WIFF
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are they illegal everywhere and if so why ?
Brass Knuckles
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james_bond
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I think they are outlawed everywhere.
Why? because they work really good at what they were designed to do. That and someone stupid did something stupid with them so, for the greater safety you and I canot carry them.
Why? because they work really good at what they were designed to do. That and someone stupid did something stupid with them so, for the greater safety you and I canot carry them.
Possession of brass knuckles is a class A misdemeanor in Texas.
http://tlo2.tlc.state.tx.us/statutes/docs/PE/content/htm/pe.010.00.000046.00.htm#46.05.00
http://tlo2.tlc.state.tx.us/statutes/docs/PE/content/htm/pe.010.00.000046.00.htm#46.05.00
RedLion
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What kind of trouble could you get in for having them?
CSA 357
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I Think You Can Own Them, Just Dont Hit Anyone With Them!:d
I'd guess, probably a concealed weapon charge at the least (afaik, concealed weapon permits specify what can be legally carried concealed, for the most part).
I haven't checked for a while and my memory isn't perfect, but I believe the SD carry statutes do not specifically cover brass knuckles. I may be mistaken; I do believe that brass knuckles are (incl. switchblades) considered "unlawful weapons" however.
I haven't checked for a while and my memory isn't perfect, but I believe the SD carry statutes do not specifically cover brass knuckles. I may be mistaken; I do believe that brass knuckles are (incl. switchblades) considered "unlawful weapons" however.
Funderb
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you can buy them at any gun show.
you cannot carry them around or use them,
but you can own them.
Use is assault with a weapon.
you cannot carry them around or use them,
but you can own them.
Use is assault with a weapon.
omcjf
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Even if you can't carry them everywhere you have to admit that they are fun to play with in the privacy of your own home. 
Cosmoline
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Check your state laws. I believe they are legal in some states. It would be pretty absurd to prohibit me from carrying brass knuckles when I can carry a small arsenal of firearms.
omcjf
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El Tejon
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WIFF, I have to ask, what makes you think that they are illegal where you are?
Are you listening to cops again? The bloated blowhards at the gun shoppe? The Errornet?
Why do you think they are illegal everywhere? Cousin? Someone in Tejas told you? Why?
Are you listening to cops again? The bloated blowhards at the gun shoppe? The Errornet?
Why do you think they are illegal everywhere? Cousin? Someone in Tejas told you? Why?
JHansenAK47
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Ask yourself this, why are they sold as paperweights and belt buckles? Their legal status is fairly sketchy. Most cops would probably assume they are illegal and at the very least probably try to confiscate them. (cops probably don't even know if it is a statute or not) The other problem with brass knuckles is they don't necessarily fit your hand. Some Knuckles (they come in plastic, aluminum, steel and are very rarely brass. Lots of gold anodized and gold paint) drive your fingers apart when you hit something. They usually hurt your pinky.(If you leave your pinky outside the guard for striking it usually solves that problem) I must've gone through 5 different brands before I found one that fit my hand perfectly and all they do is collect dust. Sure they are fun, but they are just a novelty.
WIFF
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EL TEJON,
i bought my knuckledusters at a gunshow in indiana, i had to ask for them,(they were kept out of view) the lady who sold them to me told me to put them into my pocket straight away because there were a couple of policemen at the next booth, so i just assumed they were somewhat illegal , she also gave me the impression that they were frowned upon.
wiff.
i bought my knuckledusters at a gunshow in indiana, i had to ask for them,(they were kept out of view) the lady who sold them to me told me to put them into my pocket straight away because there were a couple of policemen at the next booth, so i just assumed they were somewhat illegal , she also gave me the impression that they were frowned upon.
wiff.
Patrick_Henry
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I've heard cops say things were illegal or questionable that state law actually permits so they can be a bit confusing...but you do want them on your side so it is best not to push things to far...
That said if you are looking for an impact weapon MAGLITE flashlights work quite well as a pocket stick and do a good job as force multiplier and are fully legal even on airplanes... plus you can use them for a light... if you want to go really heavy you could buy a surefire...
Not to say I'm not fascinated by the idea of brass knucks, I just don't find them particularly practical in my case...
That said if you are looking for an impact weapon MAGLITE flashlights work quite well as a pocket stick and do a good job as force multiplier and are fully legal even on airplanes... plus you can use them for a light... if you want to go really heavy you could buy a surefire...
Not to say I'm not fascinated by the idea of brass knucks, I just don't find them particularly practical in my case...
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tomh1426
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Ive seen brass knuckles for sale as belt buckles or paper weighs, they sellem at the flea market.
