Tactical Pen:Fact or Fiction - Page 2

Blademan21 · March 29th, 2008, 11:13 PM

Just returned from 2 weeks in Europe. One week in France and one week in Italy. In my check in luggage I had a Swiss Champ and a Leatherman Wave.I carried on my person a Cold Steel City Stick with the pistol grip. I need a cane most of the time to walk and I had no funny looks from any TSA people. But in Germany,while changing flights I was a little nervous when the local TSA type person took a long look at the CSC Stick. As I limped his way

he gave me back my stick and I was on my way. What my point is, with the CSC Stick a person can keep the bad guy a arms length and hopefully not have to get in close.Some training in its use is also a wise move. Good luck in finding a way to travel safely.

Sixgunner · May 2nd, 2008, 06:31 PM

They look well made. They would come in handy in places where pocket knives aren't allowed. If I would have to use one, I would go for the face, neck, or head then run like hell.

retsupt99 · May 2nd, 2008, 09:07 PM

A pencil in the eye...can make any criminal 'see the light'...or not see the light...you choose...

KenpoTex · May 4th, 2008, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by nova83tx

With travel to many anti-gun countries, I have been looking for alternate SD tools for EDC.

I ran across Tactical/Self-Defense/Combat Writing Pens on another Forum, and was wondering if anyone here carries or has used anything like this.

These could work well with Kubotan techniques, and would obviously be better then the pen that you recently walked off with from your local bank.

They boast features such as "lightweight aircraft aluminum" and "fluted barrels," but does this justify the price of $70+?

...So what say you wise sages? Is this more gimmick and marketing ploys to sell a few office supplies, or a legitimate SD tool. If this seems like a useful tool, I would love to hear recommendations and why a certain model may work well over others.

Also, can anyone see any problems with TSA agents while flying, or customs agents entering/exiting borders?

Any experiences or thoughts would be very helpful.

Several members on another forum have carried similar devices while flying without any problem.

As far as whether it's a viable tool...

As you said, it will definately do a better job of stabbing/striking than the "10 for $1" Bic pens you buy at Wal-mart. Would a cheap pen work, certainly. However stabbing someone with a pencil or cheap plastic pen will probably be a one shot deal since I'm sure it would break under that kind of use (I break the stupid things just from having them in my pocket...)

A stout pen is definately a great tool to have available. I carry one regardless of whether I can carry other tools or not. Clipped to a shirt pocket, it would be very fast to get into action if you are attacked and it attracks absolutely zero attention.

If you want a cheap option, go to E-bay and search for "metal pens" and pick through the results 'till you find a good deal. A couple of months ago I got 5 of those heavy metal-bodied "drug rep" pens for like $3.

I do like the Lightfoot design that you linked to, if I was going to buy one, I think that'd be it. I guess the just boils down to whether or not you feel that there is enough benefit to this tool to justify the cost.

oh, and if you want the "Mont Blanc" of the tactical pen world, take a look at this one Hinderer Extreme

strider72 · May 4th, 2008, 02:51 AM

I liked the Sharkie idea myself. Though I would prefer a Highlighting marker over the black. The Hinderer extreme is a nice concept... for $240+...

raytracer · May 4th, 2008, 11:04 AM

I'm also intrigued by the Unbreakable Umbrella. Completely innocuous item to travel with, but perfectly capable of handing out a complete set of lumps. Plus, it keeps a good 3 foot separation from your opponent.

Joe

strider72 · May 4th, 2008, 12:10 PM

I have noticed that in Concealed Carry magazine myself. Another good concept.

SoFloAuthor · May 4th, 2008, 04:48 PM

CROSS PEN.....i have an aluminum bodied Cross that I use exclusively for travel...never gets a second look.

Also for those of you who travel with a rollbag and a computer bag, I clip mine together with a large (fits on my hand large) carabeaner clip. (The type with the screw down lock on the clip) Makes a great set of "aluminum knuckles".

Rob72 · May 5th, 2008, 10:36 AM

Couple of thoughts: a Monte Blanc will can run $200+ and has the sole purpose of expelling ink and showing mother of pearl. A 24k gold plated Cross set is around $75, so...

