Open carry was not as common as we would like to believe. Yeah maybe on open plains etc yet many towns had restrictions on such even back then.
I want to be able to carry my sidearm safely any way I choose. Be it concealed or open carry. I would select a concealed carry mode 99% of the time I suppose.
Interesting thead....stay safe.
I prefer to "carry enough gun". On my budget, I can't afford a $1000 Kimber Ultra Carry II or an $1800 STI Total Eclipse.
In MN, I can wear a jacket that covers my CQC holster just fine for about 8 months out of the year. The other 4 months I either carry my little .22 auto or use the old Thunderwear rig as the occasion allows. I would prefer to be a lot more comfortable and just wear my CQC holster year 'round.
Tactical questions and LEO asshattery aside... It's my Right isn't it?