Would you proudly display this?

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If the viewer has to stand there, scratching his head while he struggles to figure out what it says
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I disagree.

A logo doesn't need to be literally understandable to be effective, provided the message behind it is clear. So it simply needs to be uniquely recognizable.

There are plenty of logos that we recognise without having to "read" it. Take the Nike, or Addidas logos, or the double-c of Coco Chanel.

Same with the Smith and Wesson logo: I don't read the S and the W, I just think "oh yeah, a Smith"

For the latter two, most people register the brand it represents rather than the letters within it.

If I saw the OP's logo on a car bumper, I would recognise it as the one from this thread.

To the OP.
My only critique would be that it does bare a passing similarity to the Converse logo, and that could lead to them (Converse) getting all "possessive".
 
I like the idea. I don't like the design. Like everyone else it looks like the converse or starter logo. What is the symbolism behind a black star?

To me it just screams sponsorship, like it belongs at the X-Games.

But I do like the idea of "in the know" stickers
 
Only identifies you to those "in the know."
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I'm in the know and I wouldn't know what the hell it was supposed to be. It does remind me vaguely of the "Starter" logo otherwise I'd be totally clueless as to the meaning.

It is a great idea though, I'd just make it a little less esoteric.
 
I've got an NRA sticker that does the same job. If it's in someone's face...OH well. They'll get over it, or they won't.
 
Looks familiar - not enough to get in trouble perhaps, but familiar none the less.

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Well, again thanks to most of you who helped me find some direction with your constructive feedback. It's appreciated. I'm not looking to retire off this idea, just toying with an idea to show 2A support with a somewhat abstract idea. Might have to go back to the drawing board and refine it a bit....I agree it is kind of "sporty" which is far from the message...which is to show support in protecting our constitution.

Thanks all....again what better way to test an image. Lotta straight shooters on here!
 
I don't get the message. It's disguised to not be obvious, but recognizable to those in the know. Sort of like preaching to the choir to me. Too abstract for this old guy.

But I am not into art. Just one old guy's take.;)
 
I couldn't tell what it was.

I'd like something instantly recognizable by us, but non recognizable by antigun types. One of the reasons I like the phrase "molon labe"- sends out a strong message to people who believe in firearms rights, or people with the historical knowledge to understand it. But to people outside that circle, it's meaningless.

On a side note I'm amazed how badly my phone's spellcheck mangled "molon labe".
 
I wanted something that would identify me as a competition shooter, without a sticker from any organization (NRA, USPSA, etc.). I got a custom license frame that says "DVC" at the top, and "I'd Rather Be Hosing" at the bottom. I watch people in the mirror at traffic lights, mouthing the words, and mutually shaking their heads, as they have no idea what it means, but anyone who shoots USPSA would know in an instant.
 
I would not have had any idea what that was supposed to represent without the commentary in the OP. I wouldn't put it on my car because I expect it would be meaningless to 99.99% of everyone who saw it.
 
Print a few up and send one to me. I put gun/ammo/outdoor/hunting related stickers on my reloading bench. It would go great there. (I wouldn't care if I am the only one who sees it!:))
 
I would if I had any idea what it represented;)

I don't mean to poke fun, but like others have said, to me it says "sports team" more than it says "2nd Amendment."

I think it's a good start though
 
Yes, pride Glenn....as in your strong support for this wonderful 2A right, hobby, and ability to collect and shoot firearms!

Those of you who are NRA members, are you not PROUD to be members of the largest pro-gun lobby in the country?? I think being a PROUD 2A supporter fits into this idea hand in hand. Correct?

What I am going after is feedback on design alone. And I have enough to know what direction to head next. I could easily pick up a cheesy 2A sticker in the famous white oval and big black letters.....which is bad taste in my opinion.

I aim to create a more abstract, intelligent design that takes a minute to register.
 
Dayid must ride dirt bikes too, cause Alpinestars was the first thing that came to my mind also.

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Maybe if it were red/whire/blue it might do more for me, but the way it is, it looks like 10,000 other nondescript logos. I certainly wouldn't go outta my way and pay monies for it. Even if one is going for something that only "those in the know" will recognize, it needs to stand out from all the rest. Kinda like "the Shocker". It too is something that most folks don't understand the real meaning to, but still remember seeing it before.........;)
 
Ha, ha - folks. I'm proud that we have such a great forum and I can be a staff member.

But all good things come to an end.

Proverbs 16:18
New International Version (©1984)
Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.
New Living Translation (©2007)
Pride goes before destruction, and haughtiness before a fall.

English Standard Version (©2001)
Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.

New American Standard Bible (©1995)
Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before stumbling.

King James Bible (Cambridge Ed.)
Pride goeth before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

And after the fall:

“My name is Ozymandias, king of kings:
Look on my works, ye Mighty, and despair!”

-- Closed.
 
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