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tuc22 · February 17, 2000, 05:49 AM

The Quote is really meant for LEO's, think about it, if you kept a long gun in your car and were out on the streets it would apply to you too. However, if you are talking home defense, the rifle or shotgun should have been the first defensive weapon you tried to acquire unless you are carrying a handgun while at home. One could engage in "what if's" all day but practically speaking, a handgun is purely a defensive weapon one conceals on their person while amongst the mostly civilized populace who do not wish to encounter firearms or accept their presence.

February 17, 2000, 05:49 AM	#7
tuc22 Senior Member Join Date: July 6, 1999 Posts: 367	The Quote is really meant for LEO's, think about it, if you kept a long gun in your car and were out on the streets it would apply to you too. However, if you are talking home defense, the rifle or shotgun should have been the first defensive weapon you tried to acquire unless you are carrying a handgun while at home. One could engage in "what if's" all day but practically speaking, a handgun is purely a defensive weapon one conceals on their person while amongst the mostly civilized populace who do not wish to encounter firearms or accept their presence.