With all the new open carry laws hitting, thoughts on open vs concealed

[CrabbyAzz]

I have to agree. Not only does open carry look silly, you give up the element of surprise. In fact it might even tempt some bad guys to take it away.

[Popeye]

Also live in Pa. Also have no interest in open carry. I agree with what your saying Tinman. To many negitives .

[nmkahrshooter]

Concealed is the way to go. Why give the bad guy any warning!

[jouesdeveau]

If you like being the focus of attention at your local shopping mall, carry open.

[les strat]

Either way, I am going to carry concealed.

As far as exposing a CC weapon, what are the legal definitions? Printing? Man, I was printing big time at Arby's at lunch, but I didn't give a crap. Keep em guessing.

[dkmatthews]

I am happy to have both options. I choose based on weather, clothing, destination, etc.

If you are going to practice open carry, be sure you have a strong leather holster threaded onto your belt with a retention strap. The flimsy plastic paddle holsters that slide down into your pants (e.g. Fobus, etc) will break off in an instant if someone is determined to take your gun.

[x1wildone]

The way I see it is only the BG'S need to hide their gun, it's proven every time someone applies for a concealed carry permit, cause they treat you just like a criminal.