colorado Posts: 275	I started paying a little more attention to the way people look at me when I don't OC. I have come to the conclusion that the funny looks I think are directed at me for OC'ing are just the way some people look.

September 23rd, 2009, 02:40 AM	#8
TN_Mike VIP Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: West TN Posts: 7,720	That is all good to hear! __________________ A government big enough to give you everything you want, is strong enough to take everything you have. -Barry Goldwater 1968

September 25th, 2009, 06:34 AM	#10
justherenow Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 459	There is only one shop I eat at, its a mom and pop type place and they do not serve. I too hope the G.A. will open up our rights a bit more, a few places I want to try that are new, but I do not know if they serve or not and I do not want to be an instant criminal. __________________ -------------------------- Ohio CHL since 1/29/2009 Those who trade liberty for security have neither. ~John Adams 64,999,987 firearms owners killed no one yesterday.

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