CoRoMo
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There are only a couple really weird guys at my gun club. They are both pretty cool actually. Both are quite knowledgeable about things that I am not.
Why dress this way at the range?
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Hokkmike
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"He got a little upset when he was told he could not open carry on the rifle"
Why does the range have this policy?
"Asked him if he had served in the military and replied he had not."
Why does this matter?
An interesting OP. I have never met a person like that at my gun club. I have seen a kid with a dad who would allow his son's bolt to be closed on a rifle pointed down range when people went to check their targets. (I saw that the magazines and chambers were emptied but I still like open bolts)
Just curious - did the knife stick?
Why does the range have this policy?
"Asked him if he had served in the military and replied he had not."
Why does this matter?
An interesting OP. I have never met a person like that at my gun club. I have seen a kid with a dad who would allow his son's bolt to be closed on a rifle pointed down range when people went to check their targets. (I saw that the magazines and chambers were emptied but I still like open bolts)
Just curious - did the knife stick?
grampster
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That's why I do all my shooting out in the national forest. I can wear all my combat gear, grease paint my face and do barrel rolls and only be laughed at by the squirrels and deer.
hogshead
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^ Reminds me I need to practice my barrel rolls.
dcarch
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When I go to the range, my usual tactical loadout is a worn pair of Levis, Tony Lama cowboy boots, a flannel shirt, aviator shades, and an Astros hat. And here's the thing. I'm in the 18-25 age group. There's always one young shooter who doesn't think the older guys have it wrong. I guess in my area, that would be me.
BCCL
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The range I shot on in college had one of those guys, would wear a full military pistol belt, Beretta in a military holster, fatigues and 10" bladed combat knife........at an indoor range.
MrDig
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Geez you guys, I'm 52 and depending on where I am in my laundry cycle I might just might wear woodland cammo BDU pants to the range. I holster a multi-tool and have a knife clipped in one of my pockets. Does this make me a "Range Ranger"?
Sometimes I wear a T-shirt that has a pro second amendment statement on it, is that ok by your standards?
What if I wear my old comfortable as hell combat boots?
Sometimes I wear jeans and a BDU shirt, I like lots of pockets is that ok?
Should I buy a tailored suit and 3500 dollar Italian shoes so you know I'm a stand up guy?
This would also mean I need to spend no less than 1500 bucks per gun so you can be comfortable around me at the range?
Have I made a point or do I need to continue?
When we start ridiculing people for how they dress or what gun they bring or any other reason we become snobs, we need each and every person who comes to a range, gun store or where ever to have a positive experience and be welcomed to the fold not ridiculed out of the click.
Sometimes I wear a T-shirt that has a pro second amendment statement on it, is that ok by your standards?
What if I wear my old comfortable as hell combat boots?
Sometimes I wear jeans and a BDU shirt, I like lots of pockets is that ok?
Should I buy a tailored suit and 3500 dollar Italian shoes so you know I'm a stand up guy?
This would also mean I need to spend no less than 1500 bucks per gun so you can be comfortable around me at the range?
Have I made a point or do I need to continue?
When we start ridiculing people for how they dress or what gun they bring or any other reason we become snobs, we need each and every person who comes to a range, gun store or where ever to have a positive experience and be welcomed to the fold not ridiculed out of the click.
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I am a gun range fashionista! I'd be glad to give these youngin's some fashion tips especially in the foot ware department. I'll teach these kids how to go from tacticool to bwanabe in three easy steps.
1. Bush hat and shorts
2. Unbuttoned vest over a bare torso
3. Manly foot ware
And never under any circumstances smile in any picture.
Problem solved!
1. Bush hat and shorts
2. Unbuttoned vest over a bare torso
3. Manly foot ware
And never under any circumstances smile in any picture.
Problem solved!
WardenWolf
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I saw a guy come into the indoor range and pull out an AR-15 with a big muzzle brake. He just started blasting with it, that muzzle brake redirecting all the noise and shockwave right at the other shooters and making us cringe. Then, after about 10 minutes of this, he puts it down, unscrews the brake, and screws on his suppressor, which he had the whole time. 
So when you're at the rifle range you cannot carry a handgun? I would be quite peeved if someone told me I had to disarm before going to the 'rifle' range too. But I would just leave and find a decent range.
