Members WillyRay Posted October 18, 2006 Members Share Posted October 18, 2006 The DW's comment about Smith & Wesson in the Sidereal Got His Gear Stolen thread got me wondering about this. Who here carries a firearm when they play gigs? Obviously, if you're going to do that, a Concealed-Carry permit is a necessity. Personally, I've had one or two gigs over the years where I decided to carry. I usually don't, but these were little clubs, with dark parking lots, in fairly nasty neighborhoods. Turns out I didn't need it, but I was glad to have it anyway. Now, there's no way I would EVER carry to a wedding or a concert. The school, up until about 10 days ago, would have fired and expelled me, by the way, but the Utah Supreme Court has ruled their policy un-constitutional. Regardless, in a situation like that, there's just no need, but those late night, carrying several thousand dollars worth of gear through the dark alleys gigs have occasionally made me feel liking packing. As it turns out, I haven't carried since I got married, but some times I wish I still did. Anybody else? /willy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mraia Posted October 18, 2006 Members Share Posted October 18, 2006 never did. I dont like guns, but I guess I like them less when their pointed at me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members RockBass Posted October 18, 2006 Members Share Posted October 18, 2006 Originally posted by WillyRay The DW's comment about Smith & Wesson in the Sidereal Got His Gear Stolen thread got me wondering about this. Who here carries a firearm when they play gigs?Obviously, if you're going to do that, a Concealed-Carry permit is a necessity.Personally, I've had one or two gigs over the years where I decided to carry. I usually don't, but these were little clubs, with dark parking lots, in fairly nasty neighborhoods. Turns out I didn't need it, but I was glad to have it anyway. Now, there's no way I would EVER carry to a wedding or a concert. The school, up until about 10 days ago, would have fired and expelled me, by the way, but the Utah Supreme Court has ruled their policy un-constitutional. Regardless, in a situation like that, there's just no need, but those late night, carrying several thousand dollars worth of gear through the dark alleys gigs have occasionally made me feel liking packing. As it turns out, I haven't carried since I got married, but some times I wish I still did.Anybody else?/willy Glock 9mm. My band usually takes one rig to a show, so we usually have 10K plus worth of equipment on us at any time. The drummer also packs heat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members theFoot Posted October 18, 2006 Members Share Posted October 18, 2006 i've never carried, and never thought about it seriously.there were plenty of sketchy areas around where i've played, and lived. even when friends would get ruffled, i guess i was just lucky (still am). besides, i (foolishly?) thought a cymbal stand would be a pretty good weapon. hey willy, why not just take a big dog with ya? of course, i've just cursed myself, 'cuz i'm in a city that i don't know and am about to go wondering around to find some vittles. here comes my first mugging. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members sidereal Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 Yeah, I'm kind of with TheFoot. I've never really felt I needed it on gigs.. I tend to feel pretty save in the city at night. Usually there are cops at every turn when I'm packed up at 2 a.m., and in the club band I play in, the whole band tends to leave at the same time. I might consider one for home security though. Especially given recent events. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members BBDrums Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 You got to be kidding, RIGHT! Carry a gun to gig!I've never heard of that. but maybe the neighborhoods that you guys play around require that much force. I guess I never had anything happen to me....yet. I hope never. I also weigh a good 250 and look like a bad ass. Mraia's packing heat, in her shoes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ermghoti Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 Originally posted by WillyRay The school, up until about 10 days ago, would have fired and expelled me, by the way, but the Utah Supreme Court has ruled their policy un-constitutional. Federal law prohibits possession of a firearm on the property of a school. Utah may not prosecute you, but if the area Federal prosecutor has a hair across his ass, and you get caught, you are very screwed. I've carried on a few gigs, but back when I was allowed to carry by my employer, I had a handgun every day, unless there was a compelling reason not to. So, I didn't so much carry specifically to a gig, I was just normally armed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members WillyRay Posted October 19, 2006 Author Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 Originally posted by ermghoti Federal law prohibits possession of a firearm on the property of a school. Utah may not prosecute you, but if the area Federal prosecutor has a hair across his ass, and you get caught, you are very screwed. This is a State-run University. I think that makes a difference. Their policy has been we'll fire you if we find it, CCW or no. SCOU just told them that wouldn't work. I wouldn't say I know for sure. Tell you one thing, my employer doesn't want me to do it, I'm not going to do it, whether I'm allowed by law or not. Which is convenient anyway, 'cause I'm not currently licensed. /w Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mraia Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 Originally posted by BBDrums You got to be kidding, RIGHT! Carry a gun to gig! I've never heard of that. but maybe the neighborhoods that you guys play around require that much force. I guess I never had anything happen to me....yet. I hope never. I also weigh a good 250 and look like a bad ass. Mraia's packing heat, in her shoes. Dude, you may be 250 and look like a bad ass, but Im 6'1" 245lbs of solid gym and football muscle, and if you ever call me a "her" again, I will double bass all over your ass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members BBDrums Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 easy down, I'm not the best speller and ment Mraia IS, sorry. we cool? