Around lunch time, I decided at the last second to get my car washed. Apparently, everyone else had that idea too & the "hop out & let them do their thing" kinda car wash was pretty packed. As I'm sitting there for 5mins in line & someone already behind me, I read the sign "take all valuables". So, I start thinking about what's in the car.
Work laptop
shoes
jacket
NIB radar detector (Bel Qi45 w/Shifter pack)
S&W 4513TSW (almost under front seat, in a pistol case)
While I'll reiterate, I do not yet have my CHL, I will soon enough. About 90% of time have the pistol in the car (unless I'm forgetful). I decided I did not want to leave it in the trunk if they decide to peak in there (no point in cleaning it, its a real mess back there). At the last minute, I decide that I'll just carry it in the case inside.
The very second I step out of my car to let them start vacuuming, I look back and 1 car back & over in the other lane is a DPS trooper. I go inside and about 5mins later, he's inside. I just keep to myself, but thinking how do I explain it all. It's not necessarily a family heirloom, but it is a 1st Gen 4513TSW that's highly sought after that was bequeathed to me from my Father. It's important. I would just explain that I intended to hit the range after work, but did not trust to leave it in my car at the wash.
He never gave me a second look, much less a first look.
While I was standing outside, I noticed a guy look at me, look at my case, and sort of chuckle to himself probably knowing what it is I'm carrying. I'm dressed sorta business professional, slacks, long sleeve button up. If I was wearing my khaki shorts and white tshirt, it might've gone completely different.