And while I'm not a member or fan of the tacticool club, is there a reason he shouldn't have worn cargo pants (comfortable) and boonie hat (keeps your neck/face out of the sun)?
I think people are getting a little too picky about what everyone else is doing.
That being said, good on you for pointing out when he could have potentially damaged his rifle.
And while I'm not a member or fan of the tacticool club, is there a reason he shouldn't have worn cargo pants (comfortable) and boonie hat (keeps your neck/face out of the sun)?
I think people are getting a little too picky about what everyone else is doing.
That being said, good on you for pointing out when he could have potentially damaged his rifle.
I'm too old to care about other peoples bad or good taste in clothing.
The only things that matter are "friend or Foe", Self important <deleted> or pleasant demeanor. I give everyone a chance and am pleasantly surprised quite often. Doesn't mean I won't be behind you until I see your intent or skill level. And no one that I don't know has any idea that I use a knife and handgun equalliy well with both hands.
Saying that it is always a pleasure to meet new people who are open minded and interested in the same things I am. The dynamics of sharing experiences and infromation is one of the best things that we do in life.
The person you least expect to be congenial or pleasant might be the one that looks the most odd. I rememebr a time when most every man wore a tie(with a tiebar) and a hat whenever outdoors. Yes I saw both on the firing line.
Just some rambleings before I take my moring meds. Its all life, not a rehearsal, Enjoy it.
Cheers,
ts
The only things that matter are "friend or Foe", Self important <deleted> or pleasant demeanor. I give everyone a chance and am pleasantly surprised quite often. Doesn't mean I won't be behind you until I see your intent or skill level. And no one that I don't know has any idea that I use a knife and handgun equalliy well with both hands.
Saying that it is always a pleasure to meet new people who are open minded and interested in the same things I am. The dynamics of sharing experiences and infromation is one of the best things that we do in life.
The person you least expect to be congenial or pleasant might be the one that looks the most odd. I rememebr a time when most every man wore a tie(with a tiebar) and a hat whenever outdoors. Yes I saw both on the firing line.
Just some rambleings before I take my moring meds. Its all life, not a rehearsal, Enjoy it.
Cheers,
ts
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Al Thompson
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Bullfrog Ken makes a great point. Lots of youngsters don't have anyone older to gently point out mistakes and errors as well as set the example. This applies on and off the range.
mdauben
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I honestly don't see the problem.
As long as the individual is practicing safe gun handling, what difference does it make how he's dressed? There are entire organizations that cater to people who like to dress as cowboys, or civil war soldiers, or buckskinners as part of their shooting activities and we don't make fun of them. Why make fun of someone who gets a kick out of dressing "tactical" or "military"?
As long as the individual is practicing safe gun handling, what difference does it make how he's dressed? There are entire organizations that cater to people who like to dress as cowboys, or civil war soldiers, or buckskinners as part of their shooting activities and we don't make fun of them. Why make fun of someone who gets a kick out of dressing "tactical" or "military"?
BullfrogKen
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H&Hhunter said:
You forgot the pink bunny slippers! That's an awesome picture. But if I didn't know you . . . I'd think you're off your rocker.
scramasax said:
Well, I don't always wear a tie out on the line, but I have once or twice.
Of course I'm a bit odd in that I go to the other extreme to try to dress like a gentleman as I go throughout my day. Even when I go out to the range. I don't even own a pair of blue jeans anymore.
Now that's not me, but I like their style. Notice the hearing protection on the leather satchel?
But even a stodge like me isn't concerned with the young doing things young people do. As long as he's safe and uses proper range etiquette we'll get along. Young people like to express themselves and make statements through how they look.
Driftertank
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Gives me brilliant idea for a "reaction gag." Get all tacti-cooled out and go to a range on a busy day, loiter around for a while until everyone is convinced i'm a clueless poseur, then pull out a muzzleloader and start doing load workups. Or settle down on the long-distance range and start printing groups at 500 or so.
Goofy dress may draw a smirk from me, but i tend to reserve judgement for when i've observed actions. Poor etiquette or dangerous behavior, or my personal favorite, showing off when you have a below average skill-level, as in the case of the tatted-up, sideways-shooting, hi-cap-nine vatos at the local public (ungoverned) range who brought a case of cheap beer, drank half of them and set up the other half at ten paces, then proceeded to send several boxes of ammunition downrange trying to impress each other, leaving 4 bottles unscathed.
