Oh, I remember you two.
My advice is that if you carry, then carry. Always carry. Never be without your protection. The chances of your ever having to use a gun are slim to none but the minute you leave it at home is the time you will need it.
I'm sure the guy remembers - a snarling Irish Wolfhound is pretty impressive and memorable in nightmarish way.
As a former undesirable, you clean up pretty well. ;-)