Originally Posted by
njkayaker
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Why aren't "openly carried" firearms considered more of a crime deterrant?
From the simple perspective of an owner and user, I'll suggest that firearms, like most weapons, are more easily used for offense than for defense. If you want to do me harm and see I am carrying you are encouraged to attack with sudden overwhelming force. If I'm carrying concealed you might be lulled into a false sense of security that allows me time to take defensive action.