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Posted: 1/15/2020 1:57:18 AM EDT

Saw a Magpul sticker on a SUV. Seems like a good way to advertise you own guns to the wrong people.

About 20 years ago, punks targeted cops who brought their cars home for the night in my town. Close family friend who was a cop, had all his guns stolen when he was out. It happened to others.

Posted: 1/15/2020 1:58:36 AM EDT

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Because, they're tards

Posted: 1/15/2020 1:58:48 AM EDT

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Do you even salt life bro?

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:00:32 AM EDT

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Why put stickers on anything?

Stickers are for kids and the poors.

I de-label, de-badge, un-sticker everything.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:01:07 AM EDT

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I have a DW and Giesselle sticker on mine. No crack head around here is going to know what they mean.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:01:08 AM EDT

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In the early 2000’s; in Portland, I had a big ‘Colt’ sticker- on the back of my Subaru wagon.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:08:10 AM EDT

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I don’t like any stickers but I also don’t mind them if they help guns become more common place and acceptable to general pop

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:11:20 AM EDT

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Have no idea what that is, I'm a boomer.

Ok, Googled it, kind of like OP and Vans in the 80's.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:12:19 AM EDT

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I have a BFL magnet on few of my cars and trucks. Was outed at a auto shop by a few Arfcommers. They asked if i knew what the symbol on the hack of the vert. I said yes its mine.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:13:02 AM EDT

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Are you a lesbian that likes Colt?

Not that there is anything wrong with it.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:14:06 AM EDT

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Until they google them

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:14:39 AM EDT

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In today's climate, I get the persec aspect. But, there are still a few people around who are not willing to live in fear. Some are actually proud of who they are and confident in their values.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:16:34 AM EDT

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Because it’s their vehicle? Be it because their proud of supporting the #2A, don’t care or not aware that potentially makes them a bigger target for BMV’s who cares?? It’s their vehicle...

With that said I have zero decals on my truck

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:18:58 AM EDT

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Nothing wrong with one on the back.

Now here in Austin most bumper stickers are used to keep liberal cars from falling apart.

Only one I have on my suv says “ My other auto is a 45 acp “.

My truck has one that says “ My other auto is a ma Duce”

Had one lady look at my suv and say I don’t get it. Her husband told her he would explain when they got to their car.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:20:17 AM EDT

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I'm just glad I don't let people like that live in my mind rent-free.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:21:28 AM EDT

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Your right of course, but targeting people with NRA stickers was a thing at one time (Don't know if it still is?) I guess for me, reducing the chances of getting your shit broken into by advertising I own guns, is a concern. But I'm old, and not as brave as I use to be.

Had my car broken into one time, they stole my leather jacket, and some CD's. But missed the Ruger SP101 357, in the center consul next to the leather jacket.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:23:15 AM EDT

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None for me thank you. Most times when I pass a car it will be a Prius and have a rainbow sticker.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:23:22 AM EDT

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Rent free is subjective.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:24:36 AM EDT

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I've had a VCDL sticker in my back window of my last few vehicles.

A couple months ago I added the big orange magnet to my tailgate.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:25:14 AM EDT

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Your right of course, but targeting people with NRA stickers was a thing at one time (Don't know if it still is?) I guess for me, reducing the chances of getting your shit broken into by advertising I own guns, is a concern. But I'm old, and not as brave as I use to be.

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In today's climate, I get the persec aspect. But, there are still a few people around who are not willing to live in fear. Some are actually proud of who they are and confident in their values.

Your right of course, but targeting people with NRA stickers was a thing at one time (Don't know if it still is?) I guess for me, reducing the chances of getting your shit broken into by advertising I own guns, is a concern. But I'm old, and not as brave as I use to be.

Jack Wilson should serve as a reminder to not fuck with old guys

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:25:26 AM EDT

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I've seen guns in the back window and people open carrying. No one around here is gonna care about a gun sticker.

I've got a BFL on my truck. No one cares.

Also, why does anyone put any stickers on their car? Some people just like putting stickers on things.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:25:31 AM EDT

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Posted: 1/15/2020 2:27:30 AM EDT

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I've seen guns in the back window and people open carrying. No one around here is gonna care about a gun sticker.

I've got a BFL on my truck. No one cares.

Also, why does anyone put any stickers on their car? Some people just like putting stickers on things.

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NOT Recommended to try that in Houston

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:30:40 AM EDT

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In today's climate, I get the persec aspect. But, there are still a few people around who are not willing to live in fear. Some are actually proud of who they are and confident in their values.

