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In reply to the discussion: Everyone saying the NRA "solution" won't work because Columbine had armed gaurds too... [View all]Lizzie Poppet
(10,164 posts)Well, I believe those chances not to be all that high in my case. Yes, it's a possibility, but I consider it an unlikely one. I understand weapon retention principles, I practice shooting (a lot), and most importantly, I'm something of a "cold fish" with pretty fair situational awareness. The latter, I'd say, is the real weapon, not the gun. None of that is a 100% guarantee...but I think it offers me my best chance.
I realize that if I end up in close quarters with someone bigger and stronger than I am, my gun could be taken away.. But at that point, it really doesn't matter if they use my weapon, their weapon, or just their bare hands. I've very probably already lost either way. Which they decide to kill me with is irrelevant to me.
Firearms aren't everyone's best self-defense choice, I agree. I make that point to people quite frequently. I'm very glad your experience turned out for the best.