I prefer concealed carry.  Frankly, I move away from people that walk into a public place strapped.  Unless you are law enforcement the "in your face" stuff is why we have problems with guns in this country.  This not the wild west - sorry.  BTW, I own 10 guns, which is probably 7 more than I need.  Most inherited, so I will not sell them.  I do not pretend I need them for protection.  All but one is in a locked safe that is not ready accessible.