I used to use a pocket knife (folding) but now I carry a set of three throwing knives at work. I am trained in throwing, but I use them more for utility at work, and find them more convenient because all I have to do is unsheath and cut, rather than flip, which if done with a snap of the wrist can lead to safety issues around me.
but, my answers to the questions are:
"Geez, what do you use that for???"
opening things and throwing.
"Well what in the world will you need to cut with it?"
you survive a day at my work without at least a boxcutter and then ask me again.
"Well why do you need a knife for that stuff? Can't you just tear open packages and envelopes like normal people?"
sure, but the knives lying around are for foodproducts, are a foot long each, and a lot less convenient.
"But that thing is like some kind of weapon or something, isn't it?"
yes, wanna see?
"Yeah but the stapler wasn't like, you know, designed for killing people."
I never said anything about a stapler....
"Yeah but couldn't you also use it to cut or stab a person?"
absolutely, any advantage over your opponent is desirable when it comes to defense.
"Oh my God are you serious?"
yes, why do you think I know how to use these things?
I do get the "why" question a lot, but because throwers are so unconventional, they usually ask "how much" next, and mine cost $50, to which they usually are surprised, but shut up...
Yes, its annoying, but kinda fun, Im currently showing a buddy at work how to throw, and hes going to get his own set.
By the way, 19 and responsible is very possible, in the kitchen where I work, I am the only person besides the head cook who is allowed to clean and sharpen the kitchen knives. Last time they let someone else do it they went to the hospital because they almost cut their finger off. That person was 34 years old. You tell me who's responsible.
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come on, admit it - you've practiced swinging the balisong around, possibly even tried a few aerial stunts with it... right?
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nah, Im learning katanas now
