Yea. That was my fear also.  Hence why I stick around a 9mm.

Back on topic, do what you need to be happy!  I used to get antsy wearing purple or pink shirts to work... Now I'll rock pink shirts and polish to match.  Here in Western PA, its farm country and yet very few people have said anything about me to my face, or behind my back.  Maybe it is the way I am about it, but yea.  Many people have surprised me.

Quote from: immortal gypsy on October 08, 2014, 08:53:07 PM
Bree that's why some of us go shopping to watch the staff interact with the customers. Come to my location and just watch me behind the counter.

Alice you mentioned a group of women came in saw your holster, pointed to it bought your merchandise and maybe be a repeat customer.  Why stop there, why not become a walking advertisement for customized holsters. All in the feminine style in your case of course

I'll definetly have to see that one day, I bet it's a hoot 

I wouldn't change a thing. In fact, I might have to talk to you about a pretty pink holster for my 1911!

Ally

God damn Americans are crazy. New Zealand (were I'm from) has one of the highest, if not the highest, gun ownership rates in the world... but nobody walks around town with them.. they go hunting in the bush with them in the weekend and then put them away. To own a gun involves psychological checks, a policeman coming to your house to talk with you and check that you lockable storage cabinet is up to current specs... ( I know because I have a lot of guy friends who are into hunting). The idea of everyone 'packing' seems ludicrous to people here, even the cops don't carry... I hitch hiked over 10 000 miles around the USA about 10 years ago, and I had to deal with homeless crazies, 'gangstas' and several times when I was almost raped and once when I was.. (I was drugged, so a firearm would have been absolutely useless) So I know how bad things can be there..
So just some perspective from the other side of the pacific... pink holsters are definitely a non issue here lol.

Quote from: lemon_ice on October 09, 2014, 02:38:54 PM
God damn Americans are crazy. New Zealand (were I'm from) has one of the highest, if not the highest, gun ownership rates in the world... but nobody walks around town with them.. they go hunting in the bush with them in the weekend and then put them away. To own a gun involves psychological checks, a policeman coming to your house to talk with you and check that you lockable storage cabinet is up to current specs... ( I know because I have a lot of guy friends who are into hunting). The idea of everyone 'packing' seems ludicrous to people here, even the cops don't carry... I hitch hiked over 10 000 miles around the USA about 10 years ago, and I had to deal with homeless crazies, 'gangstas' and several times when I was almost raped and once when I was.. (I was drugged, so a firearm would have been absolutely useless) So I know how bad things can be there..
So just some perspective from the other side of the pacific... pink holsters are definitely a non issue here lol.

I normally open carry in my store because if someone tries to rob me i can make it hard on them. In the USA alot of people here can get guns without anyone knowing. I would prefer to conceal but am not 21. Therefor pink holster rules. Now i have no worries of being harassed to bad because i look basically like a gorilla with a gun. But once i start getting far into transition I'll just hang out with more friends when out the house.

Quote from: lemon_ice on October 09, 2014, 02:38:54 PM
God damn Americans are crazy. New Zealand (were I'm from) has one of the highest, if not the highest, gun ownership rates in the world... but nobody walks around town with them.. they go hunting in the bush with them in the weekend and then put them away. To own a gun involves psychological checks, a policeman coming to your house to talk with you and check that you lockable storage cabinet is up to current specs... ( I know because I have a lot of guy friends who are into hunting). The idea of everyone 'packing' seems ludicrous to people here, even the cops don't carry... I hitch hiked over 10 000 miles around the USA about 10 years ago, and I had to deal with homeless crazies, 'gangstas' and several times when I was almost raped and once when I was.. (I was drugged, so a firearm would have been absolutely useless) So I know how bad things can be there..
So just some perspective from the other side of the pacific... pink holsters are definitely a non issue here lol.

Yes, it seems strange but the only people I have ever feared are those who illegally acquire firearms.  I have a rather large collection, but most are locked away as collectors.  The reason I carry is simple, to many people in the community either injured or killed by others here.  I failed to become a statistic of suicide, so I will not be made a statistic by another hand...

And I hope that day never happens. 

Just an aside. Until about the 2nd world war pink was the male colour and blue female.

Quote from: Cindy on October 09, 2014, 09:30:05 PM
Just an aside. Until about the 2nd world war pink was the male colour and blue female.

Thats amazing. Werent high heels and makeup originally mens things as well, showing wealth?

