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Section 10: Defense Weapons/Ammo Subject: Walther PPK/Carry Guns Msg# 1030610
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I can kind of see what you are saying and I'm afraid you are right about how some people perceive things, especially ideas new to them. That said, I think the subject, heck, the basic reason behind the whole concept of concealed carry for self defense, needs to be understood right out of the box and I can't force myself to pussyfoot around trying to ease them through counterproductive baby steps that risk increasing the chance that a newbie is going to set himself or herself on a path less likely to lead to success. They may still end up going another way but by the time I shut up they will know what they are risking.
After all, some day it may be your survival or mine that depends upon their choices... |
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For reference, the above message is a reply to a message where: I don't know what makes you believe it is I agree with your comments. That's why I used the words "think" and "can". Whether they "will" or "do" is another matter. IMO, carrying a handgun, legally, for self-defense is a new concept for most people. I can hope that all who do will seek out additional training from a REPUTABLE source and as they grow they will find a greater understanding of the whole concept and change their ideas of what handguns and ammo are the best for self-defense. Some may continue to carry a pocket pistol the rest of their life, others may abandon the whole concept as too much trouble and others will grow in their understanding and their equipment. Some people are very intimidated by those that they see as the experts and if they are intimidated they will withdraw and hold fast to their pre-conceived ideas. One has to establish rapport with another before they can appear credible and influence them. The my way or the highway approach even when accurate and well intentioned rarely is persuasive. We need to encourage more people to legally obtain a firearm and carry it daily. We have to encourage them to learn as much as they can about the topic. We can give them helpful information but they need to make their own choices and we need to respect that, as difficult as that may be. Most who are new to this concept are intimidated, though maybe eager, and want to dip their toe into concealed carry. I don't want to turn anyone off from obtaining a handgun for self-defense whatever it may be. I hope that once they get started they will grow into proper equipment and knowledge. |
