Same here in the Panhandle.....I carry a Guncrafters Ind Glock in 50GI ......the DPS always asked if they can shoot it.....:o)
CHL folks for most part in my small town are known an trusted by local cops. Few times I travel from home I just stay on cruise control an avoid a traffic stop.
Local cop asked me once CCW law was passed if I was gonna get a permit to carry my "hog leg" (Charter Arms .44 SPL). I told him my permit was over 220 years old.... he laughed and said "have a nice day". I've since gotten the state permit.