Do You Own A Gun

No, don't own a gun and don't want to. I live in a suburb of a large city, with a police station three minutes from where I live. That and my security system give me all the protection I need.

Several, all antiques except for one rifle.

I've been required to learn to shoot and carry a gun due to my work. So I'm familiar with smaller handguns such as a 9mm Baretta, a Sig Sauer, Glock and a Galili. Would NEVER have one in the house or conceal carry one as I'd be afraid I'd finally lose my patient with the smartphone drones and shoot those annoying fucks who suddenly stop dead in front of me cause they need to do something on their phones right this fucking nanosecond.

^^^ patience, not patient ^^^

Yes, one. It was last fired, according to legend, during the War of 1812.

No.

Yes, I have several, both sidearms and shotguns. My grandfather was a cop and taught me to shoot when I could hold a gun. I would never hunt, but take them to the range often. I keep them because I like them, and for protection.

Yes -- I live in the midst of a hotbed of deplorables, and they all have plenty of firearms that they routinely shoot off just for fun.

So I have two handguns, one in my living room and one next to my bed. Both are small enough for concealed carry if necessary. I'm also considering a shotgun for the same reason. With a shotgun, your aim can be shitty and you'll still hit the asshole.

With the freaks around here, ya never know.

R8 What kind of a gun would you recommend for a person who HATES guns, but is actively considering getting one due to the threat of societal collapse?

Not r8, but I would recommend a revolver as opposed to a semi automatic. There's less moving parts, much safer to handle.

I'm a guy, and I'm extremely unlikely to be raped. So what would I be protecting? It's even more unlikely someone's going to burst in and shoot me.

I'd much rather have all my shit stolen than live with the guilt I ended someone's life. So no, I don't have one.

Sylvia, my dear, I have always appreciated you and your posts because I'm originally from PA Dutch country. So I will endeavor to answer your question.

How tall/big are you? Do you have a lot of upper body strength? Do you want a gun you can carry in your pocket? A gun you can holster on your belt? A "long gun," such as a shotgun or a rifle that can double as a hunting gun if (after the apocalypse) you must kill your own food? How many rounds do you want to be able to shoot before you have to reload? As you can tell, there are a lot of things to take into consideration.

If you want something you can carry as a concealed weapon (and BTW, PA is the easiest state I know in which to get a concealed carry permit), I would recommend a 9mm pistol. I am really not comfortable carrying one as a concealed weapon - too big for me to carry in my waistband -- but chances are good you're bigger than I am unless you're under 5'5". A pistol generally holds 7-9 rounds before you have to reload. Get two or three additional cartridges and keep them loaded, and you'll be prepared to defend yourself in your home.

My suggestion is, find a massive hunting/fishing store like Cabela's and tell them what you're looking for and they'll take care of you. But be prepared to shell out some $$. A low-end handgun will cost you about $400.

Plus, be prepared to spend a bit of time at a rifle range to get comfortable with whatever gun you buy. If you can find a gun safety class and have the $, take it.

Good luck!

Thank you, R8.

I can't imagine walking around with a gun, I think I just want one for property defense and/or hunting. I'm about average height 5'10" ish and average upper-body strength for a middle-aged man who hates weight training. My partner is over 6ft and stronger than I am. He's also more familiar with guns but hasn't ever actually purchased one, just used his father's when he was taken along hunting as a kid in the 80s.

Yep! I have a pump-action 12 gauge shotgun and my husband has an Italian pistol he inherited from his sister. We live in the woods and somewhat isolated. The local sheriff told me that if I shot someone outside, to drag them into the house. I'm especially happy to have them these days. "Click, click!" "Identify!"

Shotguns. Plural. Mount one over each entrance.

A small revolver you can mount magnetically over your bed.

So how much is the hassle of even buying a gun these days?

38 Smith and Wesson. It sleeps under my pillow.

No..don't have one and don't intend to have one

Guns should be eradicated.

The NRA is looking to be dismantled, see lawsuit by New York Attorney General Letitia James. What is your question, OP?

We live on a farm, so we have guns. We need them for coyotes and for emergency put down of suffering livestock. Never had guns when we lived in the suburbs. I have to admit, I feel safer with them in the house.

I don’t understand how anyone feels saver owning a fire arm. If anything it is more dangerous.....people are less likely to shoot when they see you are armed.

Not less likely

I hear ya, r15. I had one 12G already and bought a second one earlier this year. However, mine are placed where they are not on display but easily accessible from the most used parts of the house. I also have a CC and keep a Glock I carry in the car.

I bought the second shotgun when the food scare began.

No.

I've only actually touched a gun once. A boyfriend showed me the .22 which had belonged to his father. All I remember was that is was heavy.

I struggle with bipolar and suicidal thoughts and would not want access to a gun ... for my own sake.

I live in the burbs, which normally are very safe. But the riots and looting earlier this year spilled out of the city into the burbs. That was the first time that I felt that I needed to protect myself because the government couldn't protect me. I looked into buying a gun, but I didn't. Things have calmed down since then, so I don't think I need one now.

Hell yes. 2 handguns. For protection. I’ve been robbed a couple times.