Perfectly justified fear, of course, but it really shows how things are getting scary. It was a really unsettling thread how everyone was sharing stories of their conservative relatives or neighbors who daily talk about killing them.

  • grey_wolf_whenever [he/him]
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    4 years ago

    Genuine question: do I need to get a gun? I really do hate the idea of having one. Someone CMV on gun ownership, or tell me I don't necessarily need one please.

      • grey_wolf_whenever [he/him]
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        4 years ago

        I'm actually from an area where everyone target shoots and has guns, and have had a .22 growing up, iron sights, no scope. I wasn't a bad shot then and I'm probably not now.

        That being said it just doesn't sit right with me, it's like an anxiety. I don't have a specific concern, but you're right, there's more than one way to be involved and it takes all of us in a lot of different ways.

          • spectre [he/him]
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            4 years ago

            Also, most ranges won't let you rent a gun unless you bring a buddy (in case someone got the bright idea to rent a gun and off themselves at the range), so make sure you have that covered.

              • spectre [he/him]
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                4 years ago

                Might be worth starting that conversation with someone you trust, if possible. Otherwise reach out to your local SRA branch.

      • grey_wolf_whenever [he/him]
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        4 years ago

        I'm just uncomfortable with it. I know it's stupid that there's nothing more concrete than that, but it's just how I am.

        • LumberjackHero [he/him]
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          4 years ago

          You’re okay. My wife’s the same way, but understands the sad and grave reality that we may need one in the near future. It’s not a comfortable thought though, that’s for damn sure.