Quote:

Mr. Grizz,

Twice in this thread, I have read you stating that if young people(20ish) were to carry arms, many more problems would happen.

I do not agree.

When one carries an arm, they quickly understands that IF things get out of hand, it may well end up in a lot bigger situation than a busted nose from a fist fight. Therefore, one who carries a handgun does much more to NOT be in a bad situation when they occur.

I learned at a very early age that walking away with a .45 tucked under my shirt (with my ego or pride hurt) is a LOT better idea than getting into it with someone over some stupid shit.

I have carried a pistol since I was very young. Never have I been in an altercation when I had a weapon on my person. This was by choice, forced on me because I had the Colt.

Handguns are not mace/pepper spray/stun gun. They are lethal. If you lose control of the gun, it may well be turned on you. If you use the gun, someone may well die. It just don't pay to get in the middle of any squabble if you are packing. It is a life or death tool.

Once again, we make worst case scenarios out of an extreme example, and try to base unnecessary restriction on it.

Oh, and for what it's worth, a handgun is the poorest choice(from a tactical standpoint) of the available platforms. It lacks ease of operation, ability to kit very hard, accuracy, and ranging ability. In fact, about the only good thing about a handgun is the fact that it is easy to carry.....after all, the first rule of a gunfight is "Have a gun"

PDub





I'm sure that you are above average in maturity and responsibility; however, are you saying that teenagers have the same control over their emotions, responsibilities or even their hand eye coordination as 'grown ups'?

Why don't we let teenagers drink? Vote? Drive cars? I suggest it is because the vast majority of them are irresponsible.

Why do so many teenagers get into serious car accidents? By your analysis, they should all understand that a car is far more dangerous than a bike and alter their behaviour accordingly. Some do, some don't.
_________________________
You're all still alive?