Your right of course, but targeting people with NRA stickers was a thing at one time (Don't know if it still is?) I guess for me, reducing the chances of getting your shit broken into by advertising I own guns, is a concern. But I'm old, and not as brave as I use to be.

Jack Wilson should serve as a reminder to not fuck with old guys

He's a hero for sure. I would hope in a situation like that, I might do the same. Fucking with some gang-banger breaking into my car not going to take that chance.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:33:47 AM EDT

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Not everyone hides in the shadows...

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:33:58 AM EDT

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I've seen guns in the back window and people open carrying. No one around here is gonna care about a gun sticker.

I've got a BFL on my truck. No one cares.

Also, why does anyone put any stickers on their car? Some people just like putting stickers on things.

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I guess it matters where you live. My neighborhood was safe rural area 45 years ago, when we moved here, now not so much. And moving is not an option.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:35:09 AM EDT

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He's a hero for sure. I would hope in a situation like that, I might do the same. Fucking with some gang-banger breaking into my car not so much.

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In today's climate, I get the persec aspect. But, there are still a few people around who are not willing to live in fear. Some are actually proud of who they are and confident in their values.

Your right of course, but targeting people with NRA stickers was a thing at one time (Don't know if it still is?) I guess for me, reducing the chances of getting your shit broken into by advertising I own guns, is a concern. But I'm old, and not as brave as I use to be.

Jack Wilson should serve as a reminder to not fuck with old guys

He's a hero for sure. I would hope in a situation like that, I might do the same. Fucking with some gang-banger breaking into my car not so much.

I agree I wouldn’t shoot someone for breaking into my vehicle, unless they had a weapon and tried to engage me. Now you break into my house, armed or not......

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:36:51 AM EDT

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FPNI

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:37:28 AM EDT

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You say hiding, I say being low key. But that's my thing, when it come to advertising my gun owner ship. It may not be right for everyone.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:38:57 AM EDT

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I agree I wouldn’t shoot someone for breaking into my vehicle, unless they had a weapon and tried to engage me. Now you break into my house, armed or not......

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In today's climate, I get the persec aspect. But, there are still a few people around who are not willing to live in fear. Some are actually proud of who they are and confident in their values.

Your right of course, but targeting people with NRA stickers was a thing at one time (Don't know if it still is?) I guess for me, reducing the chances of getting your shit broken into by advertising I own guns, is a concern. But I'm old, and not as brave as I use to be.

Jack Wilson should serve as a reminder to not fuck with old guys

He's a hero for sure. I would hope in a situation like that, I might do the same. Fucking with some gang-banger breaking into my car not so much.

I agree I wouldn’t shoot someone for breaking into my vehicle, unless they had a weapon and tried to engage me. Now you break into my house, armed or not......

Break into my house, and I go all old man that doesn't give a shit, and will defend myself and loved ones.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:41:40 AM EDT

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I've seen guns in the back window and people open carrying. No one around here is gonna care about a gun sticker.

I've got a BFL on my truck. No one cares.

Also, why does anyone put any stickers on their car? Some people just like putting stickers on things.

NOT Recommended to try that in Houston

That's why I don't live in Texas.

For real though, if I lived in a big city/ liberal area I wouldn't have guns or stickers visible on my car either.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:43:13 AM EDT

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That's why I don't live in Texas.

For real though, if I lived in a big city/ liberal area I wouldn't have guns or stickers visible on my car either.

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I've seen guns in the back window and people open carrying. No one around here is gonna care about a gun sticker.

I've got a BFL on my truck. No one cares.

Also, why does anyone put any stickers on their car? Some people just like putting stickers on things.

NOT Recommended to try that in Houston

That's why I don't live in Texas.

For real though, if I lived in a big city/ liberal area I wouldn't have guns or stickers visible on my car either.

Well I’m sure Sheila Jackson Lee is disappointed to not have you as a constituent

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:43:57 AM EDT

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I'm just glad I don't let people like that live in my mind rent-free.

Rent free is subjective.

Maybe in your case it is, but I'm not going to micromanage every tiny little thing I see, or worry that someone might see a piece of thin plastic as an invitation to help themselves, to the extent that I start questioning the motives of my own shadow. I simply refuse to live in fear, that's all.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:47:30 AM EDT

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That's why I don't live in Texas.

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About 26 years ago, I was a manager for a short time at a hippie food CO-OP. I loved wearing my gun related T-shirts and hats to work.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:52:42 AM EDT

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Maybe in your case it is, but I'm not going to micromanage every tiny little thing I see, or worry that someone might see a piece of thin plastic as an invitation to help themselves, to the extent that I start questioning the motives of my own shadow. I simply refuse to live in fear, that's all.

