Concealed?

Whenever I go to the mall I stick a Cold Steel Katana down my crotch and make sure to visit GameStop and whip out my wonder sword to flash at everyone. I don't take out the Katana though, that stays in my pants, hence, 'concealed' ;)
 
Umm, I thought you we're joking, are you really considering carrying a 'sword' around? Also let me enlighten you a little bit, credit to Google...

con·cealed
kənˈsēld/
adjective
kept secret; hidden.
"a concealed weapon"
 
A sword in a scabbard is not a concealed weapon, it's rather obvious what it is. On the other hand i would think a cane sword would be regarded as a concealed weapon in most places.
 
Cane and stick swords, typically yes. Attached to the waist in a scabbard, typically no. This would be a better question for law enforcement in your area. Also, why?
 
Jefferyr said:
If it is on the waste in the open is it concealed?
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Go, right now........into the bathroom!

With your right hand.....punch yourself in the face!

With the left hand........punch yourself in the crotch!

It must be simultaneously.

If you can do this ten times as hard as you possibly can....you are a man and ready to learn the secrets of concealed sword carry.

Good luck!

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson
 
While the question and spelling of "waist", are humorous, there is a real issue to consider - When is a knife or sword considered a weapon?

A knife may be a weapon or a tool, depending on size, shape, and where you are found with it. A sword will be a weapon no matter where it is carried (except at a knife show with a tag on it).
Legal to carry or not is often moot, if you are carrying a weapon, you may get into trouble. The LEO has the decision....so carrying a sword on your hip at the mall will likely cause screams and get you taken into custody. Carrying a sword at a wedding or a military service will likely get no more comment than, "Cool sword."

As with any dangerous object today, using common sense is the best rule to follow.
 
I don't think it is possible to conceal anything that I would call a sword.
Size and all that
 
There's a sword like object called the razor belt sword that uses a concealment system, there are sword canes and sticks, as previously mentioned, and I suppose if you walk around with a sword in a pelican case, or wearing a long trenchcoat like in Highlander, you could "sort of" conceal a sword, but with any of these devices, you could also "sort of" be caught with it and "sort of" get the crapped kicked out of you, or worse, by Law Enforcement. I've transported swords to rem faires, friends houses for fun with cutting, etc, and the number one thing is- take it from the car and straight into where you're going. In a bag preferably. NEVER wield a weapon on what I would consider "public property" without an Iron- clad good reason or you're asking for trouble.
 
STeven - Is that the method the MacLeod boys followed to carry their katanas? :D Might have to give it a try...
 
Storm Crow said:
STeven - Is that the method the MacLeod boys followed to carry their katanas? :D Might have to give it a try...
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The method I described above is preparation for concealed sword carry, James......little known fact.....they keistered them.:D

If you research the annals of the Highlander saga, you will find these hidden nuggets of wisdom....it ensured the katana was never misplaced, and ambushes in the loo were for naught.

That said, you have to remember that it is impossible to damage the colon of an Immortal.....don't try this at home.

Best Regards,

STeven Garsson
 
bladsmth said:
When is a knife or sword considered a weapon?
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VERY short story:

I once applied (in South Dakota) for a carry permit for a knife. I was told they would not issue carry permits for knives. The absolute legal definition of "concealed" was explained this way: If the knife is carried in a manner that prevents it being seen and thus no complaint is filed, it's OK. If the knife is used to commit a crime or is brandished in what someone perceives as a threatening manner, then it can be ruled "concealed" because there is no permit to carry it issued to the owner, especially if the blade is longer than the minimum, which varies by state.

This is similar to the legal traps laid for those who grow marijuana or make moonshine: not only do they get them for the actual crime but they also nail them for tax evasion for not paying the taxes on the product.

So: you carry a sword around on your belt (or a baldric) and someone will sooner or later complain and you will be asked to explain yourself. If you handle a naked blade in public, you will be held to account. Case in point: why some motorcycle gang members famously carried ball-pein hammers. Carrying a "tool" is different from carrying a "weapon" in the eyes of the law -- although be aware that intent plays a very large role in determining which category it fits into.
 
Good points.

A 6" knife or a chain saw would be hard to explain on a motorcycle. But, a cyclists carrying a ball peen hammer and a length of chain can expect little trouble. Both could easily be explained as being used to, "knock dents out when a bike gets dumped", and "Locking up my bike to keep bad guys from stealing it."
 
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