mike777 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 No, its not another 'lifestyles' joke.. I was wondering if anyone carries any sort of protection while servicing your routes. I know its probably not worth it to most thieves to rob someone over a few dollars in quarters, but you never know with this economy. I already know I'm going to avoid placing machines in certain areas I would have a rough time servicing, let alone the risk of vandalism to my machines. I'm just wondering if I should carry something like mace or a taser. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whaletail116 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Minnesota - I'd probably carry an eight-inch blade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsimms Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 No, its not another 'lifestyles' joke.. I was wondering if anyone carries any sort of protection while servicing your routes. I know its probably not worth it to most thieves to rob someone over a few dollars in quarters, but you never know with this economy. I already know I'm going to avoid placing machines in certain areas I would have a rough time servicing, let alone the risk of vandalism to my machines. I'm just wondering if I should carry something like mace or a taser. 1: do not have any signs on your car to suggest you carry money. 2: empty change into a bag and place into a small non-see through bin. (mark the store location on your money bag so you can count it later...) 3: I would not count it on site, unless it was nessc to pay store commission Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsimms Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Minnesota - I'd probably carry an eight-inch blade. profiler!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavity Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Bring along something that goes BANG! when you pull the trigger. No joke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T BIRD Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 In New York, what we do is...........oh never mind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPVendCo. Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Ive signed up for a conceal/carry permit. lifetime in indiana is 125$. in minnesota....where at in 'sota? are ya in the big city? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bacho Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I don't carry anything. To me, my life is more valuable than some quarters. Not woth getting shot over a few bucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPVendCo. Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I don't carry anything. To me, my life is more valuable than some quarters. Not woth getting shot over a few bucks. Dude...people are stupid these days....they will shoot you first and then scoop up the quarters, dont fool yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bacho Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Dude...people are stupid these days....they will shoot you first and then scoop up the quarters, dont fool yourself. So, I guess carrying a gun, mase or stun gun is useless also. They'll shoot you anyway. If someone sticks a gun in your ribs, how will you protect yourself? By the time you draw your gun, he'll have you filled with holes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quarter Master Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Well, what ever anybody decides to do,whether it be a gun,mace,taser,billy club,etc., I suggest you check with your state and local laws concerning such items.I've heard far too many times about someone going to jail for protecting themselves.I'm like some of you and will gladly turn over the quarters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caserri Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Here is a great, and long thread about this very subject. Enjoy... Entitled "Do you pack heat?" http://vendiscuss.com/forum/index.php?topic=2260.0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joebob051977 Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I was just about to post the same thread. I've got my guns. My right arm, and my left arm. LOL. I just try to be inconspicuous. I go in, do my job, and leave. I'll chat a little bit at some of the places. People sometimes ask about how much the machines make. I always tell them, "not much, only about $7 per month." I figure most people will accept that and will realize it isn't worth the risk for only $7. Other than that, let me ask, how many here have been robbed of their vending money while on their route? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr88products Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 The only protection you should carry is contraception. You should be lovers not fighters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike777 Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 Here is a great, and long thread about this very subject. Enjoy... Entitled "Do you pack heat?" http://vendiscuss.com/forum/index.php?topic=2260.0 Thanks Steve. I just want to say, I'm not against guns--I just have never owned or even fired one. I'm just not sure its worth the time/money going through the class, paying for a license, and buying a gun. I'm in a pretty safe area but I'm thinking of carrying mace just in case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsimms Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Thanks Steve. I just want to say, I'm not against guns--I just have never owned or even fired one. I'm just not sure its worth the time/money going through the class, paying for a license, and buying a gun. I'm in a pretty safe area but I'm thinking of carrying mace just in case. I have fired shotguns...when I was 20, won me a turkey at a contest... that turkey had no choice but to surrender... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike777 Posted August 19, 2009 Author Share Posted August 19, 2009 Ive signed up for a conceal/carry permit. lifetime in indiana is 125$. in minnesota....where at in 'sota? are ya in the big city? I'm in a southeastern inner suburb of 'the big city.' Its a pretty safe, working-class neighborhood and I aim to have my machines placed in the same type of areas. I won't accept any locations in a bad area--not worth the risk to me or my machines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsimms Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 I'm in a southeastern inner suburb of 'the big city.' Its a pretty safe, working-class neighborhood and I aim to have my machines placed in the same type of areas. I won't accept any locations in a bad area--not worth the risk to me or my machines. You would not want your machines to get shot, now would you... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havending Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 In alabama its very easy to get a permit. 9mm works for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cavity Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antoniocinisi Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 In alabama its very easy to get a permit. 9mm works for me. what kinda 9 you got? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPVendCo. Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 i look at packin' as a deterrent more then anything. all I know is that bringing a knife or stick to a gun fight isn't gonna do a thing for ya! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike777 Posted August 20, 2009 Author Share Posted August 20, 2009 i look at packin' as a deterrent more then anything. all I know is that bringing a knife or stick to a gun fight isn't gonna do a thing for ya! The problem is, since the conceal and carry law went into effect in MN, many businesses post 'No guns' signs on their doors. I think, even if they didn't have those signs posted, store owners would not like a loaded gun brought into their store.. Maybe I'm wrong on that? If the gun is concealed, doesn't that defeat the point of being a deterrent? dsimms- I saw a CL ad a few weeks ago for an Altoids gum machine that "has a couple bullet holes." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whaletail116 Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 Has anyone seen any cheap Rocket Propelled Grenades on eBay or Craigslist lately? This thread is making Iowa look even better than it already is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antoniocinisi Posted August 20, 2009 Share Posted August 20, 2009 you guys are lucky one state over we cant carry concealled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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