FIRST the parameters: this post has nothing to do with "truck guns" in Rural areas, which make a lot more sense. It is meant for a glove boxed handgun that might be a useful self defense tool if you weren't carrying already. It also doesn't apply to the extra one you might throw in the glove box while traveling. I'm talking about 24/7 self defense "truck guns".
I have heard the term a lot, and even toyed with the idea myself a little, but I have always chosen not to. My reason goes something like this:
1. If I am leaving a loaded handgun in the car at all times, then I am not in control of my loaded handgun at all times.
2. If I "forget" my gun when leaving the house, then I am being irresponsible, and leaving loaded weapon around where I cannot be in control of it is like using one instance of irresponsibility to justify being further irresponsible at all times.
3. If I want the ability to arm a buddy, then what I really need to have is a backup, not a "truck gun".
What do you guys and gals think of truck guns, and is it a practice you engage in?
I have heard the term a lot, and even toyed with the idea myself a little, but I have always chosen not to. My reason goes something like this:
1. If I am leaving a loaded handgun in the car at all times, then I am not in control of my loaded handgun at all times.
2. If I "forget" my gun when leaving the house, then I am being irresponsible, and leaving loaded weapon around where I cannot be in control of it is like using one instance of irresponsibility to justify being further irresponsible at all times.
3. If I want the ability to arm a buddy, then what I really need to have is a backup, not a "truck gun".
What do you guys and gals think of truck guns, and is it a practice you engage in?
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