Ya know $23 is not to much money (unless your talking about a pen IMHO) so I would not want to buy one and then have it confiscated, just wondering if any of you have one and tried it
That would depend entirely on the perception of the screener you encounter. While any Fisher, Sharpie, or any of numerous high-end (or really cheap) pens with a strong metal body, and a tapered, pointed end would accomplish the same thing (writing on paper, duh). It really depends if the screener has 'found out' about "tactical" pens and is looking for one, then you might lose it. It could also get lost if they decide to call it a 'kubaton,' which is on the prohibited list.
If you put in in your bag it is just another pen. If you put it in the dish and they see that it says S&W on it chances are it is the last time you see it. Why not a just carry a Zebra 701 and not worry about it?
Cross makes a pretty beefy pen as well that will easily pass muster. In fact, I'm pretty sure that a Google search would come up with several articles about using a Cross ballpoint for self-defense.
In 1997, I was the medical officer in a prison where a corrections officer was killed with two pencils, which struck him on either side of the neck, just behind the clavicles. So there are weapons everywhere.
TSA already knows about all the "innocent looking" tactical (or tacticool, if you prefer) goodies on the market. Does anyone really believe TSA doesn't have someone (maybe more than one) surfing the same web sites we do, looking for the latest and greatest thing to sneak by them?
TSA isn't nearly as dumb and clueless as most people consider them to be.
TSA already knows about all the "innocent looking" tactical (or tacticool, if you prefer) goodies on the market. Does anyone really believe TSA doesn't have someone (maybe more than one) surfing the same web sites we do, looking for the latest and greatest thing to sneak by them?
TSA isn't nearly as dumb and clueless as most people consider them to be.
You're right, they arent as dumb and clueless as we suspect them to be.
The reality is they are far far worse. I'm not going to say they aren't at least somewhat better than the mongrels we had working airport security before they came around. What the TSA does present though, is a prime place for people who couldn't find any other job where they could get authority who are just looking for the opportunity to push people around.
I have yet to meet a reasonable intelligent respectful TSA agent. Yes, I fly alot, no I dont push their buttons, and ideally yes I like to travel under their radar. Please dont assume they are good at what they do, or intelligent. All they are there to do is project a thin vineer of security to the sheep, waste tax payers money, and sustain themselves.
Gel Shoe inserts is not allowed. I was wondering about Zippo lighters, would they classify as ok to take carry on as long as you dont have fuel in it? And you cant take your own fuel?
lol, I actually carried one when I was about 15, my grandfather smoked so I always made sure I was prepaired, (knife, lighter, utility tool, 20 dollars for gas, "just incase")
but yea I like your version more, only my girlfriend would probably beat me. lol
I have travel by plane at least twice a year and always bring my Hinderer tactical pen, will place it into the tray with the ink point exposed.
Last time I flew I had the Hinderer and Tuff Writer which does not have the brand stamped on it. I was really surprised that it didn't attract any attention.
I had a Smith and Wesson pen confiscated by TSA in Pensacola. Screener asked what it was, after seeing it in my bag on the X Ray machine. I said it was a pen/stylus, he looks at it and says "yea right made Smith and Wesson?"
My uncle used to tell me carry a cheapy fountain pen (I can find them for a buck) you can use those just the same and you get compliments for the tip. lol
If you put it through with other pens in your carry on you should not have a problem. From what I understand a Zebra 701 will slay a hi-jacker just as well. However I am wearing a Spitting Weasel Pen that was gifted to me by a buddy right now. Always in the collar of my t-shirt.- George
This little shop that sells chinese goods, cheapy fountain pens (will take a pic) for a buck with extra cartridges, actually you can store one extra ink cartridge so it is good for a small item storage as well. Bought some other pens that would probably do the same 12 pack for 6 dollars.
NM Will post pictures tomorrow taking half a day and will take pictures tonight when I get home. HAve to take care of a few things.
The silver one is the one I carry pretty stronge and the other one is the fountain pen.
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