My tactical pen is a weapon?
Apr 22, 2011, 4:50 pm
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My tactical pen is a weapon?
I just got a tactical pen just because I like its heft. It's rounded on both ends and weighs about as much as a roll of dimes.
It's not a weapon per se, and it's different from the item found in this thread, but I suppose I could jab it into someone's eye just like I could a 15 cent Bic.
Wondering if they'd steal it from me at the checkpoint.
My pen is dangerous?
It's not a weapon per se, and it's different from the item found in this thread, but I suppose I could jab it into someone's eye just like I could a 15 cent Bic.
Wondering if they'd steal it from me at the checkpoint.
My pen is dangerous?
Apr 22, 2011, 5:18 pm
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Based on previous experience, that could, possibly (
) be considered a weapon. The design allows it to double as a Kubaton, a striking item, and still sign for the package at the office. I wouldn't risk running into someone that would give you a hard time over it - send it in checked bags if you take it with you.
That sucker is heavy man! I like that one myself, might have to order one for the homestead!
) be considered a weapon. The design allows it to double as a Kubaton, a striking item, and still sign for the package at the office. I wouldn't risk running into someone that would give you a hard time over it - send it in checked bags if you take it with you. That sucker is heavy man! I like that one myself, might have to order one for the homestead!
Apr 22, 2011, 5:22 pm
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Apr 22, 2011, 5:23 pm
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Based on previous experience, that could, possibly () be considered a weapon. The design allows it to double as a Kubaton, a striking item, and still sign for the package at the office. I wouldn't risk running into someone that would give you a hard time over it - send it in checked bags if you take it with you.
That sucker is heavy man! I like that one myself, might have to order one for the homestead!
) be considered a weapon. The design allows it to double as a Kubaton, a striking item, and still sign for the package at the office. I wouldn't risk running into someone that would give you a hard time over it - send it in checked bags if you take it with you. That sucker is heavy man! I like that one myself, might have to order one for the homestead!
Apr 22, 2011, 7:05 pm
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Disassemble It!
I say this only part in jest but it would be great if you disassembled it and then put a Preparation H wrapped suppository in the open end of it. Then pack the Prep H box alongside it in your carryon. If tsa were stupid enough to ask about the pen just say its an obvious aid for a medical condition.
Last edited by bajajoes; Apr 22, 2011 at 7:06 pm Reason: sp.
Apr 22, 2011, 10:04 pm
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While I don't have a fancy pen like his I have carried a space pen for ages and I love it. They simply don't leak and they write in any position--this means you can throw a piece of paper up on the wall and write on it. I've done that many a time with mine.
I only use mine as one to carry with me, for a normal home or office environment I prefer a gel pen because they write nicer.
Apr 23, 2011, 3:41 am
#11
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I just got a tactical pen just because I like its heft. It's rounded on both ends and weighs about as much as a roll of dimes.
It's not a weapon per se, and it's different from the item found in this thread, but I suppose I could jab it into someone's eye just like I could a 15 cent Bic.
Wondering if they'd steal it from me at the checkpoint.
My pen is dangerous?
It's not a weapon per se, and it's different from the item found in this thread, but I suppose I could jab it into someone's eye just like I could a 15 cent Bic.
Wondering if they'd steal it from me at the checkpoint.
My pen is dangerous?
Apr 23, 2011, 4:55 am
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I say this only part in jest but it would be great if you disassembled it and then put a Preparation H wrapped suppository in the open end of it. Then pack the Prep H box alongside it in your carryon. If tsa were stupid enough to ask about the pen just say its an obvious aid for a medical condition.
(bolding mine)
Thanks for a great belly laugh so early in the morning!