Originally Posted by speeder (Post 6338814)

There is always a 1-in-a million chance of getting murdered in this world, if your solution to this is to always be armed and scared, that's up to you.

Originally Posted by speeder (Post 6338814)

Someone who has other plans than buying your item will seriously balk at phone communication or meeting you in a public place.

Originally Posted by speeder (Post 6338814)

Criminal shyt bags absolutely cannot disguise themselves as human beings on the phone, it's impossible.

Originally Posted by speeder (Post 6338814)

There is always a 1-in-a million chance of getting murdered in this world, if your solution to this is to always be prepared, that's up to you.

Originally Posted by 74-911 (Post 6338311)

Absolutely

Long story here but in summary: middle of the day at a major intersection, both drivers armed, throw in a little road rage when one of the drivers bumps the other and a bunch of lives ruined forever.

North gets 70 years in prison for murder of Austin David » Abilene Reporter-News

And no, I'm not anti-gun and have more than my share but for the above reason I choose to not carry one around with me. There are just to many armed hot-heads running around..

Originally Posted by berniep (Post 6339031)

i would not shoot someone over wheels or $900 but to prevent getting shot, stabbed, or beaten, yes i would shoot.

Berniep

Originally Posted by jyl (Post 6338441)

Yes, I would be armed. I would also arrive before the appointed time and reconnoiter the area. Identify cover and egress routes. From concealment, I would watch the other party arrive. Make sure he comes alone, look for any accomplices. Make him wait as you observe. Look for any sign that he is armed, as well as indications of agitation. If he appears to have come alone and unarmed, proceed with the meeting. I'd be armed with a primary weapon, and a backup. Not sure what you mean by small caliber, at least the primary should be a sufficient defensive round, no less than 9mm Parabellum. Ideally the backup is the same caliber and uses the same magazines. For example, my primary is a Glock 19; a good backup would be a Glock 26. Wear clothing that allows rapid access to your weapons. During the interaction, be careful about body positioning. Don't turn your back on him or let him approach you with the sun at his back. As you are looking over the wheels, walk around so that you are behind him, if he maneuvers to prevent this, that's a clue that he's a threat. Maintain a protective radius, which means keep a minimum distance away from him - I use ten feet. Don't shake hands or pass keys, papers, etc hand to hand. Telling people you have a cold is a good way to keep your distance. Good luck. Next time, use eBay and avoid in-person transactions.

Originally Posted by sc_rufctr (Post 6320049)

The guy sounds like a real nasty piece of work. And a paedophile to boot!

But what always surprises me is how other people don't sense the dishonesty in these people when they talk to them.

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A few years ago I went to a "sellers" house to look at an old Alfa Romeo. As soon as I met him I thought something was wrong. I didn't know why at the time but I just had to get out of there.
I made an excuse and left without even looking at the car.

Amazingly I saw him later that day on the evening news being arrested by the police...
As It turned out he had murdered his wife and stuffed her body in the roof space of the house they were living in. :eek:

Originally Posted by Captain Ahab Jr (Post 6339908)

Sad, very sad you guys feel the need to be armed to go about your daily business

Originally Posted by Eric Coffey (Post 6340520)

Says the guy hiding behind a screen name, too afraid to reveal his real name or location. :D

Originally Posted by azasadny (Post 6340632)

My neighbor's friend was shot at a local gas station a few years ago and he didn't expect trouble, he was just filling his tank and some guys robbed and shot him. I believe in being prepared, that's why I carry a flashlight, tools, and a first aid kit in my car. Call me crazy or paranoid, but I do not care, that's what I do...