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Originally Posted by cold1
I would also like to mention that when discussing this with a few LEO friends of mine they have stated that they would much rather find someone armed with a couple of regular knives on them than someone with a single auto opener.
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This comment by your LEO friends is tyical of an woefully under-trained and funded domestic law enforcement. What is the difference?! Either the person carrying has the skill to use the tool (knife or gun)+ the intent to break the law; OR NOT! The threat is no more or less greater with an unknown opponent with a different type of weapon.
A knife (and a gun), no matter its type, is as dangerous as the intent and skill of the user. Recognizing intent, mentation of opponent and situational awareness, along with proper training, tactics and procedures should put any LEO in the best position to protect self and public. It also puts the law abiding armed citizen in the best position to protect self, family and property.
Any good defense lawyer should be able to defend lawful actions if the bearer of arms has followed the law and used sound judgement in dealing with a threat (wounding or killing in self-defense). (IE. If your state does not allow auto-openers, then don't carry one, become skilled with another form of blade and work to change the law if so inclined!)
Just my thoughts