I travel cross country, about 4-6 times/year and generally have something as you describe. Cross pens are really too small in diameter to be comparable; a $6 stainless Parker from Walmart is decent, but not as durable as the BM or Lightfoot.

The Sharkie is really poorly executed; I expected better. You can rub off the Charging Woodie monogram with fine sandpaper, but the marker inside is a small sharpie. Clearly, it's a small club. May fly, may not. Kind of like putting wig-wags on your Chevy Astro, unfortunately.

KenpoTex · May 5th, 2008, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob72

...the Charging Woodie monogram...

agreed re. the Sharkie...a regular large size (the ones that are about 6" long) Sharpie from wal-mart works just as well IMO. I also really like the little rectangle-shaped Sharpies...they feel great in the hand and "thumbcapping" is comfortable.

March 29th, 2008, 11:13 PM	#11
Blademan21 Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: So. California Posts: 46	Tactical pen Just returned from 2 weeks in Europe. One week in France and one week in Italy. In my check in luggage I had a Swiss Champ and a Leatherman Wave.I carried on my person a Cold Steel City Stick with the pistol grip. I need a cane most of the time to walk and I had no funny looks from any TSA people. But in Germany,while changing flights I was a little nervous when the local TSA type person took a long look at the CSC Stick. As I limped his way he gave me back my stick and I was on my way. What my point is, with the CSC Stick a person can keep the bad guy a arms length and hopefully not have to get in close.Some training in its use is also a wise move. Good luck in finding a way to travel safely.

May 2nd, 2008, 09:07 PM	#13
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 12,512	A pencil in the eye...can make any criminal 'see the light'...or not see the light...you choose... __________________ ‘‘Four out of five politicians surveyed prefered unarmed, ignorant peasants.’’ — Unknown Liberals are as American as 'dog dodo' pie...

May 4th, 2008, 02:51 AM	#15
strider72 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: NE Alabama Posts: 123	I liked the Sharkie idea myself. Though I would prefer a Highlighting marker over the black. The Hinderer extreme is a nice concept... for $240+... __________________ Glock 19/FEG/FM HiPowers/Keltec P32 for me. When I can't use my 870,N98 or Marlin .30-30 of course...

May 4th, 2008, 12:10 PM	#17
strider72 Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: NE Alabama Posts: 123	I have noticed that in Concealed Carry magazine myself. Another good concept. __________________ Glock 19/FEG/FM HiPowers/Keltec P32 for me. When I can't use my 870,N98 or Marlin .30-30 of course...

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May 2nd, 2008, 06:31 PM	#12
Sixgunner New Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 14	They look well made. They would come in handy in places where pocket knives aren't allowed. If I would have to use one, I would go for the face, neck, or head then run like hell.

May 4th, 2008, 11:04 AM	#16
raytracer Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Kansas City Posts: 223	I'm also intrigued by the Unbreakable Umbrella. Completely innocuous item to travel with, but perfectly capable of handing out a complete set of lumps. Plus, it keeps a good 3 foot separation from your opponent. Joe

May 4th, 2008, 04:48 PM	#18
SoFloAuthor Ex Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Western edge of Th' Everglades Posts: 99	CROSS PEN.....i have an aluminum bodied Cross that I use exclusively for travel...never gets a second look. Also for those of you who travel with a rollbag and a computer bag, I clip mine together with a large (fits on my hand large) carabeaner clip. (The type with the screw down lock on the clip) Makes a great set of "aluminum knuckles".

May 5th, 2008, 10:36 AM	#19
Rob72 VIP Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 2,842	Couple of thoughts: a Monte Blanc will can run $200+ and has the sole purpose of expelling ink and showing mother of pearl. A 24k gold plated Cross set is around $75, so... I travel cross country, about 4-6 times/year and generally have something as you describe. Cross pens are really too small in diameter to be comparable; a $6 stainless Parker from Walmart is decent, but not as durable as the BM or Lightfoot. The Sharkie is really poorly executed; I expected better. You can rub off the Charging Woodie monogram with fine sandpaper, but the marker inside is a small sharpie. Clearly, it's a small club. May fly, may not. Kind of like putting wig-wags on your Chevy Astro, unfortunately.