attn. all boogy men... stay away!!!

[wiley sharp]

if any booger man comes into my room @ night, he's got a BIG suprise! I sleep w/ my merlin and my gerber ax... any one else have my issues? if so, tell me about your slumber pointy. (this doesn't include wives, boyfriends, or any other scary thing that may sleep w/ you.) by the way,

[Lsaulog]

Lol, wiley sharp! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Wow, a Merlin AND an ax? Definitely a scary thought!

As far as knives at my bedside, I keep my SS Police, FRN Native, and FRN Endura on my nightstand. All serrated, of course. These are my usual everyday carries (EDCs). I simply empty out my pockets and put just about everything on my nightstand.

As far as anything else, there's my trusty H&amp;K Compact .40 sitting next to my SureFire 9Z flashlight, my Glock 17 in my nightstand, and, in case of bear, my Winchester Defender 1300 shotgun with 3&quot; magnum slugs, underneath the matress.

And, if all else fails, I've got my wife next to me, who can scare ANYTHING or ANYONE into a near death experience! <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

"Hope for the best. Be prepared for the worst. You'll never be disappointed."

[zatoichi]

I pity the fool that breaks into your homes.....

[wiley sharp]

yes indeed, for any thing smaller than an elphant, i have my remmington 870 composite (2and three quarters and three inch w/ an extra six inches on the barrel) and my brand new MODEL 710 30-06 (bushnell optics, so if I wanted, I could lie in wait for the*****my self, o, say, four hundred yards away.....

[zatoichi]

Have you been on safari? What? No mini-guns?!?

[wiley sharp]

mini guns???? those will come, all in time...
Ive got all that a fifteen year old needs to have his own war, you know... mabey if they break in and see me in my boxers itll scare them off before I can get a clear shot...

[Dav]

I just keep my bedrom door locked. They can take what they want as long as they don't try to steal the car or the spydies. ;-)

Dav

[wiley sharp]

but doors are only twmporary, and if i let them take all my stuff, what could I pawn off for spydies, besides, they dont go far with a 12 gauge in there mouths, i just wish they wouldn't wet them selves so much, thats a mother to clean up.....

[RYAN]

Let's see.....

On my nightstand:
2 Carbon Fiber Civilians, R and L hand (Serrated)
SS Police model (Serrated)
Tim Zowada (PE)
Shabaria (Partial Serrations)
Cricket (Also Serrated)
Meercat (PE), gotta love that phantom lock!

Trespassers beware, you WILL be cut. <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

[Jazzman]

On my nightstand:
-Emerson Commander
-Microtech LCC
-Photon light -soon to be a SureFire G2 with 120 lamp set up

On side of bed:
-A cheap knock off sword that is pretty dull but would hurt like hell if I hit you with it
-ASP

[Kahz]

My knife drawer is in the living room next to my computer table, but my Mouse does sleep on my night table every night, along with my old alarm clock and about 15 piled-up books that constantly change (I love to read, I am a book-worm). I guess I can seriously hurt someone by throwing books at them... LOL!

Then again, my living room is about five steps away from my bedroom, so... <img src="tongue.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Kahz

[Mattress]

My rescue, next to the bed and a pair of ice axes on top of the wardrobe....those would make a serious mess of anyone.

[zatoichi]

I didn't say before, but I keep a 5' japanese bo made of japanese white oak next to my right side, so within a second, I can have it smashing someone if they disturb this sleeping wolf....I also believe that one should have the weapon they're most confident &amp; proficient with at their side. Unfortunately, I'm haven't been trained with how to use a knife....but that'll hopefully change soon....

[double axe]

Hi guys,
when i sleep i am pretty dangerous:
-Aitor bowie junior
-Benchmade AFCK (newly acquired)
-Military(new too!)
-and the best:celtic sword
Come on if you want to die!!

[patogordo]

on the night stand a beretta 92f high capacity clips and a matriarch the rest of the sydes are in the box

[Kahz]

Patogordo,

I always knew those &quot;Regios&quot; were much more dangerous than us &quot;Chihuahue&#241;os&quot;, <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Saludos a la Sultana del Norte...

Kahz

[aero_student]

My room is somewhat small so all my knives and martial arts weapons are readily available. Here we go:Military on night stand, pair of rattan escrimas next to bed, chinese broad sword on wall 4 staves lying around, a 3 sectional staff, a pair of kamas,and 4 throwing knives. I pity whoever breaks into my house, I could keep em busy while my dad grabbed the guns. I would hate to be on the receiving end of the police riot shot gun we have. You hold her tight, hold down the trigger and pump away.

[wiley sharp]

sry kahz, no hablo espanol.... see, i cant even spell it right.... i guess i only know enough spanish to order at a taco bell... even then they seem not to understand.... i always have to do the old gun in coat pocket rutine....with my fingers.... however, do translate for me....cay binita!!!!

