Night Dragon. I have my CHL in Texas and will probably not open carry. I'm all for the right to do so and I think those who will open carry will apply enough show of force necessary. Unfortunately the fact of the matter is that many people will feel uncomfortable and distracted when they see open firearms. Many do not understand that the carrier is to the most part a licensed individual. Doesn’t make sense for a criminal to open carry. Sort of like painting a billboard on himself. I personally attend too many family oriented activities and already hear the chatter of open carry among all the sheep. I don’t want to add to their ignorance nor possibly give my kids any disadvantages due to a parent’s issue with open carry or firearms in general. I rather them remain ignorant of what I have on me. I also want to believe that anyone who does carry open or concealed does so with the understanding that they have decided to become an extension of the Law if the time comes. I would hate to think that many of those who decide to carry will nut up when it hits the fan. With that said; those who open carry take on a huge burden. I will continue to support the freedom to carry, but will do so in my own fashion. Initially, I think law enforcement will be more inquisitive with any open carrier just to make sure they are authorized to legally carry. Some will take that offensively and will show their a$$ when asked for their license. That’s what we will see on the news. But until open carry loses its luster and folks are desensitized, I’ll remain concealed. Like with many issues today, open carry will be old news in the matter of weeks.