Myself and my shooting partner subtly took position behind our vehicle and watched until they were finished before resuming or shooting.
Goofy dress may draw a smirk from me, but i tend to reserve judgement for when i've observed actions. Poor etiquette or dangerous behavior, or my personal favorite, showing off when you have a below average skill-level, as in the case of the tatted-up, sideways-shooting, hi-cap-nine vatos at the local public (ungoverned) range who brought a case of cheap beer, drank half of them and set up the other half at ten paces, then proceeded to send several boxes of ammunition downrange trying to impress each other, leaving 4 bottles unscathed.
Myself and my shooting partner subtly took position behind our vehicle and watched until they were finished before resuming or shooting.
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How does dressing like gentleman make you any more of one? Or how does causal attire make you any less of one? Some of the best dressed men I have ever seen were also some of the biggest As... I mean JERKS I have ever met. Last time I checked it is just as easy to open a door for a Lady in jeans and a pocket T-shirt as it is a three piece and a tie.
A Gentleman is what you are not style.
So what does all that have to do with the topic at hand? You cannot judge a book by its cover. Be a Mentor not a Tormentor.
A Gentleman is what you are not style.
So what does all that have to do with the topic at hand? You cannot judge a book by its cover. Be a Mentor not a Tormentor.
doubleh
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"Why dress this way at the range"?
Probably because he wanted to. Free country isn't it?
So he didn't know about his AR. Everyone has to learn. About the only thing that we are born knowing how to do is eat. Everything else is aquired knowledge.
I would much rather see some one dressed like that than listen to some of the windbags and know-it-alls I encounter once in awhile at my local range.
I'm not a great people person either as you can tell by this post.
Probably because he wanted to. Free country isn't it?
So he didn't know about his AR. Everyone has to learn. About the only thing that we are born knowing how to do is eat. Everything else is aquired knowledge.
I would much rather see some one dressed like that than listen to some of the windbags and know-it-alls I encounter once in awhile at my local range.
I'm not a great people person either as you can tell by this post.
mcdonl
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I met a guy a few years ago at my 2nd job... he showed up all decked out with 5.11 gear (EMS), had the trauma shears in his pocket, every known belt attachment and looked like he was ready for a Mass Casualty incident. He was new, just coming in for an interview. Even had a portable radio for another department...
I asked what license level he was at, his answer... "I am not licensed".... He was in it for the gear I guess... In the fire/EMS service we call them whackers... He never came back.
I asked what license level he was at, his answer... "I am not licensed".... He was in it for the gear I guess... In the fire/EMS service we call them whackers... He never came back.
Ragnar Danneskjold
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Why do some people put on wool uniforms from 150 years ago and shoot blank firing muskets at each other? Why do some people put on boots, spurs and cowboy hats and compete with each on who can shoot single action revolvers the best? Why do some people dress up like members of the Army from WWII and pretend to relive the Battle of the Bulge?
Because they enjoy it. And in the United States, as long as your enjoyment is not hurting anyone else, that reason is damn good enough.
I will never ever understand why so many gun owners on THR, people who allegedly love the freedoms of the US, get so upset over the way someone chooses to dress. You see "tacticool", I see a man enjoying a life where he can dress that way, and have fun doing it, just because he can. And that makes me smile.
Because they enjoy it. And in the United States, as long as your enjoyment is not hurting anyone else, that reason is damn good enough.
I will never ever understand why so many gun owners on THR, people who allegedly love the freedoms of the US, get so upset over the way someone chooses to dress. You see "tacticool", I see a man enjoying a life where he can dress that way, and have fun doing it, just because he can. And that makes me smile.
Soooo. Are you fellas suggesting that my recent trip to the range, wearing a tube top, and mini shorts was not proper attire?! In my defense, they were camo. 
You fellas got some pretty high standards. All I care is someone can shoot, or is willing to be taught. Camo dentures, uh?
Geno
You fellas got some pretty high standards. All I care is someone can shoot, or is willing to be taught. Camo dentures, uh?Geno
bikerdoc
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I spend most of my range time improving my skills and not playing faishion police.
Oh, Im 63 and some time wear camo. Dont care what others think.
Oh, Im 63 and some time wear camo. Dont care what others think.
The War Wagon
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Wow... I think I'd of left the area! No telling how his aim might be!
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