[Kahz]

Wiley,

[Cultural Capsule for the day]

I only sent my regards to the city of Monterrey (Sultana del Norte = Sultan of the North, that's a nickname for the city, it's a very wealthy city in Mexico), where Patogordo is located. Regios are the people from Monterrey, Chihuahue&#241;os are the people from Chihuahua (where I am from). Northerners in Mexico are stereotyped as tough people.

If I post anything in Spanish, it's like posting an inside joke from a movie, like so many others do so here, don't be offended. I would never post anything bad for anyone. <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Kahz

[Kahz]

Wiley,

And do translate for me: That gun in pocket deal, I do not understand that. Cay Binita? What do you mean to say?

For the better understanding of different cultures,

Kahz

[br44]

Remington 870 and some ky.

[Lsaulog]

BR44, ROFLMAO!! <img src="tongue.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

A Remington 870 I could understand but, ky??

And here I THOUGHT we were all talking about self defense weapons! <img src="wink.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

I guess we're ALL a little too dangerous for our own good! I'm glad I'll never be dropping by YOUR house, BR44! <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

"Hope for the best. Be prepared for the worst. You'll never be disappointed."

[patogordo]

Khaz they are not dangerous at all it took me like a year to find the beretta, and its really hard to find ammo 9mm its ilegal, and im being from guatemala makes it worst so the beretta stays in the house

[golem]

For me, I always have a Chinese 56 SKS bayonet (manually sharpened and serrated)ready under my matress and a police under my pillow. This 3-groove bayonet penetrates extremely well and can cause serious bleeding. And, believe me, the wound made by its parkerized blade are really hard to heal

[Kahz]

Patogordo,

I was kidding. <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle> So, I had no idea it was illegal there, then again, I know nothing about Berettas, so... <img src="tongue.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

You are Guatemalan? Oh, nice! I have met only a few Guatemaltecos in my life. Well, unfortunately, I understand what you mean. Stay safe.

Kahz

Edited by - Kahz on 12/1/2001 3:28:42 PM

[kraziekurtis]

just a bit of info...you all do know that in the US if someone breaks into your house with the intent to steal and shows no intent of physical harm towards you it is illegal for you to shoot or stab that person...you could provoke them into a fight and then it would be legal for you to whip out a knife in defense but only if the burglar has the intent of physical harm to you can you attack them....at least that's how it is where I live


so if someone jumps in your house..provoke them to fight with verbal violence first..then when they attack...let the Spydies bite...

and obviously if they have a gun or a knife that means you don't need to &quot;verbalize&quot; them first because if they don't have the intent to harm you physically they wouldn't have brought the weapon....so no questions like &quot;what if they point a gun at you?&quot;


<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>



Edited by - kraziekurtis on 12/1/2001 8:30:01 PM

[zatoichi]

Good point Kraziekurtis,

the lesson here is -self-defense. Don't use your weapons unless your completely sure you're in danger. Or else, you could be the one to be held accountable. I guess it's not difficult to preceive if YOU ARE in danger, if someone breaks in to your house......why would they break into your home in the first place? to rob your home or assault you? That's what I would assume &amp; I think that's a realistic assumption. Anyone care to comment....

[zatoichi]

I forgot to point out that IF the intruder is intent on stealing, then no, it is not ok to shoot him/ stab him/ attack him. I would think to hold him at bay because YOU are the one with weapon. If he has one also, then ok, you have the right to engage him in combat for the sole purpose of defending yourself. afterall, an intrusion in our homes is an intrusion in our lives &amp; we should have the right to defend our property like we would do ourselves.

[Spin]

Since I have all my knives stored in my night stand drawer next to the bed, I have EVERYTHING if anyone tries breaking into my flat through the windows...if they want to risk a 22-story fall...

But my wife has stopped me placing any of my goodies on top of the night stands long ago to stop me stabbing her during my sleep-walkings...not very sure whether I could open drawers while asleep though...

Does that count as murder if you kill your wife while sleep-walking???

[kraziekurtis]

I remember reading about a court case where the husband used that as his defense but I can't remember if it worked for him....

[hy]

Provoking intruders verbally would be construed as provocation on your part...which means that you would be at fault as well if the intruder attacks you. Instead, try to use non lethal alternatives such as sticks or blunt weapons whenever possible.

Always remember that in law, preservation of life is paramount, especially when compared to the preservation of property (except in South Australia apparently....a homeowner who beheaded 2 robbers and injured 2 others with a samurai sword was not charged).

So if it is absolutely clear that someone has broken into your house just to steal, stabbing or shooting him or her to death could amount to murder or manslaughter. There have also been cases when thieves and robbers who have injured themselves while robbing houses have successfully sued the homeowners for obscene sums of money.

So please DO NOT be too trigger or stab happy....you could end up in jail or bankrupt yourself. In addition, never chase a robber past the boundary of your property as any attacks upon him in such a situation would be construed as assault.

Having said that, people in areas where such laws are strictly enforced should petition their local MP or congressman to change those laws. In today's lawsuit happy society, its sad that people aren't allowed to lawfully defend invasions of property.

