Open Carry

[metrymike]

i live in Metairie and since the beginning of the year within a two mile radius of where i live theres been over 50 violent crimes including 7 murders and 4 rapes. i was just wondering do yall think if i start open carrying my pistol if its a bad idea. i rarely see anyone open carrying so im afraid that a police officer will try to take it away from me or harass me because i carry .....police officers out there i do not mean any disrespect without yall things would be so much worse thank you all

 

[JadeRaven]

JPSO is pretty good. If you were talking about NOPD it might be different.

 

[Hitman]

Perfect Topic .... right before the weekend too!

Are you old enough to apply for a Concealed Handgun Permit from the State?

 

[Riot1]

Open carry has its drawbacks.
You have to consider situational awareness at ALL times. Think about the person behind you at the gas station and how close you are to others while standing in line. Another concern is that you stand out as a threat if something goes down and probably will be the first target. I think that the attention that you draw from Law Enforcement will be manageable. I am not against open carry but I do believe that you should have proper training before you do.

 

[madwabbit]

If you don't have a concealed permit, apply for it asap and open carry to hearts content until you get it. You might get some attention, but what you're doing isn't illegal.

The only way your gun is being taken away from you is if there's some legal reason you can't personally have a firearm; ie, convicted felon. That being said, New Orleans is incredibly liberal, so you can expect "extra attention" from whiners, sissies, and well... all liberals really.


This advice hand-in-hand with above reference regarding someone behind you grabbing your gun, etc. Consider it strongly.

 

[Vermiform]

If you choose to open carry, PLEASE at the very least get a good retention holster.

 

[Judge Mental]

When a thug stands behind you , he can't tell what's in your wallet. May not be worth the risk / reward. When he spies a sidearm on your hip, you probably become worth the risk.

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[JR1572]

If you choose to open carry, PLEASE at the very least get a good retention holster.

Yeah, and practice using it.

I now use Safariland ALS holsters anytime I'm carrying pistol that's in the public's view.

It's also a good idea to attach it to a sturdy belt.

JR1572

 

[Emperor]

i live in Metairie and since the beginning of the year within a two mile radius of where i live theres been over 50 violent crimes including 7 murders and 4 rapes. i was just wondering do yall think if i start open carrying my pistol if its a bad idea. i rarely see anyone open carrying so im afraid that a police officer will try to take it away from me or harass me because i carry .....police officers out there i do not mean any disrespect without yall things would be so much worse thank you all

The casual gun owners guide to Open Carry! Enjoy!

http://www.bayoushooter.com/forums/...estwego-on-5-23-13/page3&highlight=OPEN+CARRY

 

[metrymike]

Nah but as soon as im of age i plan to apply .

 

[metrymike]

can you wear the gun on your front if its not covered up?Ive thought about that its on your side it would be easy for an assailant to grab . ive never actually been to any classes but ive been around guns all of my life pretty much and i have friends and family that are military and they have given me advice.. What about when you go places you dont have to take it off if the store doesnt post thats its a no gun zone?

 

[Black Zulu]

Works in Arizona. Was in the streets of Scottsdale when two rough looking guy came walking by on the sidewalk. Both carrying 1911's in plain view. If you thought about being stupid, they had two iron slabs ready. Pretty cool.

 

[metrymike]

the holester i have now is the one that came with the Springfield xdmc . it seems to hold the gun very well

 

[Vermiform]

the holester i have now is the one that came with the Springfield xdmc . it seems to hold the gun very well

When we say retention, we mean that there is some device that needs to be activated before the firearm is released from the holster like a button. The reason we recommend one if you choose to open carry is because it has a good chance to slow someone down if they attempt to snatch your gun from you when you aren't paying attention to them.

 

[Jack]

^^^and not a serpa.

 

[Vermiform]

^^^and not a serpa.

Shame on you for not posting why!


Serpa holsters are retention holsters, requiring you to push a button to release the pistol. Unfortunately the button location tends to make you push your finger into the trigger guard if you draw in a hurry or under stress.

 

[madwabbit]

Shame on you for not posting why!

because if theres no retention tool then you might as well just carry it in a sock.

 

[Vermiform]

because if theres no retention tool then you might as well just carry it in a sock.

No I meant why not a Serpa. They have a retention device, it's just proven to be a dangerous one.

But good point on why having a retention holster.

 

[Jack]

because if theres no retention tool then you might as well just carry it in a sock.

Serpas have a retention device.

 

[Jack]

Shame on you for not posting why!


Serpa holsters are retention holsters, requiring you to push a button to release the pistol. Unfortunately the button location tends to make you push your finger into the trigger guard if you draw in a hurry or under stress.

They're also prone to locking up with the gun in the holster making it completely inaccessible and are made with shitty plastic, so the gun may stay in the holster, but the holster may leave your belt.