Gun Control & RKBA

That's been my experience.
I've held concealed carry licenses/permits from three states since 2004 and have been open carrying for the last five years at least, both in Ohio and in Virginia.

What I've discovered, as I stated above, is that people DO NOT see what they don't expect to see.
I've actually stood and talked to people about hand guns and personal protection with my 1911 in full view on my right hip and they didn't know it was there until I mentioned that I carry everywhere I legally can.

As a matter of fact, just this last week I spent a lovely evening dining at my local Red Lobster (Everlasting Shrimp, YUM!) OCing as usual and no one even blinked.

It's just like you don't see motorcycles on the roads and highways until you start riding yourself then suddenly you see them everywhere.

Oh, and I don't ever expect, or plan, to get into a fast draw contest with anyone, as a matter of fact I hope I never have to draw my gun except at the range or to clean and oil it. Shooting someone is WAY down the list of things I have on my life list, however it IS on the list if it means saving my or someone else's life.