This thread is ridiculous, and I apologize for that.
Whenever someone asks about weapons for self-defense, my typically trollish answer is to recommend that they carry a glaive or a poleaxe or some similar massive polearm of antiquity, on the grounds that no one is going to start a fight with the guy with the halberd.
Now, let's imagine for a moment a parallel universe wherein someone might actually take that advice seriously. What are the laws regarding openly carrying swords and polearms around with you as you go about your daily business?
Secondly, if I do achieve my dreams of inventing the world's first concealable telescoping pole-axe, what is the legal status of concealed polearms? Would I be required to get a concealed carry permit for my insane weapon? Would it be a different process than getting one for a firearm?
Whenever someone asks about weapons for self-defense, my typically trollish answer is to recommend that they carry a glaive or a poleaxe or some similar massive polearm of antiquity, on the grounds that no one is going to start a fight with the guy with the halberd.
Now, let's imagine for a moment a parallel universe wherein someone might actually take that advice seriously. What are the laws regarding openly carrying swords and polearms around with you as you go about your daily business?
Secondly, if I do achieve my dreams of inventing the world's first concealable telescoping pole-axe, what is the legal status of concealed polearms? Would I be required to get a concealed carry permit for my insane weapon? Would it be a different process than getting one for a firearm?