Despite what I've read from others, it appears you were polite during the "discussion". The fact you had a smoke wagon hanging from your hip was incidental and it's clear you didn't threaten anyone. There's nothing wrong asking for consideration from others in a public place.
Kentucky is an open carry state too. But try doing that in Louisville--you'll be harassed by every copper in the joint.
Incidental? CJ himself emphasized the role of the gun in the whole episode!
"I once was a 98-pound weakling. Rather than go the to gym and work out, or just approach people unarmed like a real man, I decided that wearing a gun to intimidate people was much easier. Now people quake at my very appearance -- and I owe it all to my gun!! Who's needs testosterone when you have bullets?"