I think this looks better http://www.centurymartialarts.com/D...itemguid=eae8142d-f2e6-4a24-bf45-201e1c654f2e
Someone makes a brass knuckle style tazer but Its pretty big
When I was 17 I got pulled over and found out wooden nunchucks were illegal yep a stick chained or tied to another stick is illegal in AZ
I think this looks better http://www.centurymartialarts.com/D...itemguid=eae8142d-f2e6-4a24-bf45-201e1c654f2e
Someone makes a brass knuckle style tazer but Its pretty big
When I was 17 I got pulled over and found out wooden nunchucks were illegal
yep a stick chained or tied to another stick is illegal in AZChristopherG
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Flat out illegal to possess or even dispose of 'em in WA. Same law that covers balisongs, saps & switchblades:
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=9.41.250
http://apps.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=9.41.250
El Tejon
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WIFF is not in the land of old people in golf carts or the land of hairy women in sandals. He's in Indiana where there is no law against them.
WIFF, many dealers at gun shows come from the South in which many states prohibit them. If something is illegal in your state, then the perception is that it is illegal everywhere.
Do not take legal advice from gun dealers or cops. BTW, what is the distinction between "somewhat illegal" and "illegal"?
To answer your questions: No, they are not illegal everywhere, including where you live. Some states prohibit them to control the white underclass who (it was perceived) is given to liquor, immorality and brawling.
WIFF, many dealers at gun shows come from the South in which many states prohibit them. If something is illegal in your state, then the perception is that it is illegal everywhere.
Do not take legal advice from gun dealers or cops. BTW, what is the distinction between "somewhat illegal" and "illegal"?
To answer your questions: No, they are not illegal everywhere, including where you live. Some states prohibit them to control the white underclass who (it was perceived) is given to liquor, immorality and brawling.
Funny thing is gauntlets are not banned anywhere that I know of, and they are not only more potent but also a little quicker access if made correctly.
BTW. To add a little humor to it, here is a funny movie scene depicting a gauntlet used as a weapon. They are much more potent in real life then portrayed here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-01kzxLKLo
BTW. To add a little humor to it, here is a funny movie scene depicting a gauntlet used as a weapon. They are much more potent in real life then portrayed here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-01kzxLKLo
ChristopherG
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Ouch!! You cut to the quick! But you know, one develops an appreciation for these mossy creatures after living amongst them for a time... ;-)
Thanks to contributors for the interesting insights into the socio-economic backgrounds of 'dangerous weapons' laws like that of my hirsute homeland!
wheelgunslinger
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El T is right. Here in the land of sharecroppers and po' folks, laws prohibiting knucks go a ways back in the books.
Bikers got around the prohibition by replacing the kick start pedals on their bikes with a brass knuck drilled an mounted to resemble a bicycle pedal with a cotter pin holding it in place. Pull the pin, and you got your knucks.
Though, I do not recommend hitting someone with them in North Carolina despite any clever carriage you may have worked out or copied.
Bikers got around the prohibition by replacing the kick start pedals on their bikes with a brass knuck drilled an mounted to resemble a bicycle pedal with a cotter pin holding it in place. Pull the pin, and you got your knucks.
Though, I do not recommend hitting someone with them in North Carolina despite any clever carriage you may have worked out or copied.
El Tejon
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Chris, just funnin'.
El Tejon have fun on the Errornet? Go figure.
El Tejon have fun on the Errornet? Go figure.
Sergeant Sabre
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In Michigan, they are classified as an "illegal weapon". It is a felony to possess them.
sm
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It is the intent of the user of any tool, not the tool itself - keep that in mind if you will.
Two dudes, one with brass knuckles and the other with a baseball bat, with nails driven into it, went to do evil upon a lady.
Some horse pucky about this thug in a K mart suit being a nice boy and these "weapons" were a research project in regard to history.
Lady stopped that threat with a Marlin 60, sure did, and that is why boy number 2 was wearing a K mart suit 6 feet under.
When those brass knuckles hit the wood desk as evidence, one could feel the jury, everyone too, still the jury.
That baseball bat with nails...
Some things do not look good in a courtroom.
Marlin 60 was like the gun folks had, grew up shooting and had fond memories of.
It was received very well and "the lady was in fear of her life and only did what a prudent person would do in such a situation"
Problem 2 ...Is not just a certain "Badger-Tilecrawler " member around here mumblings and grumblings, it is real.
Two dudes, one with brass knuckles and the other with a baseball bat, with nails driven into it, went to do evil upon a lady.
Some horse pucky about this thug in a K mart suit being a nice boy and these "weapons" were a research project in regard to history.
Lady stopped that threat with a Marlin 60, sure did, and that is why boy number 2 was wearing a K mart suit 6 feet under.
When those brass knuckles hit the wood desk as evidence, one could feel the jury, everyone too, still the jury.
That baseball bat with nails...
Some things do not look good in a courtroom.
Marlin 60 was like the gun folks had, grew up shooting and had fond memories of.
It was received very well and "the lady was in fear of her life and only did what a prudent person would do in such a situation"
Problem 2 ...Is not just a certain "Badger-Tilecrawler " member around here mumblings and grumblings, it is real.
highorder
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well crap. I scrolled all the way down to post this, but I got beat to the "punch"?
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