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68C15 · 03-17-2014, 01:30 PM

Just had an incident which I quickly deflated by strong words and a jacket sweep. I went to a local pizza shop for a take-out lunch. (the owner knows me and respects my lifestyle) As I was walking out to my car I noticed a man of questionable repute standing around the corner. I changed my routine by placing the food on seat from pass. side of my car (away from him) and went to get in drivers door. The guy walks up, gets too close for my comfort and has an aggressive look on his face. I swept my jacket and had my right hand on my weapon while left hand was up and told him "get away from me!!" I saw his eyes move from my face and left hand to my right hand and my friend Smith. He then quickly moved back and around the corner. I waited there at the ready until I was sure he was far enough away and I felt comfortable again.

scary situation and I think I handled it OK.

boatpuller · 03-17-2014, 01:55 PM

Atta baby............That's why it's like American Express..."Don't leave home without it"..

68Stepbed · 03-17-2014, 02:09 PM

Glad to hear you handled it well. I think I would called the authorities afterward to let them know he was there. Their presence would have made him shuffle away if he had any bad intentions. That's also why I always have mine on me.

ERASER5 · 03-17-2014, 03:57 PM

Way to be observant Tod. I'm just going to presume you're going to hug the kids and wife when you get home.

Me? I just drive my Karh.

fun in dirt · 03-17-2014, 05:34 PM

Perfect!

Sillyoldman · 03-17-2014, 06:42 PM

I had some D/A come at me quickly as I left the store. I caught him out of the corner of my eye I stopped and turned taking a defensive stance. He said "I just wanted to borrow your ID so I could buy some beer". Really?

68Stepbed · 03-17-2014, 07:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Sillyoldman

I had some D/A come at me quickly as I left the store. I caught him out of the corner of my eye I stopped and turned taking a defensive stance. He said "I just wanted to borrow your ID so I could buy some beer". Really?

And the money in your wallet to buy it with. The nerve of some people.

**Stocker** · 03-17-2014, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 68Stepbed

And the money in your wallet to buy it with.

And your keys so I can drive someplace to drink my beer.

**special-K** · 03-18-2014, 08:41 AM

We used to just ask the adults to buy it for us.

Yeah,way to go on being alert and ready. I think I would have reported that,also,for the sake of others. I figure whatever he was up to,he wasn't done yet.

JON67 · 03-18-2014, 10:40 AM

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Originally Posted by 68Stepbed

Glad to hear you handled it well. I think I would called the authorities afterward to let them know he was there. Their presence would have made him shuffle away if he had any bad intentions. That's also why I always have mine on me.

It's probably already too late and didn't turn out this way, but it probably would have been a good idea to call the cops, if even to stave off, the call that this guy did to the cops.

"I went to ask this guy if I could get a smoke, and he went all crazy and pulled a gun on me."

Mr Chevorlet · 03-18-2014, 11:01 AM

I glad you were watching your surroundings, and you handled it properly. i also carry daily. but i see a lot of people these days especially young people come out of stores with the head buried in there phones not watching there surroundings all the way to there cars. (Not Good) Glad you were and are safe.

MadManAndrew · 03-18-2014, 03:13 PM

I had a similar situation last night. As I was loading my toddler in the truck an S10 came rolling through the alley eerily slow and when I looked up he had his eyes glued to my open garage. He saw me and gave it a little gas but as soon as he got past the fence line he stopped and turned around to look out the back window. Creepy enough for me, so I spun around and pulled my pistol out of the truck and what do you know... He sped off down the alley.

**truckdude239** · 03-18-2014, 05:19 PM

I never leave home without mine

68C15 · 03-18-2014, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by special-K

I think I would have reported that,also,for the sake of others. I figure whatever he was up to,he wasn't done yet.

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Originally Posted by JON67

It's probably already too late and didn't turn out this way, but it probably would have been a good idea to call the cops, if even to stave off, the call that this guy did to the cops.

"I went to ask this guy if I could get a smoke, and he went all crazy and pulled a gun on me."

after our "encounter" I waited and saw him leave the area. I prefer to have the cops fill out paper work while we as citizens police ourselves

I did NOT show my gun, that could be used against me and charges filed for "brandishing". It is not for show and tell, it's for protection.

