I currently do not have a CCW license, but I do carry, as there is no permit required in the state of Alaska. I do understand the responsibilties required when carrying a loaded firearm on me, and it's mostly common sense. Anyway, I did actually have to draw on a drunk guy that nearly broke into my car in a Wal-Mart parking lot. I came out of the store after doing a bit of shopping, and found a guy standing next to my car, just about ready to swing at my car window with his bare fist. I literally hauled butt up to him, and confronted him about what he was doing with my car. He looked at me, and right then I could tell he was pretty wasted. He then, snarled, and pulled out a knife that had about a six inch blade on it, and started walking towards me with it. I then backed up, and yelled at him to back off, and frantically looked for any witnesses that may have been in the area, but I saw nobody, as my car was parked clear across the other side of the parking lot. I then felt around in my coat for something I could use to defend myself with. I felt my 357 snubnose revolver I had taken to the range the previous day. I then pulled it out, and took aim at his head. Once his eyes met the barrel of my gun, he turned right back around and stumbled as fast as he could out of there. I breathed a sigh of relief, and quickly got in my car and hauled out of there as fast as I could to avoid further trouble. Now, I probably should have called the authorities about my encounter, but I was too terrified, and I just wanted to go home. I hope I NEVER have to do that again, but I am glad I had my 357 on me, otherwise I could either be dead or seriously scarred for life.
Oh and by the way, I had used ALL ammo at the range the previous day, so I pulled an empty gun on the guy. I consider myself lucky to this day, that the guy didn't keep advancing towards me.
