Canes for self defense

[7shooter]

I have taken some classes in the use of canes for self defense. One does not have to be a ninja or young to make effective use of this legal everywhere tool. One of my firearms instructors brings a carbon fiber cane ( will break cinder blocks ) when he flies. Another always carries the same cane when he goes to the mall even though he also has a pistol. Both are decorated Viet Nam vets and retired law enforcement.

I read a research article a number of years ago about the decreased frequency of muggings for elderly who carry a cane. There is an area of contention as to whether a straight cane with out the traditional curved handle is superior to the curved handle models. I lean toward the curved models because they can be used to capture necks, arms ,legs, and who can forget the groin. However the straight cane does seem faster to deploy .

Here is a link to a relevant and interesting article :
Seniors self-defense with a little cane scrutiny

 

[claudel]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EL0Y-GhU2Io

Now that's a self-defense cane...

 

[texmex]

Sword cane even better unless you live in one of the socialist states.

 

[legelegel]

It is illegal to conceal or open carry a sword cane or switchblade knife in Oklahoma.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYD_EsIwWEw

 

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[Amp]

I'll keep my cane for walking, and keeping me steady.
Also keeps me steady if I must shoot.

 

[clang444]

In the 1800s, Remington made cane guns.

 

[7shooter]

One of the first police departments in the U.S. ( Boston P.D. ) issued 6 foot long blue canes to their officers. I've tried to find photos of one but haven't been able to. They are described as looking like the traditional shepherds crook.

I wonder if that is where the phrase " Hook em and book em " came from.

 

[Old cop]

Most of the products above are illegal in my state. That said I need my cane, a light alloy adjustable thing, to walk & maintain balance. If I tried to use it to strike with I'd no doubt topple over.

 

[JohnSW]

For more articles on the subject, Google/Bing "Cane Fu".

 

[Protected One]

A cane can be a very effective weapon in the hands of someone with even limited training. In my opinion, the curved handle style is the better way to go. It adds another potential use to the cane - tripping device.

 

[Adk.IBO]

I really like the idea of a cane or walking stick, especially when traveling to say Pittsburgh where my current CC permit is not valid. Came across these- oldeshillelagh.com made in Ireland. Custom fit, different styles, lead filled option, pricey but I still like them. As I age and get slower and less agile I would like to have one. Also my new son in law (Pittsburgh) has requested no firearms in his home. We went to a Penguins game and my comfort level was low in the parking garage. Zero help against someone with a gun, anything else, different story.

Stay safe, John

 

[wheelyfun66]

Best of all, the Americans With Disabilities Act makes it illegal for Law enforcement to even ASK you why you have a cane!

Don't get me wrong, I am a fervent LEO supporter, but what I mean is....in a place that restricts the law abiding citizen from carrying a weapon for self defense (NYC, DC, NJ, MA, etc...) I still feel the need for any self defense tool that is legal.

I practice Japanese Sword Arts, and a cane is a natural extension of the tactics/moves/mindset that I am familiar with.

So, even though I am only 48 yrs old......A cane accompanies me to NYC and all the other Fascist states!

 

[fredj338]

Anything can be used as an effective weapon, if you know & have had a little training with it. I once told my teenage sons if I had to I could disable or kill with a rolled up magazine. They laughed until we did a little mock demo. Yep, a solid hardwood cane is a good tool if you know what to do with it. So is a pocket knife, metal ball point pen, etc. My hair is now grey enough, maybe time to go looking for a good cane.

 

[explorer13421]

Kabar makes an aluminum cane in its TDI line of products. Very strong, knurled grips on the shaft.

 

[WR Moore]

I really like the idea of a cane or walking stick, especially when traveling to say Pittsburgh where my current CC permit is not valid.

PA had (haven't been back in quite a few years) a law that the various municipalities can't pass firearms laws (state pre-emption). Or, at least they have no legal force. Now, if you simply want to avoid being a test case, can't blame you. You might want to check with the PA State Police on this.

Used to be Philly that had such delusions of being above the law.

Also my new son in law (Pittsburgh) has requested no firearms in his home.
Stay safe, John

Didn't say anything about when about town now, did he? FWIW, I was the intended victim of an armed robbery in front of the Federal Courthouse some decades ago (1130 AM on a Tuesday).

 

[7shooter]

Cold Steel has a carbon fiber cane ( not a blade ) which is well balanced and easy to handle. Worth a look.

 

[Rustyt1953]

Don't know about legal but as far as "cool" goes, check out what Smith357 made.http://smith-wessonforum.com/firearms-knives-other-brands/391222-hatchet-walking-cane.html

 

[shouldazagged]

I have to use a cane to walk any distance, but can stand without it. Mine is aluminum with a padded offset horizontal handle. The traditional hook-curved handle hurts hell out of my arthritic hands. I have used the cane to clobber a large dog that was attacking my little rat terrier. A couple of very hard whacks on his head, gripping the cane just below the handle, stopped the attack so that I wasn't forced to shoot the animal.

I can see how it might come in handy against a human aggressor if needed, but I always carry a gun.

 

[Absalom]

Makes a lot of sense. It would give you some non-lethal options in cases where drawing your gun might be overkill. And if nothing else, toss it at your assailant with your off-hand as you draw; he's almost guaranteed to miss even if he shoots first; the protective reflex is pretty much impossible to overcome if a large stick is suddenly flying at you.