Concealment and situational awarness
Open carry isn’t stopping Police Officers in Philadelphia from being shot at. Wearing a blue uniform in that City and wearing body armor meant over 6 police officers being killed at more than double that being shot in the last 2yrs. If you are that concerned about being “Made” with a firearm, carry a different gun. Pocket and ankle carry are suitiable for white color environments and I don’t know any BG that wants 5 or 6 shots of 32acp-44 Special in their chest from a well trained law abiding gun owner.
The CCW Vest discussions usually go like this, if you look like you are carrying a gun you’re an easy target. Well, if you look like you don’t have a gun, you’re also an easy target. If you are open carrying the debate is radically changed. Open Carry is legal in most States, but I along with many others would highly recommend against it in urban environments. Every gun owner should be in the mindset that they have 1 up on a BG. Cover your firearm and pay attention to your surroundings, that’s probable the best advice I would give anyone that carrys a gun.
One of the things that many gun collectors experience is what its like to take their collection to the range for a day and then shoot, then having to come home and clean everything. I remember the times I’ve attending State or regional events and took more than a few handguns or rifles. Some people like to take their time cleaing up their firearms and might let them sit for a few weeks before they get to them. Some people practically break their guns down and clean them before they get cold.