Foreign views of American gun ownership

bearcatter · 11-28-2016, 08:47 AM

I can imagine that those in other countries who watch American movies and TV must think living here is like the Wild West, or Chicago in Al Capone's day (well, maybe in Chicago it almost still is...

...).

My favoite clip showing concealed carry. "Boston Legal" character Denny Crane (William Shatner) almost gets mugged:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KvO-8IvoCI

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Sightngrl · 11-28-2016, 05:03 PM

They actually do think we in the U.S. are like a wild west movie in regards to gun ownership. Fact.

SPsix · 11-28-2016, 05:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Sightngrl

They actually do think we in the U.S. are like a wild west movie in regards to gun ownership. Fact.

And... that's why they love us and want to come here.

Dennis H · 11-28-2016, 05:27 PM

Was he perfect in that role or what?! Loved that show!

Terry_P · 11-29-2016, 05:21 AM

More Denny Crane:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hfc7l1vz2jU

bearcatter · 11-29-2016, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Sightngrl

They actually do think we in the U.S. are like a wild west movie in regards to gun ownership. Fact.

I can picture you in a six gallon hat and cowgirl boots. Only.....

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Originally Posted by Terry_P

More Denny Crane:

But he only hit the guy in the shoulder. How many lawyers keep a survival rifle in their desk?

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Terry_P · 11-29-2016, 01:07 PM

One of my favorites. Click on it and the video will open.

Sightngrl · 11-29-2016, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by SPsix

And... that's why they love us and want to come here.

or this

SPsix · 11-29-2016, 05:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Sightngrl

or this

Yes, cow boys, and cow girls.

gunjunkie · 11-29-2016, 08:18 PM

Or this!

Sightngrl · 11-30-2016, 03:24 AM

or this.....Ncg where r u?

RidgeRunner · 11-30-2016, 04:16 AM

Fanny Pack............

bearcatter · 11-30-2016, 06:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Sightngrl

or this.....Ncg where r u?

That photo didn't work.......

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Originally Posted by gunjunkie

Or this!

That's a nice holster rig. I wish Raquel had moved that poncho so I could see her, uh, buckle.............

( Different shot, gun drawn )

bearcatter · 11-30-2016, 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Terry_P

One of my favorites. Click on it and the video will open.

Great. Pretty close to a Trump clone? Just give the Donald a law degree and more guns.....

Bulldogun · 12-01-2016, 01:51 AM

Living in France, I admire your gun culture.
But I am quite an exeption here.

I think, most of my fellow citizen think you are just "crazy" regarding firearms (no offense intended: you can be what ever you want, they sure will respect it)....
- The right to carry freely a firearm
- "stand your ground"
- Buy as much ammo and gun you can afford
-....

They just cannot grab the idea!
That is too much for them.

bearcatter · 12-01-2016, 07:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Bulldogun

Living in France, I admire your gun culture.

I think, most of my fellow citizen think you are just "crazy" regarding firearms

They just cannot grab the idea!
That is too much for them.

We just enjoy improving our skill at making a bullet hit the target, whether it be a serious paper one, or an empty soup can. That is a skill our early pioneers needed to survive, in hunting game or defending themselves from attacking animals, or other people. I suppose by enjoying shooting as a hobby, we are just honoring our ancestors.

Then again, some of us just like shooting things full of holes......

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Bulldogun · 12-01-2016, 07:28 AM

bearcatter,

Interesting. I think that defending oneself from attacking animal is still a serious matter not only in some parts of the USA but in other parts of the world.

For example, I have heard that if you intend to go to Svedberg area (Norwegian) it is highly recommended to bear a rifle 308 Winchester or more for your own sake.

bearcatter · 12-01-2016, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Bulldogun

bearcatter,

Interesting. I think that defending oneself from attacking animal is still a serious matter not only in some parts of the USA but in other parts of the world.

For example, I have heard that if you intend to go to Svedberg area (Norwegian) it is highly recommended to bear a rifle 308 Winchester or more for your own sake.

Yes, still some very wild animals in many parts of U.S.. There are many posts here where North Country Gal discusses her "bear guns"; usually large caliber revolvers she carries when out in the wooded part of her area. A mama bear with cubs can be especially dangerous.

RidgeRunner · 12-01-2016, 03:21 PM

There are four legged animals and two legged animals. Remember that.

Machinist · 12-01-2016, 08:28 PM

When a car full of terrorists decided to shoot up a Draw Mohamed convention here in Dallas, they never made it in the door. I think one guard was shot in the ankle.

When you read about a criminal murdering a bunch of people who are cowering helplessly here it is almost always in a city like San Bernardino where the government sides with the criminals and disarms their victims.

I first shot this gun over 50 years ago and it protected my family several times from both two and four legged animals. I can't imagine what could convince me my family would be safer without it.

11-28-2016, 08:47 AM	#1
bearcatter Senior Member Joined: Aug 2015 From: Virginia Posts: 3,930	Foreign views of American gun ownership I can imagine that those in other countries who watch American movies and TV must think living here is like the Wild West, or Chicago in Al Capone's day (well, maybe in Chicago it almost still is......). My favoite clip showing concealed carry. "Boston Legal" character Denny Crane (William Shatner) almost gets mugged: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_KvO-8IvoCI . Last edited by bearcatter; 11-28-2016 at 09:04 AM.

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11-29-2016, 05:21 AM	#5
Terry_P Super Moderator Joined: Apr 2008 From: Where it's warm Posts: 10,491	More Denny Crane: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hfc7l1vz2jU

11-29-2016, 01:07 PM	#7
Terry_P Super Moderator Joined: Apr 2008 From: Where it's warm Posts: 10,491	One of my favorites. Click on it and the video will open.

11-30-2016, 03:24 AM	#11
Sightngrl Senior Member Joined: Dec 2012 From: in the wind or on the beach Posts: 4,948	or this.....Ncg where r u?

12-01-2016, 01:51 AM	#15
Bulldogun Member Joined: Nov 2016 From: France Posts: 34	Living in France, I admire your gun culture. But I am quite an exeption here. I think, most of my fellow citizen think you are just "crazy" regarding firearms (no offense intended: you can be what ever you want, they sure will respect it).... - The right to carry freely a firearm - "stand your ground" - Buy as much ammo and gun you can afford -.... They just cannot grab the idea! That is too much for them.

12-01-2016, 07:28 AM	#17
Bulldogun Member Joined: Nov 2016 From: France Posts: 34	bearcatter, Interesting. I think that defending oneself from attacking animal is still a serious matter not only in some parts of the USA but in other parts of the world. For example, I have heard that if you intend to go to Svedberg area (Norwegian) it is highly recommended to bear a rifle 308 Winchester or more for your own sake.

12-01-2016, 03:21 PM	#19
RidgeRunner Senior Member Joined: Nov 2015 From: Buck Ridge, Georgia Posts: 3,432	There are four legged animals and two legged animals. Remember that.

12-01-2016, 08:28 PM	#20
Machinist Senior Member Joined: Feb 2009 From: McKinney, TX Posts: 8,994	When a car full of terrorists decided to shoot up a Draw Mohamed convention here in Dallas, they never made it in the door. I think one guard was shot in the ankle. When you read about a criminal murdering a bunch of people who are cowering helplessly here it is almost always in a city like San Bernardino where the government sides with the criminals and disarms their victims. I first shot this gun over 50 years ago and it protected my family several times from both two and four legged animals. I can't imagine what could convince me my family would be safer without it.