[CholeraJoe]

I used to live in Montana. Gun ownership is very high ~80% of households. Burglary of occupied dwellings is also very low. Coincidence???

They also have open carry and concealed carry without a permit under many circumstances (outside city limits and engaged in any activity in which personal protection might be necessary.)

I was walking down the street in Helena once carrying a newly purchased Springfield M1A. A city police car stopped abruptly, the two officers jumped out and said, “Dude, nice piece! May I look at it?”

[KingLudd]

I was walking down the street in Helena once carrying a newly purchased Springfield M1A. A city police car stopped abruptly, the two officers jumped out and said, “Dude, nice piece! May I look at it?”

Uh, I gotta ask. When the two officers jumped out, was the year 1974, and were you wearing a military uniform, and were you getting ready for the 4th of July Parade? I honestly (and respectfully) cannot imagine the scene you descirbed.

[magslinger]

I remember when police were like that. Not around here anymore.

Just to satisfy my curiousity and to complete the mental image, how did you carry? Port, sling, trail arms or on your wrist in the shotgun drape.