TSA baby-steps it towards more rational policy concerning knives on planes

Good opportunity for a MFG to mfg a run of TSA legal knives that are recognizable and even approved by TSA.
 
This won't be good for a Dweebay seller I've bought from for years and her business, she's been selling NTSA airport seizure/confiscated knifes for years.
It's big business on Dweebay, they all go to airport auctions, bid on tons of confiscated knifes that people forget to leave at home, then sell them on Dweebay.
I bought my Leatherman Juice S2, Micra and Squirt P4 all in superb condition for less then 10 bucks each.
 
Reeek said:
Good opportunity for a MFG to mfg a run of TSA legal knives that are recognizable and even approved by TSA.
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And it can have the symbol, like on the TSA locks.
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I just talked to two very helpful representatives at the TSA contact center about this. Surprisingly, neither had heard of this announcement. The second one was a security specialist I was transferred to by the first. He seemed rather interested in the announcement, and mentioned that he carries a small slipjoint Leatherman.

Anyway, we discussed the announcement for a while, and he said that he will send a memo up the chain about the "Knives with molded grips" caveat. He agreed that the way it was presented in the document is confusing, and that it is probably an unnecessary restriction on knives that already don't lock and have blades shorter than 2.36" and narrower than 1/2".

Hopefully by the time this change in regulations goes into effect, it will be worded a bit clearer.


TotalDbag said:
My key chain Gerber Dime is allowed now :D
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That's probably exactly the tool I'd want to carry on a plane as well. Nice and light, and capable of lots of everyday utility and repair tasks.

So now I wonder: will we be allowed to whittle on the plane as long as we don't make a mess? :D
 
liamstrain said:
The continued ban on razor blades is still puzzling.
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Oh, come on, now, liamstrain..."razor" is A LOT scarier than "knife"; 'cause razors are used on people's throats, which means that they can cut throats, which means that people who use razors are cutthroats, which is another word for a pirate; and terrorists are the new pirates; so they should be banned.

I shouldn't have to keep reminding you of this....
 
Reeek said:
Good opportunity for a MFG to mfg a run of TSA legal knives that are recognizable and even approved by TSA.
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Hello I am a first time poster here. Actually have visited the site quite a few times when looking for knife info and found it helpful. Today was dropping by to see what might be posted regarding the new TSA rules and thought I would sign up and post as this is a most interesting topic.

Like most others here probably only things I have that fit the requirements are a few pieces my grandpappy and uncles left me. I agree with Reeek in that here is an opportunity for a quality mfg to jump out front with the perfect match. Probably limit it to about 2.25" in length and 0.40" in width since most TSA inspectors can't read anything more precise than that to begin with. God only knows what constitutes a "molded" handle since one of their photos shows a cnc type cutout metal handle. Perhaps a Leatherman type tool of the appropriate size is actually the best choice right now - hope to find out!

Until then though I hope to see some interesting posts on the best currently available (quality and design) EDC items to fit the requirements. Something with S30V grade materials would be nice!
 
BlackKnight86 said:
Oh, come on, now, liamstrain..."razor" is A LOT scarier than "knife"; 'cause razors are used on people's throats, which means that they can cut throats, which means that people who use razors are cutthroats, which is another word for a pirate; and terrorists are the new pirates; so they should be banned.

I shouldn't have to keep reminding you of this....
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Hah. I genuinely laughed at that. :)
 
NeverMore1701 said:
Someone has got to explain to me how a molded grip is dangerous. Please.


I'll wait.
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In the same way that certain attachments to an AR-15 supposedly make it "more lethal". You know, like a barrel shroud or a collapsible stock. In other words, it doesn't.
 
It says you can carry it in your carry on luggage.

Does that mean we cant have something in our pocket??
 
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Baby steps...
I've had 2 Classics (attached to keychain) "confiscated" since 9/11 - one on a return flight, after making it all the way to my destination. That shouldn't happen again.
At least they realize they were being unreasonable.
I'll need to measure - if I can bring my SwayBack Jack or SAK Executive on board, I just might consider flying as an option again.
I don't need to cut much on a plane, but if I need to take care of a loose thread, trim a fingernail, or open a bag of peanuts it'll be nice to have the option.
If you intend to use it as a weapon, they probably still don't want you to have it. But the "novelty" bat would probably be better for that anyway.

Checked with calipers: Looks like the Executive is 2.10" tip to handle, and the Jack is 2.315. Think I'll go Executive on travel this summer.
 
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NBCNews.com is reporting: "For the first time since the 9/11 terror attacks, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will allow small knives and some previously prohibited sports equipment onto airplanes as carry-on items.

"According to the TSA, passengers will be able to carry-on knives that are less than 2.36 inches long and less than one-half inch wide."

How cool is that!? :thumbup: :D
 
at least we're headed back in the right direction...slow and stupid, but in the right direction
 
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