**special-K** · 03-19-2014, 12:40 AM

I was thinking of the next guy. If this guy was a threat to you,he'll be a threat to the next guy...or woman...or kid. And,not everyone carries

**TJ's Chevy** · 03-19-2014, 01:13 PM

I don't carry...heck I don't even have a gun. LOL! Our Oregon laws are so stupid. People have gone to jail for defending themselves. Basically you have to let the attacker punch you to death before you can shoot in self-defense. So..gives me a good excuse to leave my truck looking like it does so idiots leave me alone. But looks like I'll be getting a rifle to hang across the back window of my truck.

**Stocker** · 03-19-2014, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by T.J. MCCAULEY

But looks like I'll be getting a rifle to hang across the back window of my truck.

I did that when I used to hunt.... wouldn't advise leaving one there, it just invites thieves to break into your truck and walk off with your rifle.

Free advice, feel free to ignore. It won't bother me...

**TJ's Chevy** · 03-19-2014, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Stocker

I did that when I used to hunt.... wouldn't advise leaving one there, it just invites thieves to break into your truck and walk off with your rifle.

Free advice, feel free to ignore. It won't bother me...

Yeah I understand. I was kinda joking.

Sillyoldman · 03-19-2014, 06:18 PM

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Originally Posted by T.J. MCCAULEY

I don't carry...heck I don't even have a gun. LOL! Our Oregon laws are so stupid. People have gone to jail for defending themselves. Basically you have to let the attacker punch you to death before you can shoot in self-defense. So..gives me a good excuse to leave my truck looking like it does so idiots leave me alone. But looks like I'll be getting a rifle to hang across the back window of my truck.

When hunted I'd always spread a a few shells or bullets on my dash board. I started doing this when I had a Jeep CJ it was pretty vulnerable to theft. I figured if somebody was eyeballing it they'd think twice. They would have no idea if I was a mile into the woods or 20'. I never had a problem.

03-17-2014, 01:30 PM	#1
68C15 blood type; Retumbo Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: next to my reloading bench Posts: 10,269	THAT is why I carry daily Just had an incident which I quickly deflated by strong words and a jacket sweep. I went to a local pizza shop for a take-out lunch. (the owner knows me and respects my lifestyle) As I was walking out to my car I noticed a man of questionable repute standing around the corner. I changed my routine by placing the food on seat from pass. side of my car (away from him) and went to get in drivers door. The guy walks up, gets too close for my comfort and has an aggressive look on his face. I swept my jacket and had my right hand on my weapon while left hand was up and told him "get away from me!!" I saw his eyes move from my face and left hand to my right hand and my friend Smith. He then quickly moved back and around the corner. I waited there at the ready until I was sure he was far enough away and I felt comfortable again. scary situation and I think I handled it OK. __________________ Man rule #77...if you own a 67 stepside with a caddy 472 you will never be in danger of loosing you man card

03-17-2014, 01:55 PM	#2
boatpuller Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sun City West, Az Posts: 3,822	Re: THAT is why I carry daily Atta baby............That's why it's like American Express..."Don't leave home without it".. __________________ " Never look up a dead dogs butt."

03-17-2014, 02:09 PM	#3
68Stepbed Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: 10-Uh-See Posts: 5,609	Re: THAT is why I carry daily Glad to hear you handled it well. I think I would called the authorities afterward to let them know he was there. Their presence would have made him shuffle away if he had any bad intentions. That's also why I always have mine on me. __________________ Matt 68 C10 stepside, LS1/700R4, TCI Engineering suspension system

03-17-2014, 03:57 PM	#4
ERASER5 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Indiana Posts: 4,859	Re: THAT is why I carry daily Way to be observant Tod. I'm just going to presume you're going to hug the kids and wife when you get home. Me? I just drive my Karh. __________________ '70 GMC C1500 LWB Power disc brakes. WooHoo! Posi 6 Lug Dana 60