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members BBDrums Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 Originally posted by mraia Dude, you may be 250 and look like a bad ass, but Im 6'1" 245lbs of solid gym and football muscle, and if you ever call me a "her" again, I will double bass all over your ass. Wait, when did I call you a "her" ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members manoeuver Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 My last band. that's me w/ the SKS and little baretta. we didn't typically bring the assault rifles to shows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members BBDrums Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 you guys are wacked. didn't your mother always tell you never to point. did I tell you I like your drumming. don't shoot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members manoeuver Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 when a firearm won't do... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members BBDrums Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 Whats the cat going to do? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members WillyRay Posted October 19, 2006 Author Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 Yeah, that's messed up, Hoff. Alchohol and cats don't mix, dude. /w Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members manoeuver Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 Originally posted by BBDrums Whats the cat going to do? if you squeeze him just right... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members zarazabas Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 I was a little suprised when i read this thread... then i remembered you crazy americans are obsessed with guns. DOWN WITH GUNS! Seriously though, i've never been to your country and dont really know how necessary it is to carry a gun for self defense, but its a very sad state of affairs if you do have to. If i had my way no one would have a gun. period. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members zarazabas Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 Originally posted by T Hofmann My last band. that's me w/ the SKS and little baretta. we didn't typically bring the assault rifles to shows. Thats so cool man. You guys are so hard posing with your guns and all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members drummerman Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 guns are cool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members manoeuver Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 Originally posted by zarazabas I was a little suprised when i read this thread... then i remembered you crazy americans are obsessed with guns. DOWN WITH GUNS! Seriously though, i've never been to your country and dont really know how necessary it is to carry a gun for self defense, but its a very sad state of affairs if you do have to. If i had my way no one would have a gun. period. I thought the gun-loathing non-americans would never show up! or the gun loathing americans for that matter. remember: guns don't kill people. bullets kill people. keep your freedoms, kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Majoria Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 I play in a Christian band. For many reasons, we are unloaded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members the DW Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 Glocks, Barettas, SKS's......nah. Give me my .308 sniper from 1000 yds anyday! You won't even hear it coming. Just kidding. All I need are my two 5B's, and my knowledge of where to strike on the human body. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members theFoot Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 THofmannnnnn, all you guys need for defense is that case of PBR and some rope. Here's the plan...First, restrain the offending bastardo, Then drink all the PBR, Then wait a few hours to unleash the effects of cheap beer upon your assailant. I gotta say, I've offended myself by the effects too much PBR has had upon me. A plan such as this will deter crime to such a degree, fat-assed law makers might start thinking of banning cheap beer! Hmmm, maybe guns are a better way to go--they smell better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Old Steve Posted October 19, 2006 Members Share Posted October 19, 2006 I don't need a gun. When I get angry (very seldom) "Old Steve" becomes "Insane Steve who will fight to the death". At 6'6" and 240lbs (at least 40% of which is pure friggin muscle baby) people generally leave me alone when I'm grumpy. Nevertheless, I've had gigs where I've had to contemplate self defense, and I figure every stand in my kit and most of my rack components are made of steel bars. When swung at somebody's skull (using a slightly-slower-than-mraia's-feet speed) your average drunken hillbilly is looking at a skull fracture, so I don't worry much. As for guns, they're just another tool. You can kill people with a ball peen hammer or a screwdriver if you know what you're doing. A gun is no different, IMHO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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