My trip to Wal Mart

[Fitch]

Hello everyone,
I am new and I haven't had a chance to read all of the post's yet, so this may have been addressed, but here is my story.

I was recently involved in an accident and suffered a back injury. I was prescribed pain medication and decided to get it filled at Wal Mart because the prices are very affordable. I had been oc'ing all day, as I normally do. I dropped my prescription off at the pharmacy and was told that it would take about a half hour, so I decided to do a little shopping while I was waiting. I made it back to the sporting goods department and was browsing. I was approached by an associate and asked "Are you law enforcement?" I said no, she then stated that "If you aren't law enforcement, then we need you to cover that up." I covered my weapon and said "Okay. Why?" She stated that "A child might grab it." I am very confused by this logic. I guess they believe that the fact that a person is a member of law enforcement somehow makes their holsters more secure than a normal citizen's. I didn't bother to inform her that I have been involved in martial arts for over 20 years and that it was highy unlikely that any adult, much less a child would be able to remove my weapon from my holster without my consent. I would like to say I wont shop at Wal Mart any longer, but their prices are too good to pass up.

 

[sepe]

I've ran into exactly 3 semi intelligent WalMart employees out of all the different stores I've been in (they all work at the same one, in the same department). I'd say for the most part, the employees at Walmart aren't paid to know anything other than how to find the toilet paper, how not to totally screw up a transaction, and MAYBE put together a complete sentence. I don't try to correct the stupid at Walmart as I don't want to have to live in the store to complete the task.

 

[ATM]

Some employees will just make up a rule as they see fit.

When questioned, they may even make up a reason as they see fit.

It doesn't make any difference to them (if they even realize) that Wal-Mart corporate policy is to simply recognize the laws of whatever state the store is located.

You could always follow up with that store's manager and then move up the chain of command if you'd like some local resolution.

For the record, I've never had any issues openly carrying in any of several Wal-Marts.

 

[Bapak2ja]

I've ran into exactly 3 semi intelligent WalMart employees out of all the different stores I've been in (they all work at the same one, in the same department). I'd say for the most part, the employees at Walmart aren't paid to know anything other than how to find the toilet paper, how not to totally screw up a transaction, and MAYBE put together a complete sentence. I don't try to correct the stupid at Walmart as I don't want to have to live in the store to complete the task.

As has been said previously, you can't fix stupid. Don't waste your time.

 

[fergie22]

wal mert hires from the shallow end of the gene pool

semper fi

 

[grizman]

Hello everyone,
I am new and I haven't had a chance to read all of the post's yet, so this may have been addressed, but here is my story.

I was recently involved in an accident and suffered a back injury. I was prescribed pain medication and decided to get it filled at Wal Mart because the prices are very affordable. I had been oc'ing all day, as I normally do. I dropped my prescription off at the pharmacy and was told that it would take about a half hour, so I decided to do a little shopping while I was waiting. I made it back to the sporting goods department and was browsing. I was approached by an associate and asked "Are you law enforcement?" I said no, she then stated that "If you aren't law enforcement, then we need you to cover that up." I covered my weapon and said "Okay. Why?" She stated that "A child might grab it." I am very confused by this logic. I guess they believe that the fact that a person is a member of law enforcement somehow makes their holsters more secure than a normal citizen's. I didn't bother to inform her that I have been involved in martial arts for over 20 years and that it was highy unlikely that any adult, much less a child would be able to remove my weapon from my holster without my consent. I would like to say I wont shop at Wal Mart any longer, but their prices are too good to pass up.

Actually LEO's do normally use retention holsters, specifically designed to make it very difficult for the weapon to be removed by others, while in uniform. Not saying the request was legal but he could have asked you leave the store which is legal.

 

[gunman41mag]

Hello everyone,
I am new and I haven't had a chance to read all of the post's yet, so this may have been addressed, but here is my story.

I was recently involved in an accident and suffered a back injury. I was prescribed pain medication and decided to get it filled at Wal Mart because the prices are very affordable. I had been oc'ing all day, as I normally do. I dropped my prescription off at the pharmacy and was told that it would take about a half hour, so I decided to do a little shopping while I was waiting. I made it back to the sporting goods department and was browsing. I was approached by an associate and asked "Are you law enforcement?" I said no, she then stated that "If you aren't law enforcement, then we need you to cover that up." I covered my weapon and said "Okay. Why?" She stated that "A child might grab it." I am very confused by this logic. I guess they believe that the fact that a person is a member of law enforcement somehow makes their holsters more secure than a normal citizen's. I didn't bother to inform her that I have been involved in martial arts for over 20 years and that it was highy unlikely that any adult, much less a child would be able to remove my weapon from my holster without my consent. I would like to say I wont shop at Wal Mart any longer, but their prices are too good to pass up.

