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First trip out

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Don't have time for a full blown wally walk yet but I managed to squeeze in a quick grocery run last night. The only suitable carry piece I have currently is a charter arms undercover with a 3" barrel. Its an older one from the early 80's. I'm using a really cheap bianchi generic suede holster which works well with this gun.

Being from California the first problem was getting over the "you're committing a felony" feeling. I got a little bit of an adrenaline rush getting out of the car. It was real hard to resist tugging at my shirt tail constantly to make sure it was down and that I wasn't exposed. My shirt was a little light and I wouldn't have noticed if it rode up. I have a leatherman and flashlight on my belt and those provided pretty good decoys as you would see those items OWB long before the gun IWB. At one point while I was getting milk another lady got confused and started loading her things into my cart :shock: We laughed a little about the mixup and she was real friendly. I, of course, am thoroughly nervous but I think I kept my composure very well. I need to work on not looking so stiff because I'm trying not to bend over. I'm sure I'll get used to it.

Coming from a state where the mere mention of the word "gun" can cause hysterical panty soiling to Texas where I can now legally carry one will still take some getting used to. Guess I'm just going to have to carry alot and get over it :mrgreen:
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Congratulations. :clapping:
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olafpfj wrote:Being from California the first problem was getting over the "you're committing a felony" feeling. :mrgreen:
I can relate to that. Welcome to the forum olafpfj - what a moniker! Can I call you olafpf for short? :lol:
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Its actually supposed to be olaf_pfj but I got tired of typing the underscore when logging in. Its my old online gaming handle from college. Its a combination of monty python references. You'll have to guess what they are :cool:
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olafpfj wrote:Its actually supposed to be olaf_pfj but I got tired of typing the underscore when logging in. Its my old online gaming handle from college. Its a combination of monty python references. You'll have to guess what they are :cool:
That, my friend, sounds like a challenge. :cool:
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Did anyone explain to you the need to wear the CHL Tiara on your Wally Walk? It took me awhile to get used to it, but since its adjustable, I'm sure it will fit you just fine... :lol:
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I was a nervous wreck on my wally walk, which turned into a multi stop tour. First, I went to Academy to buy some ammo, and I met my parents at a local Mexican food restaurant for dinner, after dinner I went to Walmart. The trip to Academy was eventless, but while eating dinner I got the feeling my shirt was ridding up.. and I couldnt (without bringing undue attention to myself) reach back and check it and was afraid to stand up to go to the bathroom if my shirt was up, exposing my gun.. where if i stayed seated, the chair would give some cover.. and when I went to pay the bill, i dropped my debit card on the ground, bending over to pick it up, i notice a police officer standing right behind me. then I got paranoid that he might have seen something ( I was wearing an IWB holster in the small of my back) however, I picked up my card, paid the bill and went on my way without incident. Afterward, my trip to walmart was uneventful as well...
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olafpfj wrote: You'll have to guess what they are :cool:
pfj probably stands for the People's Front of Judea
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Griffen wrote:Did anyone explain to you the need to wear the CHL Tiara on your Wally Walk? It took me awhile to get used to it, but since its adjustable, I'm sure it will fit you just fine... :lol:
I work in theatre...the tiara would certainly not turn any heads but might well send an entirely different message :shock:

If it chafes I will have to have wardrobe adjust it. They should have my sash ready tomorrow...I hope I haven't gained any weight or they'll get mad and call me a cow :mad5

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dalto wrote:
olafpfj wrote: You'll have to guess what they are :cool:
pfj probably stands for the People's Front of Judea
PFJ was pretty easy but Olaf might be a little more tricky
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:clapping: so if I am driving my convertible in the golden state, say somewhere in SF area and my car audio is blasting, I love guns (The Australian Video clip) .Do I get arrested? :mrgreen:
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iirc cali its not a felony its a misdemeanor. carrying a knife that was not with in the guidlines was a felony though. something I never understood. I havent been gone fromt there that long have I.
its also legal to open carry in there too. just have to do it with an unloaded firearm. never got that one either.
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Hello ... I can relate to your feelings carrying for the first time. I've been carrying every day for three months now and I'm just getting comfortable with my Kimber 45 in my waistband. I've realized that, for me, the decision to carry has been a monumental one. It has involved a change in wardrobe, a change in my awareness of my surroundings, and a great sense of responsibility that comes with the freedom to carry. Good luck to you.
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