One would assume that cops would prefer open carry as a way of knowing there are weapons out there.<p.I usually cover up when in Wal Mart and other places and then uncover when I exit the place. Happened to be passing a parked cop car one day as I was uncovering - noticed him looking at me and then he smiled and nodded as I winked at him. This is in S. MS. Haven’t had anyone freak yet but have has a couple asshats telling me how it’s natural for someone to be fearful at the sight of a gun - while they fearlessly ragged on me while my gun was in plain sight on my hip....when I pointed out that they seemed perfectly comfortable, they had no real comeback.
You are correct.
Open carry used to be the norm. Concealed carry was considered cowardly.
I think people should be able to carry however they think best for the situation at hand.