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10/27/2006 8:39:21 AM EDT
I live in the state of Florida and recently have been considering running the obstacle course of paperwork to get a concealed firearm permit in FL.  But I was just wondering what you all think about it.  From what I've read its a huge resposibility.  Is it worth it I guess is my question.

Apparently some 390,000 people in the state of Florida have one, anyone on the boards one of them?
10/27/2006 9:35:00 AM EDT
[#1]
Get some good formal training in CCW. It is a very big responsibility but very much worth it! I just trained at Valhalla Training Center, they tought me more in a few day then I learned over the last 15 years! Check them out www.valhallashootingclub.com. There are other good shooting schools around the country to also look in to.
10/27/2006 9:36:59 AM EDT
[#2]
TONS of folks here on ar15.com have their license to carry, myself included.

I think it's worth it to carry IF you have the conviction to shoot somebody should you be forced into that scenario.
10/27/2006 1:18:37 PM EDT
[#3]
It is an enormous responsibility.  It's worth the peace of mind for me to know I can defend my wife and child if I have to.  LE is responsible for protecting the public at large, not individuals.  You should be willing to protect yourself and your family if you decide to carry.

I will also recomend you attend formal handgun training no matter how long you've been shooting.  My last course was here: http://www.aptacademy.com/
10/27/2006 1:38:05 PM EDT
[#4]
If you're near Alachua, I teach a course that will qualify you for the permit.

IM me and I'll drop you my phone number and answer any questions you have.
10/27/2006 5:15:12 PM EDT
[#5]

Quoted:
I live in the state of Florida and recently have been considering running the obstacle course of paperwork to get a concealed firearm permit in FL.  But I was just wondering what you all think about it.  From what I've read its a huge resposibility.  Is it worth it I guess is my question.

Apparently some 390,000 people in the state of Florida have one, anyone on the boards one of them?


You can come and visit my second home also.

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10/28/2006 1:21:25 AM EDT
[#6]
I've had a Washington State permit for over 17 years.

And I have carried concealed almost every day of that 17 years every where I'm legally allowed to.
10/30/2006 8:05:46 AM EDT
[#7]
Thanks for all the replies guys.  I'll probably take an in depth course before I even buy my first handgun (prolly woulda happened that way anyway as i'm kinda broke ATM).

In any case i'm glad to hear positive responses in general.