Neck Knives -- Am I missing Something?

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Stiletto Raggio

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All right, I understand that a small (2-4 inch blade) fixed knife can be quite useful, but it seems like a strange place to carry.

And, if the purpose of neck knife carry is to have it out in the open, thus avoiding concealed weapon legality problems, why not carry a full sized fixed blade in the open?

 
Yes you are missing something.
First, fixed blade knives are not legal to carry in all jurisdictions. In some areas, the government doesn't want ordinary citizens to defend themselves from criminals. This is political. The government wants the monopoly on the legitimate use of force.
Second, there is a variety of human so timid and removed from reality (sheeple) that everything that they see that even remotely resembles a weapon causes spasms of fear. Unfortunately, these people vote, and they vote for the politicians described above. Since most of us, that is, people who are not prepared to depend on the government for our safety, either don't vote or engage in political activity for our own benefit it dosn't pay to alarm the sheeple.
Third, if you work in an industrial setting carrying a neck knife openly may be ok, but for many people, concealed carry for last-ditch defense is a common way of carry. Even if the short blades of most neck knives are legal, you don't need the hassle. Also, hideout pieces are best as surprizes. HTH

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And ... It is summer time, 100°F, sunny and you are walking on the beach with your girlfriend (swimming suit, or shorts and T-shirt) and with 7" fixed blade on your side???
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David

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Fudo, David,
Well said!!!
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Here in sunny (hot and HUMID)Florida, after about march, it's gym shorts, Tshirts and sneakers. The only way I CAN carry is in a neck sheath! On the odd day that I do get dressed up, I'll go with the denim shorts with pockets and be able to carry a folder!
I dont' get "dressed up" that often!!!!!
Neil

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Stiletto

I have also found that for "around the yard" sort of carrying, a neck knife is more convenient and comfortable. Sitting down with a sheath around your neck does not result in the knife digging into your butt. One problem I have with neck knives is just the thought of a shaving sharp blade pointing at my carotid artery ( or jugular vein, take your choice) I guess we all have our hang-ups.
 
Is carrying a neck knife illegal in some places? I'm new to them as well. It just seems that they too are a fixed blade knife. Is it that they're under a certain length that makes them legal? Does it definitely have to be worn outside your shirt to be not concealed? Thanks everyone.
 
nightglock- there are as many rules as there are jurisdictions. For any useful answer you will need to quiry the local D.A. in your area.

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Stiletto, if you will purchase and inexpensive neck knife, and wear it for 30 days, you will see why a lot of people have them. One day last week, I had on a suit and tie, I went without my knife around my neck (it was in my front pocket). It was not feasable to wear with a tie. I was constantly reaching for it to use on whatever.
There are a lot of makers that make neck knives and I am one of them. They come in all shapes, sizes, and prices. In some case, you can have one made just like you want. The Kydex sheath, tip up carry is the one I like and use but there are several ways to carry a neck knife.

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They are not all fixed blades either. You can get neck sheaths for several Spyderco folders.

Later,
John
 
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