Self Preservation - 2

its a nice picture, good composition and lighting. I disagree about the whole black and white thing. black and white film can reveal more subtle details when used properly; however your probably right when its a situation where the subject is black and the background is white I have to say this picture does not make me think 'self preservation' but rather I'm about to get shot in the chest. Don't you think that perhaps carrying a concealed firearm makes you more likeley to encounter life ending circumstances?

PSare you shooting digital or film? digital tends to make a poor transition to black and white.)