I keep hearing that Rule Number One of gunfighting is "Have a gun."

I think that's wrong. "Have a gun" is Rule Number Two.

Rule Number One is "'Don't have a gunfight."

Situational awareness, choosing locations, and having an exit available can go a long way, and increase the likelihood that a .38 Special snubby is quite adequate.

My Rule One has worked for me so far, as I imagine it has for a large majority of those who voted on this poll.

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Oh well, what the hell.