03-17-2014, 05:34 PM	#5
fun in dirt Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mississippi Posts: 2,122	Re: THAT is why I carry daily Perfect! __________________ '72 C to K20 "Cannibalizer" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...32#post8653432 '85 K30 "Big Nassy" [B]'85 C10 [B] "Corpse" '01 2500 Suburban ...party wagon & tow truck '06 Silverado SS...DD '06 C1500 WT...DD '07 Classic C1500 WT...DD Built & sold cause can't keep 'em all: '72 Blazer "The Bucket" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=433190 '55 Chevy straight axle gasser https://www.trifive.com/forums/showthread.php?t=173938 '69 Pro Street Chevelle http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=332541 '86 M1031 CUCV http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=553619

03-17-2014, 06:42 PM	#6
Sillyoldman #16876 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Auburn WA Posts: 12,266	Re: THAT is why I carry daily I had some D/A come at me quickly as I left the store. I caught him out of the corner of my eye I stopped and turned taking a defensive stance. He said "I just wanted to borrow your ID so I could buy some beer". Really? __________________ Posted via Stationary Device '71 Custom Deluxe C-20 402. '67 Buick Special 455. '49 Plymouth Special Deluxe. *"I love that old car smell"* *Some people are like Slinkies... not really good for anything, but they still bring a smile to your face when you push them down a flight of stairs.*

03-18-2014, 08:41 AM	#9
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: THAT is why I carry daily We used to just ask the adults to buy it for us. Yeah,way to go on being alert and ready. I think I would have reported that,also,for the sake of others. I figure whatever he was up to,he wasn't done yet. __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

03-18-2014, 11:01 AM	#11
Mr Chevorlet Rusty Nuts Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Clever Missouri Posts: 1,338	Re: THAT is why I carry daily I glad you were watching your surroundings, and you handled it properly. i also carry daily. but i see a lot of people these days especially young people come out of stores with the head buried in there phones not watching there surroundings all the way to there cars. (Not Good) Glad you were and are safe. __________________ (Clever Missouri) Southwest Larry Mr Chevrolet My Build, The Marathon Truck http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=604414

03-18-2014, 03:13 PM	#12
MadManAndrew Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 920	Re: THAT is why I carry daily I had a similar situation last night. As I was loading my toddler in the truck an S10 came rolling through the alley eerily slow and when I looked up he had his eyes glued to my open garage. He saw me and gave it a little gas but as soon as he got past the fence line he stopped and turned around to look out the back window. Creepy enough for me, so I spun around and pulled my pistol out of the truck and what do you know... He sped off down the alley. __________________ 1955 Chevy 3600 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post8589061

03-18-2014, 05:19 PM	#13
truckdude239 Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lewisville, Nc Posts: 10,238	Re: THAT is why I carry daily I never leave home without mine __________________ David fuller Ase Certified Mechanic Click here to help support our board!! 1971 Chevy c-10 under going a 4.8l LSx swap Build Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=421305 2007 Honda Accord my daily 145kmiles 2002 Honda Accord 4 door With 330k(sisters car) 2005 toyota Avalon 228k( brothers car) 2002 Sububran 5.3 245k 2000 Tahoe 5.3l 378 General manager for Marco's Carwash & lube

03-19-2014, 12:40 AM	#15
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: THAT is why I carry daily I was thinking of the next guy. If this guy was a threat to you,he'll be a threat to the next guy...or woman...or kid. And,not everyone carries __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

03-19-2014, 01:13 PM	#16
TJ's Chevy Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 10,403	Re: THAT is why I carry daily I don't carry...heck I don't even have a gun. LOL! Our Oregon laws are so stupid. People have gone to jail for defending themselves. Basically you have to let the attacker punch you to death before you can shoot in self-defense. So..gives me a good excuse to leave my truck looking like it does so idiots leave me alone. But looks like I'll be getting a rifle to hang across the back window of my truck. __________________ 1966 Chevy C10 "Project Two Tone" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=596643 1964 GMC "Crustine" semi-build:http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=665056 My youtube channel. Username "Military Chevy": https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_h...fzpcUXyK_5-uiw



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