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Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 2:39 pm
by WildBill
Iunnrais wrote:74novaman wrote:WildBill wrote:And there are 2,500 forum members who haven't made a single post.
WOW!
Think they're shy? Come on out guys and gals, we don't bite!
Some of us just are quiet and will post when we have something to say
I'll be in the 'have and won't carry daily' category in not too long (class is scheduled for tomorrow, everything else is already done) mainly due to my employer having a policy that by coming on property you are granting them permission to search your vehicle/person/property for prohibited items and that they will not only terminate emplyment, but state the company's intention to prosecute for criminal trespass if they do find anything (after all, in their opinion, bringing contraband on property past the signs prohibiting it is enough to show intent).
Lots of folks at the office are watching the current employee parking lot bills and letting our reps know that we support them.
Welcome back Iunnrais and glad to hear from you. Having something to say doesn't stop some of us.
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 3:20 pm
by Iunnrais
Thanks :)
My wife has actually reconsidered some of her views lately to the point where I ordered a second pistol. I took her to the range last Friday (first time she'd shot a pistol) and ended up leaving with a family membership. Ordered a nice little SIG P229 in .22LR to save on .45acp costs. Just need to rent a few calibers and let her shoot them so that I can get another slide for it in a slightly larger caliber. I really hope that she doesn't settle on .357 SIG after I looked at the ammo cost ;)
Once of these days she'll probably end up taking the class as well. But for now, I'll settle for her being happy going to the range and knowing how to shoot.
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 4:28 pm
by WildBill
Iunnrais wrote:Thanks :)
My wife has actually reconsidered some of her views lately to the point where I ordered a second pistol. I took her to the range last Friday (first time she'd shot a pistol) and ended up leaving with a family membership. Ordered a nice little SIG P229 in .22LR to save on .45acp costs. Just need to rent a few calibers and let her shoot them so that I can get another slide for it in a slightly larger caliber. I really hope that she doesn't settle on .357 SIG after I looked at the ammo cost ;)
Once of these days she'll probably end up taking the class as well. But for now, I'll settle for her being happy going to the range and knowing how to shoot.
I shot a .22LR rifle and pistol target shooting for many years before "upgrading" to larger calibers. If your wife decides one the .357 Sig, one thing to remember is that you can buy barrels that will allow you to switch between .40 S&W and .357 Sig so she could practice with a cheaper round. I still believe that learning marksmanship basics with a .22LR is the best route.
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 5:12 pm
by Scott in Houston
I just got my CHL for the badge.
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 5:22 pm
by 74novaman
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 5:32 pm
by mikeintexas
G192627 wrote:I just got my CHL for the badge.
You didn't got the cape to go with it??
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 5:51 pm
by Scott in Houston
mikeintexas wrote:G192627 wrote:I just got my CHL for the badge.
You didn't got the cape to go with it??
A cape? That's silly.
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 5:52 pm
by WildBill
G192627 wrote:mikeintexas wrote:G192627 wrote:I just got my CHL for the badge.
You didn't got the cape to go with it??
A cape? That's silly.
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 6:03 pm
by USA1
G192627 wrote:I just got my CHL for the badge.
You win the thread!
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 6:03 pm
by sugar land dave
G192627 wrote:I just got my CHL for the badge.
Does the badge come with the free plastic license holder?
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 6:07 pm
by WildBill
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 6:08 pm
by RPB
Thanks guys, Good news=you all basically supplied me an answer which quieted an anti
Bad news = all capes must be invisible (not visible)
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Healthy Texan
And without a doubt those situations of which you speak the victims would have had a gun and would have been able to get it off to fend off the attackers.
You are so right.
How many people in the state have the right to carry, Mr. Wentworth? 5%? 2%? Makes it highly unlikely that any victim would have a gun. Not impossible but highly unlikely.
Some Othername
Healthy Texan
You just made a very good argument that supports campus carry.
If so few are licensed that it would be so unlikely that many would be on campus, it couldn't really make campuses less safe.
I agree with you, not many undergrads can even meet the qualifications to get a license. The ones who can, probably can't afford the training, equipment and all that goes with it. Of the small group left, most wouldn't carry after about a week because of the discomfort and inconvenience.
However that's no reason to deny the adults who do the right to protect themselves.
Healthy Texan
Hmmmm
Maybe it is something I should reconsider. I have my CCL but always worry about the reaction of those not properly trained. Maybe it would fall in line with my general belief that if everyone armed themselves that crime would go WAY down.
I will think about the support issue. Perhaps I was too harsh to the idea.
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 8:54 pm
by Weg
seamusTX wrote:- Physical discomfort (bad holsters or bulky handguns)
- Incompatibility with clothing
- Fear of being "made" and arrested (highly exaggerated, IMHO)
- Need to go to too many prohibited places (lawyers, for example)
- Prohibited by employer or school rules
- Spouse or other family objections
- Complacency
It's human nature to become alarmed about an immediate threat and then gradually return to a state of complacency. Some people get a CHL and/or buy a weapon because of a threat to themselves or someone close. Then the threat recedes and they don't worry about it any more than shark bites.
- Jim
I think you nailed it on this list. I downgrade from a Glock 30 to a S/W Airweight in the hot months just because of comfort. Some people have CHL's and don't carry at all for the same reason or the other reasons listed above.
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 9:02 pm
by Beiruty
I have a BIL that once implied he has/had CHL, but never carries. Once on visit at his place in Houston, there was a commotion in the parking lot of his condo complex, I guessed he armed himself and went outside to investigate. So, some people will only get armed when trouble is anticipated.
Most likely his CHL has expired if not renewed.
Re: CHL and no carry
Posted: Fri Apr 08, 2011 9:42 pm
by 03Lightningrocks
speedsix wrote:...they said I was exceptional...
That is what they use to tell all the kids on the short bus.
And the grand prize is ... a cape!