Poll: Your Thoughts on Guns

[similar.squirrel]

I generally mistrust them. Even dislike them. But seeing as I just had a dream about sniping, I think there's a part of me that likes the idea of using one.

 

[jobobob]

I like to think of them as an art form, I really do like some of the guns for the looks, like the AUG, or F2000 that just look awesome.

 

[UkibyTheMaid]

I'm a pacifist. That propably tells a lot about my view of guns and weaponry, but I'll describe it in more detail to you guys:

As some of the people said here, yes, it does bring protection and whatnot. After all, not only the 'bad guys' use them, but the police too. Or else they couldn't do a thing to protect us (most of times).

And I totally approve of gun collections, because my collector's heart could never accept the 'ban' of gun collecting XD

But I'm on the opinion that I gun should be used as a last resort in a totally desperate situation, like when trying to repel a rapist or murder, or when you are trying to get free from a wild animal you can't possibly fight with her 'hands'... List goes on.

Oh, and on the animal hunting subject, if we got to it or not, gah! Guys, that's just wrong, OK? Killing for food is one thing, but killing for pleasure is just... Yeah.

And, yes, I love the animals and I eat all kinds of meat. Sue me >_>

 

[zehydra]

Ever notice how we don't really have any major wars with nations vs nations with nuclear weapons? My theory's that as long as everybody doesn't have nuclear weapons, and only the real threat has them, then you won't have to worry about anything.

 

[Custard_Angel]

To me guns mean the following:

HELL YEAH! *DAKA DAKA DAKA DAKA* TAKE THAT FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS! YEEEEEEAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHH! *DAKA DAKA DAKA DAKA*

 

[BonsaiK]

What do you think about firearms?

I live in a place where gun ownership is pretty tightly controlled. I think this is a good thing. Even though I live in a high-crime area, crimes involving guns are exceptionally rare.

I've only shot two types of gun (air gun and .22 rifle) and I thought it was fun. I can see why people like shooting them and can imagine that the fun goes up as the caliber does.

I'd probably never own a gun because even though I do like them, given some of the strange things that happen in my abode I'd be worried about someone else hurting themselves. I don't think I'd need one for my own safety either and it's not legal for someone to own a gun for such a reason here anyway. If I did own a firearm I'd probably give it to a trusted friend to look after and borrow it only when I wanted to use it.

I'd never join any armed forces on principle (obeying orders without question just isn't me) but hunting as an occupation would be okay. I'd have to get glasses first - my eyesight is terrible, it's really hard for me to aim at anything more tha a few feet away.

 

[iLikeHippos]

For me, guns means wealth. They cost 2000$ each if you want some of the good stuff.
Not to mention the ammo can be quite expensive in long terms.

However, I would gladly want to have a Magnum .44 and/or a Colt IAR .... With some rounds to that. Enough rounds to last me 2-4 minutes of fire.
<spoiler=Magnum .44>

<spoiler=Colt IAR (Infantry Automatic Rifle>

Not that I am some idiot who thinks big guns are awesome and all that, but when the apocalypse comes, I'll have a main and secondary weapon.

... And yes, I am completely aware that guns can fabricate violence in your own house and at your loved ones if you are paranoid enough...

 

[TheTim]

Standard critical analysis will show that they're tools for killing.

However some more conservative speakers would say they're protection, if not from crime (humorous), from the regime itself. That may have merit to it...

as a matter of fact yes they are tools for killing, everybody knows that. and yes they are protection.

 

[Flamingpenguin]

I would say only danger and power. Power for whoever's wielding it and danger for anyone in the vicinity. Not safety or protection because I know sure as hell that if I had a gun and I saw someone else with one too, I'd sure think about shooting. Really I'd be happier if they'd have never been invented, but that's a fantasy and I'm pretty sure they're here to stay.

Really I just try to stay away from them. Best not appear a threat to anyone with them or anyone who might have them. Like not swatting at bees because you don't wanna get stung. You can't steal bees stingers and you can't kill all the bees, so just leave 'em alone says I.

[small]And I fucking hate bees! Devil insects! They scare the hell out of me. ._.[/small]

 

[minimacker]

The problem is that if no one was allowed to have guns, those who get their hands on them will use them.
If everyone had guns, then people could defend themselves, but those who wants it for the wrong reason will have a lot easier to get it.

So it's basically + and -. In every way.

I'd just say : "Let everyone wear a can of mace and spray everyone's faces." Spicy!

 

[Billion Backs]

An awesome product of human ingenuity, and one of the great equalizers when it comes to combat.

If I lived in USA, I'd probably go to a gun range like every week. It's so much fun =p

Sadly, Canadian laws concerning keeping firearms are fucking lame... And I don't know what country I despise more in sense of politics, the US or Canada. Maybe I'll end up moving down south some day, (South as in to the south of Canada, not the South South) but I don't really know. I guess, as long as it's not the bible belt, it's probably awright.

 

[Nouw]

They are simply a tool as there are no dangerous weapons, only dangerous people.

This guy said it correctly. Where'd you get that from? (If not yourself)

 

[BanZeus]

Having a gun doesn't render you bulletproof; if everyone has a gun you're no safer than if nobody has a gun.

All you're doing is providing incentive to someone who wants your wallet/car/iPhone to shoot you before you can defend yourself.

 

[Phoenixlight]

Very dangerous, I like them in games but I'd be cautious if I came across one in real life.

 

[Downfall89]

Firearms are a danger in the wrong hands, and a blessing in the right ones. I'm alright with civilians having them, as long as they are sane, functioning members of society.

Yeah pretty much this. I'm glad that in Australia you can't just go down to a store and buy a gun. (If I'm wrong, correct me)

 

[Captain Pancake]

Penis extensions. That is all. Though If I could, I would have one

 

[interspark]

i hate guns, theres no just reason for owning one much less using it, i mean, dont get me wrong, ive got nothing against target shooting and stuff but i just hate places like america where everyone over the age of 6 has one in their pocket like its perfectly normal

guns are like armies and lawyers, if no-one had them, no-one would need them

 

[RIOgreatescapist]

Responsible for all the major shit happening in the world so far.