Okay so I'm just starting my FTM journey, but I've been living as gender queer for some time. In fact, I have always worn boyish clothes and have had a short haircut since I was in my early twenties and away from my parents. I get called a dyke on a fairly regular basis, or asked if I'm a lesbian, or butch, etc, etc. Depending on the tone of the person, it either gets under my skin or it doesn't. Customers on two occasions have refused to take drinks made by me and demanded another employee make them...
My advice would be NOT to back down as far as showing your "true colors". Wear pink. Simply deflect their aggression when it comes up. They demand another employee? Go get someone else and take a smoke or coffee break to cool down and separate yourself from the situation so you can't witness their further ignorance. They want to know if you're gay? Make up a story you feel comfortable in telling and memorize it. (Think Reservoir Dogs) Stick to that story if you don't want to tell them the truth. Don't let anybody rob you of your coming out. Don't let anybody rob you of being yourself. Lastly, DON'T let them make you do anything you'll regret later. I came really close to a fist fight a few years back and I'm really glad I took a moment to calm myself down and walk away. Otherwise I could have gotten hurt, or had assault charges pressed against me. Neither is worth it. Come here and vent instead.
Good luck!
P.S. I need a holster made for my FNS 9. I didn't know you could get them made in colors, do they make them in camo?
-Bear

Quote from: LittleBoyBear on October 10, 2014, 01:35:18 PM
Okay so I'm just starting my FTM journey, but I've been living as gender queer for some time. In fact, I have always worn boyish clothes and have had a short haircut since I was in my early twenties and away from my parents. I get called a dyke on a fairly regular basis, or asked if I'm a lesbian, or butch, etc, etc. Depending on the tone of the person, it either gets under my skin or it doesn't. Customers on two occasions have refused to take drinks made by me and demanded another employee make them...
My advice would be NOT to back down as far as showing your "true colors". Wear pink. Simply deflect their aggression when it comes up. They demand another employee? Go get someone else and take a smoke or coffee break to cool down and separate yourself from the situation so you can't witness their further ignorance. They want to know if you're gay? Make up a story you feel comfortable in telling and memorize it. (Think Reservoir Dogs) Stick to that story if you don't want to tell them the truth. Don't let anybody rob you of your coming out. Don't let anybody rob you of being yourself. Lastly, DON'T let them make you do anything you'll regret later. I came really close to a fist fight a few years back and I'm really glad I took a moment to calm myself down and walk away. Otherwise I could have gotten hurt, or had assault charges pressed against me. Neither is worth it. Come here and vent instead.
Good luck!
P.S. I need a holster made for my FNS 9. I didn't know you could get them made in colors, do they make them in camo?
-Bear

Thanks for the awsome advice. You can make kydex in pretty much any color or design. If you ever want to know if they have the color google "color" kydex sheet. But yes they have loads of camos.

About the moment to cool down. My version is kind of different. I wait until closing time or before opening and go to our range in back of store and blow a box for fun. By the end of the box its like nothing happened.

Quote from: Cindy on October 09, 2014, 09:30:05 PM
Just an aside. Until about the 2nd world war pink was the male colour and blue female.

When Did Girls Start Wearing Pink?
http://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/when-did-girls-start-wearing-pink-1370097/?all

Personally I would hide at work and take the money from the store rather than take the risk of losing business, but that's probably me being overly cautious. There's something to be said for having money...

It might also work the other way, especially since you're posting all this here. There cant be too many transgender gun shop owners around, and its an interesting story. You might be able get in the news and increase the business though all the exposure. I have to say though, the whole thing would make me very nervous.

Quote from: LittleBoyBear on October 10, 2014, 01:35:18 PM
Okay so I'm just starting my FTM journey, but I've been living as gender queer for some time. In fact, I have always worn boyish clothes and have had a short haircut since I was in my early twenties and away from my parents. I get called a dyke on a fairly regular basis, or asked if I'm a lesbian, or butch, etc, etc. Depending on the tone of the person, it either gets under my skin or it doesn't. Customers on two occasions have refused to take drinks made by me and demanded another employee make them...
My advice would be NOT to back down as far as showing your "true colors". Wear pink. Simply deflect their aggression when it comes up. They demand another employee? Go get someone else and take a smoke or coffee break to cool down and separate yourself from the situation so you can't witness their further ignorance. They want to know if you're gay? Make up a story you feel comfortable in telling and memorize it. (Think Reservoir Dogs) Stick to that story if you don't want to tell them the truth. Don't let anybody rob you of your coming out. Don't let anybody rob you of being yourself. Lastly, DON'T let them make you do anything you'll regret later. I came really close to a fist fight a few years back and I'm really glad I took a moment to calm myself down and walk away. Otherwise I could have gotten hurt, or had assault charges pressed against me. Neither is worth it. Come here and vent instead.
Good luck!
P.S. I need a holster made for my FNS 9. I didn't know you could get them made in colors, do they make them in camo?
-Bear

I like your style!

Quote from: Alice Bracken on October 10, 2014, 01:57:48 PM
Thanks for the awsome advice. You can make kydex in pretty much any color or design. If you ever want to know if they have the color google "color" kydex sheet. But yes they have loads of camos.

About the moment to cool down. My version is kind of different. I wait until closing time or before opening and go to our range in back of store and blow a box for fun. By the end of the box its like nothing happened.

Shooting off a few magazines in my AK works for me. 
I would be interested in a price for a purple holster for my PA-63...

I have a mean streak so I would probably tell them that it belonged to my mother who died of breast cancer and then ask them if they have a problem with it. (no offense to anyone who has lost a loved one).