I think it's all about where you grew up - I've spent my life in a Philly suburb. A while back a friend (with valid carry permit) came over to my house and pulled out his new .380 to show me. I freaked a little because I was sure someone would see in the window and call the police.
I contrast that with this experience: A few months ago I was driving in Naticoke on my way to visit my cousin who was in the Mercy Acute Care Center. I saw two men nonchalantly comparing rifles out by a truck parked on a house-lined suburban street. I knew right away I was in the mountains and no longer at home!
Naticoke = Nanticoke