Do you carry a weapon?

[PrinceofWands]

I know what the overall statistics are, at least regarding firearms, but I was curious about other stuff as well. Mostly interested in the poll data, but feel free to talk it up if you want.

 

[vi edit]

I live in IL, so that's a bigtime "no".

 

[KeithTalent]

I do not carry anything and see no reason why I would ever need to do so.

KT

 

[SunnyD]

Yes. It's in my pants.

 

[SKORPI0]

No need to, I am the weapon. :hmm:

 

[schneiderguy]

I carry a knife that could be used as a weapon, but that's not why I carry it.

 

[vi edit]

No need to, I am the weapon. :hmm:

Two tickets to the gun show!

 

[Riverhound777]

I carry a small knife (Kershaw chive), but not really for protection. I use it for general stuff all the time.

 

[invidia]

After hearing reports of gangs randomly assaulting people at gas stations, I do everytime I go out. Then again the gang members are 3 steps up and have autos.

 

[vi edit]

I carry a knife that could be used as a weapon, but that's not its intended purpose.

If I pulled out my leatherman squirt and swung it threateningly it'd maybe make the attacker laugh enough that I could escape.

 

[Homerboy]

No. I am not paranoid.
Where is the poll option for "never"

 

[krunchykrome]

I carry a leatherman knife, for both personal protection and for utility. My wife carries pepper spray. I would carry a firearm, but I live in MD.

 

[Unheard]

Glock 26. It has nothing to do with being paranoid, and everything to do with how the world is today. To think that you will never encounter a bad situation is to be ignorant.

 

[Homerboy]

Glock 26. It has nothing to do with being paranoid, and everything to do with how the world is today. To think that you will never encounter a bad situation is to be ignorant.

I'm 36 and havent come close to anything like that.
I have 4 brothers and sisters (all older), nor have they nor their significant others. Nor have any of their children. Or my aunts or uncles, grandmas or grandpas.

To assume that you will at some point in your life encounter a situation bad enough to warrant the need of a gun, IS being paranoid.

 

[PrinceofWands]

No. I am not paranoid.
Where is the poll option for "never"

That would be the last option...rather someone carries only rarely, or not at all, is no different to me.

 

[Unheard]

I'm 36 and havent come close to anything like that.
I have 4 brothers and sisters (all older), nor have they nor their significant others. Nor have any of their children. Or my aunts or uncles, grandmas or grandpas.

To assume that you will at some point in your life encounter a situation bad enough to warrant the need of a gun, IS being paranoid.

I guess wearing a seat belt is being paranoid as well? I'd much rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it.

 

[JeffreyLebowski]

Glock 26. It has nothing to do with being paranoid, and everything to do with how the world is today. To think that you will never encounter a bad situation is to be ignorant.

There are 2 types of people. Those that carry something for protection, and those that will after they are a victim.

I didn't carry when I was assaulted at work. And I worked in the upscale part of the city.

Just because you live in a "quiet" area doesn't mean you are immune to violent crime.
We always hear news stories about how it was such a peaceful neighborhood until the home invasion and the family was killed.

 

[Brigandier]

I chose other. I carry situational-awareness and a good fight/flight reflex.

 

[krunchykrome]

I'm 36 and havent come close to anything like that.
I have 4 brothers and sisters (all older), nor have they nor their significant others. Nor have any of their children. Or my aunts or uncles, grandmas or grandpas.

To assume that you will at some point in your life encounter a situation bad enough to warrant the need of a gun, IS being paranoid.

that's a completely ignorant statement to make; all it takes is 1 event to change everything. Keeping a gun in the house is a smart decision to make (home intruder, etc.) and carrying some level of protection with you is a good idea as well.

It has nothing to do with paranoia; it has everything to do with being prepared for that 1 event. People are crazy these days.

 

[KeithTalent]

I'm 36 and havent come close to anything like that.
I have 4 brothers and sisters (all older), nor have they nor their significant others. Nor have any of their children. Or my aunts or uncles, grandmas or grandpas.

To assume that you will at some point in your life encounter a situation bad enough to warrant the need of a gun, IS being paranoid.

Yep, have to agree with this.

KT

 

[Pardus]

My bumper sticker does.

 

[preslove]

It's not paranoia if everyone is out to get you...

 

[JeffreyLebowski]

I guess wearing a seat belt is being paranoid as well? I'd much rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it.

Some people refuse to see the truth in that there are people out there that would kill you for your wallet and not have a second thought about it.
I was lucky to survive my encounter. After that moment I decided I'm not going to risk my life based on luck. I'm going to increase my chances of survival how ever I can.

 

[drum]

I carry a knife that could be used as a weapon, but that's not why I carry it.

I carry a small knife (Kershaw chive), but not really for protection. I use it for general stuff all the time.

always have my Kershaw but not really for protection although that would work

 

[jlee]

Firearm & knife, but the knife is for utility purposes.