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Statistically, CCW holders are FAR less likely to draw than non-CCW Holders.
I was the one that said the guy that sneaks up on me and puts a gun to my head deserves my wallet. I say that because it means that I was not being properly observant and thus deserve to pay the price. Still, the point to CCW is having the option of a firearm for self-defense when it is legally warranted, not just toting a piece with which to waste some shit-talking punk. I personally have a CCW permit and rarely carry.
I have only drawn a weapon in "self-defense" once. I was working on a remote site and had a pack of wild dogs come on-site. I drew my weapon, backed off as quickly as I safely could, went inside, and then called Animal Control. I've NEVER pointed a gun at a human being and hope to continue that trend. Much like you, Biz, I don't want someone's death on my conscience, though I would do it to protect my family. Defense of life, mine or others, is the only acceptable reason to pull the trigger, IMO. Here's hoping none of us here ever have to do so.
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