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    So you didn't even have it covered?!

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    I have two red dry bags the rifle goes in.

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    Quote Originally Posted by stug View Post
    I have two red dry bags the rifle goes in.
    That comment was directed @Tussock.

    I've seen your drybag set-up in one of your videos. Very practical!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Frodo View Post
    So you didn't even have it covered?!
    No, why would I? I'm not doing anything illegal and I have a genuine reason to carry it. The old bat who pulled a face probably always does. Her mate gave us a smile and the rest of the people were foreign and just shy and curious.

    Like Tentman said, body language matters. People know the difference between someone furtive and someone carrying a rifle with no more drama than a bicycle.
    veitnamcam, Bagheera and Frodo like this.

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    Just say hello to people you meet.
    Then you become someone to talk to.
    Non threatening.

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    Quote Originally Posted by erniec View Post
    Just say hello to people you meet.
    Then you become someone to talk to.
    Non threatening.
    Yes indeed.

    We as gun owners dont and shouldnt need to hide from the public. Gun owners need to show it is the norm and lawful thing to do in New Zealand. People need to be desensitised, they should stop looking at the gun but look at the type of person and actions of the person, then call the cops if they are concerned.

    To the gun owner, carry on, youre doing nothing wrong providing you have a legit purpose for you being in possession. Make sure you do not have mag or bolt (if bolt), in, do not have ammo in the mag even if not on the rifle. Let the Police come, be respectful, keep calm, show your licence, tell them your purpose. This will help educate the person who reported you that what you are doing is perfectly lawful. Dont be offended if they call the law, it isnt your fault.

    And if the cops arrive on a mission with guns drawn and behaving like gestapo, comply, but inform them they are over the top and out of line and if you feel the need, collect all names and numbers of the officers and lay a formal complaint against their actions. That will hopefully help educate them as well.

    Anyway, thats my 2cents. I wouldnt hide, but thats just me.

    My opinion only.
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