Reply #38: That's a silly argument, IMO.

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"Never show your weapon until and unless you're going to use it?" That's the same mentality as a police speed trap. You're not interested in deterrence, you're interested in an opportunity to use your weapon.

Personally, if I have to go make a night deposit in the bank or I'm stopping for gas after getting off of work at midnight, I'd rather any potential criminal see my holstered pistol and keep on looking for an easier target. Hey, maybe he'll pick you with your hidden firearm and you'll get that chance to use it. While you're busy filling out police reports or being booked, I'll be home in bed, having successfully avoided any confrontation at all.