Gun Control & RKBA
In reply to the discussion: So who makes up the RW trolls here? [View all]spin
(17,493 posts)While I mainly bought it to add to my knife and sword collection, it can be handy as I have a bad hip that I should get replaced as well as degenerative disc disease.
If I hear a really unusual noise during the night I slip a .38 cal snub nosed revolver into my pants pocket, grab the cane and leave my bedroom to check things out. (Yes, I know that playing Wyatt Earp is a poor tactic, but there are other family members in this big old house that I feel responsible for.)
Of course the noise is usually caused by our clumsy Boston Terrier (who is totally worthless as a watch dog) or an innocent visitor or family member. Using a cane when you have a bad limp is not intimidating so I don't unnecessarily scare the crap out of someone who is just visiting.
The sword cane could easily be a very effective weapon if absolutely necessary. It could also convince an intruder to leave in a hurry.