Sorry bro. My zipper dun brokeThat is the last time I tell you about one of my pickup lines!! I trusted you’d keep it close to the hip.
Sorry bro. My zipper dun brokeThat is the last time I tell you about one of my pickup lines!! I trusted you’d keep it close to the hip.
My issue is that every study done is used as a weapon by the lefties to further take away our rights. No mater how much it proves the point from our side.
Your welcome,
I would like to see your paper , hopefully it won’t be wasted on a big old dummy like myself.
And again, cool dog. And that’s a nice cz. I have a few, as I said before. I love my full size p9 with suppressor sights snd a threaded barrel as my favorite suppressor host.
Hopefully your health is good now.
And welcome.
One of the suckiest parts is that I'm pretty immune compromised so going to the range is pretty much out of the question right now.
I'm also immune-suppressed due to sporting a loaner kidney for going on 19 years now, been through the fear, survived it. Live your life and die on your feet....I'll eventually need a transplant though. So that's lame. One of the suckiest parts is that I'm pretty immune compromised so going to the range is pretty much out of the question right now.
Sure - the point of this study is not to use data points or statistics to necessarily draw conclusions. (Eg. If gun sales go up by 3%, violent crime decreases by 2%) An anthropological study is more about describing a group of people (in my case Maryland gun owners) and analyzing aspects of their culture. So (as of now) my study focuses on the fact that gun owners tend to be suspicious of outsiders and fearful of their 2A rights being infringed and what has led to that feeling.
Ultimately I'd like to demonstrate why we tend to be so protective of our right to own firearms. Hopefully to combat the stereotype of the 'paranoid old man' (again, nothing inherently wrong with that)
Demographic data is helpful when describing the community and helpful in drawing conclusions about why a group may think a certain way (eg. Traditionally older people tend more towards conservatism)
This study is my thesis project and will initially be reviewed by a panel of professors. After that, I can decide if I want to submit it to organizations for review and possibly publishing. But I'm not getting ahead of myself.
Maybe you missed the best college papers that is right in front of you , maybe the need to bring awareness to the organ donation transplant process . You have the best prospective on that subject . Just a thought , i wish you the best possible outcome . My family understands the power of health .
Prayers up
It would definitely be an interesting paper - it would be extremely difficult however, given HIPA laws.
Thanks for the good vibes!
Are you seeking overall conclusions or a breakdown by demographic community. I would think that gun culture is much different and accepted in western Maryland than in democrat strongholds like Montgomery, Prince George’s and Baltimore counties. BGOS seems more severe in those areas.
Is your study limited to Maryland?
BTW I participated in the poll.
HIPAA plays no role in gathering data. You just can’t give away identifying information. People can, of course, voluntarily tell you their story. No HIPAA violation there.
You are correct there. But identifying other transplant candidates is difficult because that information is not public. I suppose I could go to support groups/forums but that seems kind of exploitative. I don't know...
Really, honestly, I'd rather not spend all my time researching and talking about something I'm sort of dreading. I kind of wanted to focus my thesis on something I really enjoy.
What is your age, gender and marital status? Do you have children?
49, male, married, 2 kids
How many guns do you own?
Not sure. 100 give or take
What type of guns are they?
A little of everything. Rifles, shotguns, pistols, a submachine gun.
How long have you owned guns?
31 years.
Where do you do most of your shooting?
On private land.
Were you exposed to gun ownership as a child (eg. your family owned guns, etc.)?
Yes.
Why do you own guns?
I love guns from a mechanical/design perspective and enjoy hunting and target shooting.
How often do you use gun or 2A related forums?
Daily
Are you a member of any gun related or 2A organizations?
Yes, multiple.
Has the pandemic changed your outlook on gun ownership? If so, how?
No. I have always believed that all people should have the ability to defend themselves and their families should the need arise.
I don’t believe you are an anti...
Thanks for participating! My study is limited to Maryland gun owners. And the variation in gun culture by location is something I would like to examine and part of why demographic info is helpful. Ultimately my thesis is an examination of who makes up the "gun culture" in Maryland and why we are so protective of our right to own firearms.
Thanks! And the cool dog thanks you too- although she's pretty busy drooling next to my turkey fryer.
I love my CZs (obviously), I have a SP-01 and a shadow 2 (the one in the pictures). They were the first handguns that just felt 'right' in my hand. I used to own a Glock 17 but the grip just always felt too bulky for my wimpy girl hands, ha. Great system though. I also have a ruger SR22 that is great fun to shoot.
Thanks for asking about my health, that's very kind, I am better than I was, I went through two open heart surgeries and had a pacemaker put in so that has stabilized me for the time being. I'll eventually need a transplant though. So that's lame. One of the suckiest parts is that I'm pretty immune compromised so going to the range is pretty much out of the question right now.
We just ate our dinner with an air fried Turkey. Give the dog his cut.
If I wasn’t so lazy, plus it’s a lotta work, I would dig through the safes and closets and tell you what CZ’s I have lol.
Glocks are the k and I collect rugers, even named this big old red bone laying here ruger. And again I don’t know how many I have. Dozens? maybe more.
I wish you well with your heart condition. A friends father had a heart aneurysm and they “fixed” him for a while. Also had a friend who had a heart transplant. And I know several guys with pace makers. I will keep you in my prayers.
If you need a place to shoot after the coodies are gone, pm me.
Good luck with your paper.
Wish you the best!Hi All-
I am a relatively new forum member, but an old gun owner. I am a CZ enthusiast from Montgomery county, very much looking forward to moving to Frederick. I wasn't sure where else to locate this on the forum but....
I recently returned to higher education after a major medical disaster rendered me unable to do my old job (I was a tattoo artist and basically my heart exploded). As part of my degree I am writing a anthropological study of Maryland gun owners who are active online. I am unable to conduct any in- person interviews because I am severely immunocompromised (I am on the transplant list for a heart) and can't really go much of anywhere. I know it is a big ask, if you would be willing to participate (pretty pretty please), just respond to the thread with answers to any or all of the questions below. If you don't feel comfortable or just don't want to reply publicly, feel free to send me a private message. I will not be using any identifying information in the final study- including usernames.
What is your age, gender and marital status? Do you have children?
26, same sex(he's a great cook), 2 through natural birth
How many guns do you own?
1
What type of guns are they?
16"
How long have you owned guns?
Since I turned 27
Where do you do most of your shooting?
That's a very private question..
Were you exposed to gun ownership as a child (eg. your family owned guns, etc.)?
Yes. Strong armed robbery
Why do you own guns?
I like to pose in the mirror with it
How often do you use gun or 2A related forums?
Every day/never
Are you a member of any gun related or 2A organizations?
MDA
Has the pandemic changed your outlook on gun ownership? If so, how?
Not at all
If you made it all the way down here, thank you so much. I really really appreciate any replies or information- it helps me out a whole heck of a lot- especially being immune-compromised, I can't go out and do in- person interviews. So thanks again!!