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If it works for you that's good. For me, discretion is the better part of valor.

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:55:25 AM EDT

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You say hiding, I say being low key. But that's my thing, when it come to advertising my gun owner ship. It may not be right for everyone.

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Not everyone hides in the shadows...

You say hiding, I say being low key. But that's my thing, when it come to advertising my gun owner ship. It may not be right for everyone.

You ask a question in the thread & the OP that implies that stickers are absolute, one way or the other. Many here piss on the notion of putting a sticker(s) on their vehicles, some going as far as calling those that do tarded. You then say that it may not be right for everyone.

Seems quite contradictory, or atleast inconsistent. Perhaps I read into your intent incorrectly, don't know. That said, I'll leave this link here as an example. Granted, having stickers on his vehicle(s) isn't discussed, but he ain't hiding nor afraid to advertise...

https://www.ar15.com/forums/General/BREAKING-VA-ARFCOMMERs-release-resolution-to-call-upon-the-Virginian-Unorganized-Militia/5-2287825/?page=10&anc=82987198#i82987198

Posted: 1/15/2020 2:56:26 AM EDT

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Banana Sticker!!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxxQS5LJi9w

Posted: 1/15/2020 3:04:37 AM EDT

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In today's climate, I get the persec aspect. But, there are still a few people around who are not willing to live in fear. Some are actually proud of who they are and confident in their values.

Your right of course, but targeting people with NRA stickers was a thing at one time (Don't know if it still is?) I guess for me, reducing the chances of getting your shit broken into by advertising I own guns, is a concern. But I'm old, and not as brave as I use to be.

Jack Wilson should serve as a reminder to not fuck with old guys

As with Stephen Willeford (older gentleman who used his AR to end the Suntherland Springs Church Shooters Rampage)...

Don't Mess with Old Guys & their Guns...

@1057

Posted: 1/15/2020 3:19:33 AM EDT

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I've got a YHM, silencer shop and BFM on mine, tucked in with some trail badges.

Posted: 1/15/2020 3:33:45 AM EDT

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You ask a question in the thread & the OP that implies that stickers are absolute, one way or the other. Many here piss on the notion of putting a sticker(s) on their vehicles, some going as far as calling those that do tarded. You then say that it may not be right for everyone.

Seems quite contradictory, or atleast inconsistent. Perhaps I read into your intent incorrectly, don't know. That said, I'll leave this link here as an example. Granted, having stickers on his vehicle(s) isn't discussed, but he ain't hiding nor afraid to advertise...

https://www.ar15.com/forums/General/BREAKING-VA-ARFCOMMERs-release-resolution-to-call-upon-the-Virginian-Unorganized-Militia/5-2287825/?page=10&anc=82987198#i82987198

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Not sure I implied it was obsolete, just asking why people do it. For me, and others I know, it seems like a good way to advertise you own guns to the wrong people, like I said in the Op.

I did not call anyone tards, juts asking a question. But I concede, I may have inadvertently provoked a few people with my question. But I guess the answer I come away with is, different strokes and all that.

And as far as the VA situation, it is getting closer to the time to put up or shut-up when it comes to defending the 2ad amendment. I don't know if putting stickers on ones car, is a helping or a hindrance.

Posted: 1/15/2020 3:35:04 AM EDT

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Cause we can.

Posted: 1/15/2020 3:35:47 AM EDT

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Who is that gray man

Posted: 1/15/2020 3:42:52 AM EDT

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It's still America, for now.

Posted: 1/15/2020 4:27:22 AM EDT

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I put them on because I don't give a fuck about the opinions of people scared to let anyone know they own guns.

Howboutdat

Posted: 1/15/2020 4:43:08 AM EDT

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I put them on because I don't give a fuck about the opinions of people scared to let anyone know they own guns.

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Ok guy, but you sound a little triggered by a simple question. Do you own a bro truck, just curious?

Posted: 1/15/2020 4:46:20 AM EDT

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Because they think it makes them look cool when they park at the high school on their way to school.

Posted: 1/15/2020 4:52:29 AM EDT

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In most rural areas of upstate NY you have nearly a zero chance of anyone breaking into a locked vehicle. I see Glock and magpul type stickers on cars. It's funny to see AR stickers since they're illegal

Posted: 1/15/2020 4:53:03 AM EDT

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I've seen guns in the back window and people open carrying. No one around here is gonna care about a gun sticker.

I've got a BFL on my truck. No one cares.

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I haven't seen a window gun rack in ages