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Been an interesting discussion and something everyone new to concealed carry thinks about. Most newbe's get made by continuously checking their clothing, pulling down their cover garment, and . . .. In other words acting like you are trying to hide something. Something to keep in mind is that the average John Q. Public is very non-observant. Just takes some getting use to. I've been carrying since 97 and live in a state that my license allows me to carry openly if I wish. Still have a bit of a problem in switching from summer mode - carrying a 38 in a pocket holster, to winter mode - carrying a 9mm in a belt holster.

If made, unlike some of the responses given, I wouldn't apologize. Instead I'd say something like, "Oh, thank you so much. I didn't realize it was showing. Thanks again and have a great day." It indicates that first, you are not doing anything wrong, and secondly - most people are thrown off balance by a stranger thanking them for basically doing nothing. Just my thoughts.

BTW, might wonder why an out of stater is on the forum. Plan to move back to Texas in a few months. As my wife says, going home.

Bill Harvey