Is this man dangerous?

mystific · May 9, 2011, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by pattygrown40

@Mystific I did not know she was in the UK until Cat asked her but on the other hand I live in the US and it is very legal here! Thank you for lettig me know that and since Snaowflake you hurt yourself it wouldn't be good for you to have protection at all! Just stay away from the rough necks and you will be alright : )

I have lived in both UK and US. It was certainly an eye opener to see how easy it is to purchase weapons in the US.

Not that I went out and got one ... I'd end up doing myself more harm than anyone else

pattygrown40 · May 9, 2011, 04:24 PM

@mystific: SELF DEFENSE LOL!but at least you understood what I was talking about! Cheers to you : )

Alty · May 9, 2011, 08:25 PM

Patty, I looked at your post from a Canadian point of view. In Canada it's also very hard to get a gun.

I understand the need to protect yourself, and I've been in abusive situations. My point was that a gun is dangerous. Also, she could end up being charged. What if she panics and ends up shooting the mailman thinking it's her ex?

There are other ways to protect yourself. You don't always have to go for the heavy artillery.

mystific · May 9, 2011, 08:39 PM

ERROR: You must spread some Reputation around before giving it to Altenweg again.

I agree with the gun being dangerous, as is any weapon you may defend yourself with.

My dad once told me, if you ever use a weapon you make sure you know how to defend yourself against it ... There's always a chance you could lose it to your attacker .. I can't dodge bullets, so gun's are certainly not high on my list of 'defensive mechanisms'.

Alty · May 9, 2011, 08:43 PM

I feel the same way. I'm also afraid that I could accidentally shoot someone out of fear.

I've taken self defense, I have three dogs, and 4 killer attack rabbits.

I'm not begrudging anyone the right to have a gun, but there's a lot more involved (or there should be) then just going to the local gun store and picking up a weapon that is made to end a human life. There should be numerous training sessions, tests, etc. Etc. I just find that it's way too easy for people to get these weapons, and most don't have any clue how to safely use them.

Also, the OP is not in the mental state that is conducive to having a weapon in the home.

pattygrown40 · May 9, 2011, 08:48 PM

@Alteweg I was speaking from an American point of view very selfish of me. My apoloigies please! Here in thr US is really viloent crimes going on and it is very easy to own artillery here. That why I stated in my last post that in her current situation that would not be in her best interest! Some Defense Classes would benefit her more and some Major Counseling, She is a smart young lady and she will be alright. I just believe that!

Alty · May 9, 2011, 08:58 PM

No apologies necessary Patty, we just see things differently, and that's okay.

We do agree that she's a smart lady, and counseling is a must. I also believe that she'll be okay.

pattygrown40 · May 9, 2011, 09:27 PM

Great okay I am off to bed! G.N.

HistorianChick · May 10, 2011, 06:49 AM

I'm an American, descended from Mayflower passengers, American Revolution soldiers, Civil War soldiers, and military men. I grew up where guns were commonplace.

I've also gone through an abusive relationship where I had to take a restraining order out on the man that I had broken up with. He was a military guy that threatened to blow up my Mom's mailbox. Fun stuff, huh?

I think that it is irresponsible for every person to run out and get a gun for "self defense" whenever they feel they should.

Personally, I think each person should take it upon themselves to receive self defense TRAINING, rather than run out and buy a gun. If, after receiving necessary training, the person is still insecure, by all means, buy a gun. But it should not just be the first response.

I think this is the reason why we HAVE so many violent crimes, crimes of passion, and accidental shootings. People just assume that because we can we should.

talaniman · May 10, 2011, 07:34 AM

The best way to handle abuse from a psycho, is to leave, and get all the support you can from the friends and family around you, and the properly trained authorities. Knowledge is power, and the more others close to you know what you are going through, the better they can help protect you, that and being aware and vigilante in your own behalf, are better than depending on a gun to keep you safe. That's a very false sense of security.

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