I'm with you here, but I think it's key to be able to assess whether the holder of that gun is really a threat. Sure take control but putting them down because they have a gun, is a very swift escalation of events, you've not given any chance at all for them to volunterily put their gun down. Stay focused and any advancement from them sure. Do what you have to, but there are clear rules of engagement, those should apply in civvie street too.

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I guess you misinterpreted my meaning, I was not advocating for drawing from the drop (though there are situations where that might be the only choice). 

 Yes, if there is already a gun drawn on you, feign compliance and hopefully disarm or draw and shoot as appropriate.

Its always good to de-escalate social situations, but if a gun is in play, that is my red line where action is required.  That is when a person has shown that they don't care if you live or die.