Concealing a handgun
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Concealing a handgun
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Hey guys I own a Smith and Wesson revolver and I was curious if anyone here knows a good way to secure and conceal a handgun in a 64 f100 in a way that is still easily accessible if needed. I recently had an issue where someone decided they really really wanted my truck while I was standing next to it. Luckily he wasn't armed and there was nothing more than a verbal altercation, but it's probably best that I have a way to protect myself if the situation calls for it. Any ideas? Pictures are always welcome
Hey guys I own a Smith and Wesson revolver and I was curious if anyone here knows a good way to secure and conceal a handgun in a 64 f100 in a way that is still easily accessible if needed. I recently had an issue where someone decided they really really wanted my truck while I was standing next to it. Luckily he wasn't armed and there was nothing more than a verbal altercation, but it's probably best that I have a way to protect myself if the situation calls for it. Any ideas? Pictures are always welcome
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X2 on this..always on your person. It's too easy to forget anywhere else and you just don't want anybody big or small touching it. If you have to leave it in the truck then lock box under the seat and cable tied to the seat.
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I have no issue taking it with me but here's the issue.. I turn 20 in another month and a half, but the state of TN requires a person to be atleast 21 years old to get a carry permit. It's completely legal under the "castle law" to keep a loaded firearm in your vehicle without a permit though. But yes, someone 18 or older can purchase a handgun *legally* from a non licensed dealer in the state of TN, but it is illegal for that same 18 year old to purchase ammunition and they can not obtain a carry permit unless they are/were an active member of the military. Go figure 
An obvious answer is to keep it in the glovebox but that can be difficult to get into in short notice. Any more ideas?
An obvious answer is to keep it in the glovebox but that can be difficult to get into in short notice. Any more ideas?
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Join the military? But seriously. If the gun is in your vehicle and you were outside of it as in the example you mentioned. What good will it do you if they pull a gun on you? By the time you get in to get it out you might be dead. No truck is worth that.
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I shoot a lot and I have a CCW. I also carry pepper spray. Potentially killing someone over my truck is a very serious thing to think about. especially if they are unarmed. In your situation I would have used the spray and then called police. There is a cable show where they reenact situations where people have used a weapon and then have different experts analyze the scenario. It can be very informative.
As the others have said. On you is best. Vehicles are too easily stolen and I wouldn't want my gun being used in other crimes.
As the others have said. On you is best. Vehicles are too easily stolen and I wouldn't want my gun being used in other crimes.
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I shoot a lot and I have a CCW. I also carry pepper spray. Potentially killing someone over my truck is a very serious thing to think about. especially if they are unarmed. In your situation I would have used the spray and then called police. There is a cable show where they reenact situations where people have used a weapon and then have different experts analyze the scenario. It can be very informative.
As the others have said. On you is best. Vehicles are too easily stolen and I wouldn't want my gun being used in other crimes.
As the others have said. On you is best. Vehicles are too easily stolen and I wouldn't want my gun being used in other crimes.
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If it has to be in the truck, convert the panel opening on the door into a safe. If it isn't on you it can not save you, So make it secure in the truck.
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I recently had an issue where someone decided they really really wanted my truck while I was standing next to it. Luckily he wasn't armed and there was nothing more than a verbal altercation, but it's probably best that I have a way to protect myself if the situation calls for it.
I turn 20 in another month and a half, but the state of TN requires a person to be atleast 21 years old to get a carry permit. It's completely legal under the "castle law" to keep a loaded firearm in your vehicle without a permit though.
My best advice it to avoid problem areas and situations. Sometimes trouble may find you but there is no need to go looking for it.
Always be aware. A Marine told me one of the best things you can do is always scan the crowd. Make eye contact but do not stare. Someone planning ill will will think you are on to it......It's a psychological thing. You may prevent an assault without even realizing it.....Just by being aware.
My father says this and after 20 years in the Fire Service and I agree....."Nothing Good happens after Midnight."
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I believe your question and concern are legit. Everyone's advice is good. Your situation could have escalated or involved a loved one nearby even sitting in the truck. Concealed carry requires a level of discipline that often comes with maturity or training thus the age limitations on carry. Often these situations happen when your out clubbing/partying - not a good time to have a weapon.
That being said John makes an excellent point. Those of us that carry often can't enter certain locations and therefore require a safe storage in our vehicles. Safes and cables solve that issue but a gun locked in a vehicle is useless. However Kimber makes an excellent pepper gel that comes from a clear red plastic dispenser looks like a squirt gun. Light and easy to carry. I carry this when a gun is not practical, legal or I just don't feel like dealing with it. My daughters and wife (better shots than me) also carry this gel spray.
Look into it and be patient. In a year you take the required classes and get your permit.
That being said John makes an excellent point. Those of us that carry often can't enter certain locations and therefore require a safe storage in our vehicles. Safes and cables solve that issue but a gun locked in a vehicle is useless. However Kimber makes an excellent pepper gel that comes from a clear red plastic dispenser looks like a squirt gun. Light and easy to carry. I carry this when a gun is not practical, legal or I just don't feel like dealing with it. My daughters and wife (better shots than me) also carry this gel spray.
Look into it and be patient. In a year you take the required classes and get your permit.
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Practice situational awareness "as mentioned above by F-ONE" you were lucky this time, defend yourself and loved ones as you see fit. I would rather be judged by 12 than carried by 6. This is an old farts opinion.
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Club!
F-One gave some excellent advice. Take it. Ain't NO truck worth a felony charge. I believe that the handgun safety class that you have to attend is good for 5 years. Check with whoever is teaching the class and make sure that's correct. If so attend the class after that you will know when where an why you can unholster that firearm. The situation you described would not have justified you pulling a weapon. You would have been the one going to jail.
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Believe it or not Tennessee requires a person to attend a class and have a permit to carry a baton, "club". You can have one rolling around in the truck bed but as soon as you pull it out without that permit you're going to jail. Unless you can prove you just walked off a ball field somewhere.
F-One gave some excellent advice. Take it. Ain't NO truck worth a felony charge. I believe that the handgun safety class that you have to attend is good for 5 years. Check with whoever is teaching the class and make sure that's correct. If so attend the class after that you will know when where an why you can unholster that firearm. The situation you described would not have justified you pulling a weapon. You would have been the one going to jail.
F-One gave some excellent advice. Take it. Ain't NO truck worth a felony charge. I believe that the handgun safety class that you have to attend is good for 5 years. Check with whoever is teaching the class and make sure that's correct. If so attend the class after that you will know when where an why you can unholster that firearm. The situation you described would not have justified you pulling a weapon. You would have been the one going to jail.
If someone were to try and steal my truck, I would just hop in and leave. If he has a gun, well I have one too. What a coincidence! But yes, situational awareness is something to have although there are times when trouble just comes looking for you. Have to be prepared for anything.