Welcome to the board.
Your first post may be an interesting thread.
My opinion is that every time you carry a weapon in plain view you ought to expect to attract the attention of the local gendarmes, because they have absolutely no idea why you're carrying it or what you intend to do with it. You could be either taking your .45 out for a nice walk, or heading down to the Albertson's to whack your wife after discovering she was having an affair with the Produce Manager. So, they inquire.
If you do not wish to pass the time with the local constabulary, then do not carry your rod in the open - even on your own property they may not immediately recognize either you or the fact that you own the property.
Obviously, circumstances are all different and you may live in an extremely rural or remote area, but in general if the gendarmes see a piece it tends to make them curious.
Just sayin'
Hope you enjoy the Firing Line.
Doc