Carrying a knife . . . .

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James Y said:
I carry a knife at work, among co-workers whom many on the forum would consider 'liberal-leaning'. Except for one other guy who occasionally carries a knife (due to seeing me carrying and using one), not one other person there carries one. And not one person (including the two owners of the business) cares a whit when I pull out one of my knives, because there's always a reason why I'm doing it, and I've never made a big deal out of it. In the early years, if anyone asked me why I carried a knife, I merely pointed out what I was using it for (cutting straps, opening and breaking down boxes, etc.), and that it's more convenient than having to hunt down a pair of scissors. I even occasionally carry a large knife like the Spyderco Military or Police model, and nobody is afraid or even cares. It's common knowledge among my co-workers that I carry a knife, and that it's handy. Had I acted defensively or militant about it, things would have been quite different.

I've mentioned this before, but I've seen some knife people act all militant about their right to carry. Once in a gun shop, the young guy behind the counter was vigorously flipping a knife I had asked to see. He was flipping it so hard, at one point it almost flew out of his hand towards some customers browsing in the shop. They gave him a wary look. When I quietly mentioned that maybe he shouldn't flick it so hard, he angrily said (I'm paraphrasing, but this is the gist): "I have the legal right to do whatever the hell I want with a knife. If anybody has a problem with it, they can go ____ themselves."

Sadly, he isn't the only knife person I've seen like that. Being militant about the right to carry a knife will not win those who don't carry over to your side. In fact, quite the opposite. They'll think that you (and by extension, anybody else who carries a knife) is a nut job. It's the same as angrily shooting one's self in the foot in order to prove gun safety.

Rather than having a chip on one's shoulder or feeling superior about it, how about leading by quiet example? When others see that a pocketknife has useful purposes other than going all Freddie Krueger on them, some just may change their minds, if they were anti-pocketknife or neutral on the matter. Or maybe not. But at least they'll have seen a positive example, and that'll be in the backs of their minds, even if they never choose to carry a knife themselves.

Jim
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This makes sence!!! Being all mean about it only reinforces non knife people's beliefs.
 
I'm in a fairly good area of Southern California. I don't step out of my front door without my knife..it's just automatic that I put it on. I have several LA County Deputy buddies that say they can care less if someone is carrying a pocket knife. Actually, our laws other than carrying autos, are pretty decent.
 
I was out one time taking my rifle for a walk and crossed paths with a fellow dragging a fat little buck behind him. It was a walk-in only area and we were a few miles from the closest road. I stopped for the usual chit-chat and realized the muley he was dragging hadn't been gutted. Asked him why and he admitted that he'd grabbed his hunting pack and had unknowingly left the knife out of it after a sharpening session. He didn't have a back-up on him. I had my usual selection with me and ended up watching him lighten his load while I took a few swigs off his flask. He fell in love with my Howling Rat and offered to buy it on the spot. (My kingdom for a horse!) I was surprised a guy would head out without more than one knife. He was surprised a guy would carry more than one. We had a good laugh. Guess you can teach an old dog a new trick after all.
 
I carry every day now, but I used to work in the courthouse (former prosecutor), so carrying a knife was a no-no. It was never a problem, really. I’ve had a glovebox knife since I started driving, and also keep a knife in my desk drawer, so there’s always one around even if I don’t have it in my pocket.
 
OrangeBlueOrangeBlue said:
I carry every day now, but I used to work in the courthouse (former prosecutor), so carrying a knife was a no-no. It was never a problem, really. I’ve had a glovebox knife since I started driving, and also keep a knife in my desk drawer, so there’s always one around even if I don’t have it in my pocket.
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If you can't carry a knife in the court house, how'd ya get it in to your desk?
 
If Joe or Josephine Public fears my knife or if I flip it (I don't own any flippers), screw them. Seriously. It's their problem, not mine. I'll be damned if I'm going to live my life walking on egg shells for fear of scarring a bunch of unresilient snowflakes.
 
I didn't bother reading this whole thread. My apologies to all. With that said, I feel so lucky living in an area where you get frowned upon like your an idiot if you don't carry a knife. Fixed or folded. And as for sidearms, open carry anytime. No biggie.
 
leghog said:
If Joe or Josephine Public fears my knife or if I flip it (I don't own any flippers), screw them. Seriously. It's their problem, not mine. I'll be damned if I'm going to live my life walking on egg shells for fear of scarring a bunch of unresilient snowflakes.
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Sounds good until they take that privilege away from you. Carry and use your knife, but don't antagonize or you may come to regret it. I use my knives in a normal manner(as a tool) and have never had any problem with the public or police. Not even a comment. If confronted I would handle it in a polite, but firm manner. No need to feed their fears by being aggressive.
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I've gotten to where I carry a Buck 110 LT because it's like having a fixed blade, but if I lose it or have to give it up I'm only out $20. I drive a big rig and keep a multi tool with a belt cutter within arms reach in case of an accident.
 
