Originally Posted by eightbore
"A look at their safeties anytime I'm given a chance". Give me a break. How about looking at their muzzles?

That's a given
Originally Posted by Shotgunlover
Open guns stressing the hinge (cross) pin.... target shooters are obliged by the range rules (In Europe at least) to carry their guns open, closing only when ready to call for the clay. Their target guns do not show signs of premature wear.

Most in Europe carry their guns in slips or cases slung over their backs.