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I'm from the Reno area.
I was going to wait a few days to introduce myself here on the forum, but I've lurked here for quite a while. Since I was 14 or so, I've basically been a firearms enthusiast, and have shot them since then.Ihave strictly followed all firearmhandling rules and always taken them seriously.In a few days however, I will be 18, which I believe means that here in Nevada I can open carry.
Federal law does not permit someone under 21 from purchasing a handgun of course, but I would assume its legal for me to be given a handgun that has been my parents for years. (since I have not seen laws describing otherwise, and seem to recall many stories here about people under 21) Of course, there are always rifles too!
I'm still in High School. For some reason it never quite occurred tome until recently that I could legally carry a gunbefore the time occurred that I would graduate. (of course, I know that you can't have a firearm anywhere near a school or in any government structure for that matter) Speaking of school, I've gained considerable experience arguing over gun control with anti-gun teachers.
I have seen a few people carrying in Reno. I saw a woman carrying a Beretta 92 once in the Taco Bell off of Moana exit. I also sawa someone with a Glock once at the gas station near the Sherrifs dept.Also one time I saw someone with a Sigin GenghisKahn's. (Mongolian food place).I suppose its possible they could have been off duty LEO, but I saw no indication of it.
If an open carry gathering occurs somewhere, I would be interested. Of course, if young "whippersnappers" like me are unwanted, I understand. I do know of a few other older people who might also be considered gun enthusiasts, but I'm not sure how willing they would be to try something like this. Who knows though, I don't even know if they realize OC is legal.