I was always know as "the guy with the knife" growing up. Most of my friends didn't (and still don't) carry knives. My father is possibly the only person I know that doesn't go anywhere without one, even if it is just a Vic SD Classic.
 
marcinek, I realize that I'm not going to convince you of anything, but I thought that a couple of your rhetorical questions in this thread deserved answers.

marcinek said:
By who? The vast "sheeple" conspiracy?
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Apparently you ignored poking_stick's picture in post #24, so I'll include some more for clarity. Think this can't happen in America? Think again.

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marcinek said:
And what do I need a knife on a plane for?
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Hmm. I suspect some of the passengers on these planes wished they had knives (and guns) with them.

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On a lighter note, you obviously read the wrong magazines growing up!

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marcinek said:
So, instead of battling against them, demanding your rights, going out there and taking a stand for freedom, truth, justice, and the American Way.....you came here to kvetch about the whole thing to a bunch of like minded-individuals.
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You might want to research America's history a bit. Coalitions of likeminded individuals communicating with/grousing to one another about encroaching government overreach eventually led to the drafting of the Declaration of Independence.


Back on topic: To my way of thinking, being dressed means having a knife on your person. Venturing out of your home without a knife is just plain irresponsible.

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I never leave my home without a knife and a light in my pocket either. At least an SAK Farmer in my back pocket, a main clipped folder, a Maratac light and a .22 mag Derringer, depending on my mood, I may carry a bigger revolver or a .380 of some sort. But always at least an SAK and a Derringer.
 
The Whip said:
marcinek, I realize that I'm not going to convince you of anything, but I thought that a couple of your rhetorical questions in this thread deserved answers.

Apparently you ignored poking_stick's picture in post #24, so I'll include some more for clarity. Think this can't happen in America? Think again.

Hmm. I suspect some of the passengers on these planes wished they had knives (and guns) with them.

On a lighter note, you obviously read the wrong magazines growing up!

You might want to research America's history a bit. Coalitions of likeminded individuals communicating with/grousing to one another about encroaching government overreach eventually led to the drafting of the Declaration of Independence.
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Can this happen? Of course. No doubt as a result the general public thinking we are all adolescent male teens masculating ourmselves by having a large knife in our pants or armchair commandos/vigilantes fantasizing about killing junkies and terrorists.

As for magazines, you are correct...I didn't read that Man on Man mag like you did, looks entertaining.

The people who drafted the Declaration of Independence actually did something. They didn't just sit around whining to like minded strangers about the big meanies who were oppressing them.

So....no. Didn't convince me of anything. :cool:
 
dsalazar said:
Times have changed. Phones are mobile and have internet. No one gets lost. Some see no need to be prepared as they are a phone call away from anything. Im 28 and have been carrying a knife since i was 11. I carry a knife, flashlight, lighter, leatherman squirt, and firearm. In the truck i have jumper cables, gas can, tow straps. I have jumped other peoples cars. I live on the saying its better to habe it and not need it, than need it and not have it.
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This is a lot of it I think. Modern conveniences have widened the divide between the people who will wait for someone else to come fix their problem and the people who just handle it and move on.

My impatience tends to overtake my laziness, so I try to stay at least moderately prepared. A knife, small screwdriver(usually in the form of an SAK), flashlight, etc. There's also a small set of tools in each vehicle so whatever I don't have on my person is usually just a short distance away.
 
T.L.E. Sharp said:
This is a lot of it I think. Modern conveniences have widened the divide between the people who will wait for someone else to come fix their problem and the people who just handle it and move on.

My impatience tends to overtake my laziness, so I try to stay at least moderately prepared. A knife, small screwdriver(usually in the form of an SAK), flashlight, etc. There's also a small set of tools in each vehicle so whatever I don't have on my person is usually just a short distance away.
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That is me most of the time impatient. At work i use my leatherman whem i can. Instead of walking to truck and back can add 5 minutes. Before cell phones if someone had a flat tire they had ro be equipped to change it. Now days most people dont even check their spare for air. It becomes train of thought. If i habe a cell phone im set. But what happens if the phone dies.
 
Even if I have a larger folder on me, for public urban use, I have a little SAK on my keyring.
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Never scared no-one.
 
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