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    Weapons in everyday life

    What are your opinions on carrying a sword as an everyday accessory, here in louisiana it is legal, I'm certain if you are dressed the part no one would notice the sword before they notice the kilt. So, what does the rabble think?

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    Think of it this way:

    Suppose that there is a spectrum, not of colors, but of perceptions. The "shades" along that spectrum might be labeled as follows:

    Normal----Slightly Out of Place----Eccentric---Strange---Deeply Weird and Possibly Dangerous

    Wearing a kilt places one squarely into the "Eccentric" part of the spectrum, a place where I am happy to congregate with my fellows.

    Except in a suitable environment (renfaires, games, etc. )adding a sword moves you considerably further to the right along that scale.

    The goal, I think is to express individualism, without a wholesale departure from societal norms. A kilt is a grand way to do that. Walking around with a spadroon at your side is in my (not so damned humble, thank you very much!) opinion beyond the pale.
    Last edited by KD Burke; 9th February 15 at 05:47 AM.
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    Best not, if you want to be taken seriously.
    " Rules are for the guidance of wise men and the adherence of idle minds and minor tyrants". Field Marshal Lord Slim.

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    If you want to be taken seriously as a kilt wearer I definitely would stay away from wearing a sword. That is not a normal part of THCD these days.
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    There is the problem of, should I because it is legal to do so. Mississippi has an open carry of firearms law but I don't always "tote a hog leg".
    Look to the environment where you think you would want the blade as an accessory. The first issue, from the public's perspective, who is this person and why is he dressed so differently. You can overwhelm them with "too much, too soon" as far as attire, when an explanation will suffice for now.

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    a 16 year old wants to carry a sword when he is already dressed in a manner that will draw possibly unwanted attention in his neighbor hood.does this really need to be commented on?

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    Sounds like "Pirates of the Caribean" to me.
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    I encourage you not to. It's not terribly practical and it may send an unintended message.
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    If you're going to do that, be sure that it looks like the average of ten other men you see carrying a similar weapon so that you fit in.
    Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.

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    I own a sword. And I live in a jurisdiction where there is no restriction in law on the open carry of edged weapons. But the only time I have EVER worn my sword was during military ceremonies as part of a color guard. Sgians, even dirks in some situations, are fine. But other than military ceremonies and costume wear such as renfairs, I would advise against it.
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