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DanUCSB,
Good legal argument and points are taken but the guys just looking for a knife. I thought that was still legal in this country, to some degree, at least for a little while longer.
I also thought the right of self defense to protect ones life or the life of another was a right for citizens of this country unless I've missed a news day or two and this has all changed.
To the best of my knowledge this right has not been restricted to a particular instrument or tool and yes I'm quite aware that we surrender this right to carry said article in many places, like onboard commercial aircraft or in many of our public buildings.
Justification of use is another issue. You bet the law, once engaged, is a tough entanglement and roll of the dice with no guaranteed results.
Personally I have never advocated the use of a knife for general use self defense because without extensive training the tool could easily be turned against the person trying to protect their own life.
This is a whole different crowd around here and I think they can make their own minds up about what they are comfortable carrying on their persons and for what reasons.
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