10 Pro-Gun Americans on Why They Carry in Public

“Better Safe Than Sorry”

While many disagree, for those who support gun rights, there are varying reasons for bringing a firearm along while going about their day.

Here are some stories shared on a popular online forum of why people choose to carry in public.

One shared the story of his brother, who only survived because he had a weapon available. “My brother was shot twice during a home invasion/burglary. The fact that he was able to return fire is the only thing that saved his life.”

Home Invasion

One person related the story that his mother used to carry a .38 revolver in her purse and had to use it one day when a man followed her out of a K-Mart to her car. He pulled out a knife and attacked her, but fortunately, she was able to get a shot off.

Protection In a Parking Lot

While this doesn’t seem like a reason to carry a gun in public, another person added, “a surprising amount of times I’ve had to save my animals when I’m just getting home from running errands. It’s like predators know I’m not home, so they make their move.”

Live on a Farm

Many commenters noted that it is a safety precaution to have as a last resort. One shared a quote, “I’ve never in my life needed a weapon, except when I needed one real bad.”

Last Resort

Several commenters noted that they lived in high-crime neighborhoods with slow or non-existent police responses.

High-Crime Neighborhood

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