I stopped buy at WALMART, cause most of their junk comes from CHINA, WALMART is chocking out most of the mom-n-pop stores, buy demanding that the products they buy be given to WALMART discounted over any other stores, & their employees aren't very nice or helpful

 

[ATM]

...cause most of their junk comes from CHINA...

But you've got to admit, the Chinese are very wise.

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[Donnelly]

And this is why my next holster purchase is going to be a Blackhawk Serpa Lvl 2.

 

[gunman41mag]

But you've got to admit, the Chinese are very wise.

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Why do they work for 10 cents an/hour

 

[indytechnerd]

Why do they work for 10 cents an/hour

Because they can live on 8 cents per hour. But that's a story for another time.

 

[Sylvain]

Its always funny to see the double standard bewteen citizens and LEOs when it comes to firearms.
I wonder if she would tell a police officer that a child could grab his/her gun and that he/she should be more careful about it.
You should have challenged her to try to take your gun away from you.
Maybe with a broken arm after she tried she will understand that with the proper training someone can protect his gun.LEO or not.

 

[gunman41mag]

Its always funny to see the double standard bewteen citizens and LEOs when it comes to firearms.
I wonder if she would tell a police officer that a child could grab his/her gun and that he/she should be more careful about it.
You should have challenged her to try to take your gun away from you.
Maybe with a broken arm after she tried she will understand that with the proper training someone can protect his gun.LEO or not.

She would be dumb enough to try to remove his weapon, & get her arm broken, stay at home & collect WORKMEN COMP

 

[Love the 1911]

Sounds like a positive experience to me. You go there for the affordable prices, not WalMart's stance on the second amendment. It appears that they followed through with the affordable prices which is why you believe you will return.

I will spend money in stores that meet my expectations for what that particular store provides. I will spend money in restaurants for the quality of food and service that restaurant provides. I will fill up at gas stations for the quality of gas and price that the gas station provides. I will bank with whatever bank provides the best service in person, on the web, and by location of ATMs.

I hear that Sacs Fifth Avenue is VERY pro-second amendment. Maybe you should all go shop there as that seems to be the most important thing in life (at least when looking for a reason to complain about a company).

 

[gohard43]

Do you think that you'll stop OCing in there from now on? Just curious. I wouldn't let it stop you!

 

[gunman41mag]

Hello everyone,
I am new and I haven't had a chance to read all of the post's yet, so this may have been addressed, but here is my story.

I was recently involved in an accident and suffered a back injury. I was prescribed pain medication and decided to get it filled at Wal Mart because the prices are very affordable. I had been oc'ing all day, as I normally do. I dropped my prescription off at the pharmacy and was told that it would take about a half hour, so I decided to do a little shopping while I was waiting. I made it back to the sporting goods department and was browsing. I was approached by an associate and asked "Are you law enforcement?" I said no, she then stated that "If you aren't law enforcement, then we need you to cover that up." I covered my weapon and said "Okay. Why?" She stated that "A child might grab it." I am very confused by this logic. I guess they believe that the fact that a person is a member of law enforcement somehow makes their holsters more secure than a normal citizen's. I didn't bother to inform her that I have been involved in martial arts for over 20 years and that it was highy unlikely that any adult, much less a child would be able to remove my weapon from my holster without my consent. I would like to say I wont shop at Wal Mart any longer, but their prices are too good to pass up.

I don't think it's worth going to WALMART to save a couple of pennies, the lines are long, & they won't let you open-carry

 

[femurphy77]

I'm just curious, if a mere "associate" makes an issue of your weapon and you ignore their request to leave, does it carry the same weight as a manager?

Say "Bob" the guy that empties the trashcans makes an issue of it and takes it upon himself to display his ignorance of corporate policy by calling the law are you trespassing.

Let's leave management out of this, this is about "Bob". I understand that the manager on duty will probably side with Bob if (s)he becomes involved to protect Bobs paranoia. Focus on Bob.

 

[Love the 1911]

I'm just curious, if a mere "associate" makes an issue of your weapon and you ignore their request to leave, does it carry the same weight as a manager?

Say "Bob" the guy that empties the trashcans makes an issue of it and takes it upon himself to display his ignorance of corporate policy by calling the law are you trespassing.

Let's leave management out of this, this is about "Bob". I understand that the manager on duty will probably side with Bob if (s)he becomes involved to protect Bobs paranoia. Focus on Bob.

I believe an employee of a company is a representative of the company and can make these requests. The manager has the ability to over-rule the employee but that employee has a vested interest in the company and will likely be recognized as having that authority if LE should be called in a situation like this.

 

[Glock32j]

Sometimes wal-marx has some good beer specials, the only reason i go there......

 

[mrjarrell]

I don't think it's worth going to WALMART to save a couple of pennies, the lines are long, & they won't let you open-carry

That's odd, I've seen folks OC at mine. Including one woman. No-one's ever been hassled that I've heard from.