Knives and guns give the owner a great deal of power, and like spiderman used to say 'with great power comes great responsibility'....<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Also, for those of you who leave knives in your living rooms or lying around, please remember that intruders can easily use them against you.....<img src="tongue.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

&quot;A lawyer with his briefcase can steal more than a hundred men with guns&quot; - Don Vito Corleone









Edited by - hy on 12/2/2001 10:48:17 AM

[panguero]

XX

Edited by - sharp1 on 2/19/2002 11:40:01 PM

[hy]

Sharp1....i actually edited my post to include verbal assaults. Just one more thing.... If possible, try to install a security sytem or alarm. If you can't afford one, put a fake one up (especially one with a flashing lights) or buy a guard dog.....studies have found that these 2 measures drastically reduce the chance of break ins.....which means that you won't even have to worry about using force at all. Sorry for the long windedness....currently doing a masters paper on criminal justice and came across these interesting tidbits.....wouldn't like to see any fellow forumites going to jail....<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle>

Edited by - hy on 12/2/2001 10:14:41 AM

[Aversin]

My bedside desk holds an Ontario Bagwell Hell's Belle bowie and a CS recon tanto, with a maglite and a PR-24 on the floor-- I stick with bedside items that don't have to be unfolded and are easy to hold onto. Oh, and a CS warhammer at the foot of the bed, in case of attack by armored cavalry...

[wiley sharp]

cay binita? well kahz, its texy-mex for what beauty...no offense taken, so no need to explain yourself.

[wiley sharp]

krazy, whats wrong? whats with the law speaches? don't you know that we are only play'n around here, and I hate to say this, but are you a sheeple or sompthin? man, you are too serious... lay off the law speeches!!

[Knife Knut]

&quot;just a bit of info...you all do know that in the US if someone breaks into your house with the intent to steal and shows no intent of physical harm towards you it is illegal for you to shoot or stab that person&quot;

Not here in South Carolina, where &quot;Your house is your castle&quot;

RKBA

Knife Knut on a shoestring budget.

[voxnaes]

I keep a wife at my right side. Wake her up before morning, and you won&#180;t know what hit you! When she&#180;s away from home I have one of my own (handmade)bowies 15&quot; razor sharp and a 3 D cell Mag lite.
Vox.

[fredswartz]

Be careful of what you keep on the night stand. Remember Lorena Bobbit?

[CalypsoKid]

You need a fence and a dog. And good locks. If you have these items you are not likely to have someone break into your house. If someone is in your house, tell them to leave and they probably will. If you stab or shoot them, you will spend alot of time at the police station and maybe court. Not worth it. Plus, you are very likely to shoot or stab someone you know and love. Then you may go to jail. And ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

JMO,

~C

99 percent of lawyers give the rest a bad name.

Edited by - CalypsoKid on 11/7/2002 8:02:05 AM

[Jenner 515]

On the dresser, a Native, Harpy, Police model, and Endura all in SS and all SE...these are my EDCs.

Oh, and a Sig Sauer P220 in .45 under the bed just for silly sentimental reasons...remember just because you're paranoid doesn't mean they aren't out to get you.

[sc_rebel1957]

Ahhhhhhhh, Knife knut gods country, gotta love it.
If a person is stupid enough to get past my but Rotty Sam, and kick in the red oak door with the dead bolt,i'm assuming he's going to do bodily harm to me and mine.
We do things a lil different down here as K. K. pointed out, i sleep with a small neck knife made by CRKT it's not big nor heavy BUT! it's always there 24/7 365, the Bowen 50 special is always in my night stand housing 5 375 grain hard cast lead hotties and a bad temper.
My family has always had several LEO'S and iv'e been advised to just make sure he/she is INSIDE the doorway when he meets Mr Bowen, iv'e never had to shoot anyone but i do have a CCP and would protect my family till my last shot.
As far as what knife is on the dresser that depends on which <img src="spyder.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0> i was playing with last when i headed to bed, but usually the 50/50 FRN Endura somehow always makes it there.
I should point out that when the grand kids stay over i unload the guns and put em away safe, i'm far more afraid of 1 of them getting hurt than i am of me loosing property. Ron

[tbarahon]

I have a 15&#180;Himalayan Imports kukhri behind the bed, a Surefire 6p on the night stand and and whichever spyderco is the carry of the day.

[glockman99]

Within a short reach of my bed is my Glock 10mm model 20, loaded with 16 rounds of 155 grain Federal JHP. I also have my SOG Tigershark nearby, just in-case I run out of bullets.<img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>.

Dann Fassnacht Aberdeen, WA glockman99@hotmail.com ICQ: 53675663

[midget]

wow..

you guys must have it harsh. everyone packs so much heat in bed.

i'll admit, I have an ax on my bookshelf beside my bed. but it's only because my dorm room is so small, everything is near my bed!

I'm not worried about being attacked in bed. because my bed is seven feet in the air. they would really have to reach up to get me.

[dialex]

My spidies hang above my bed in a small bear shaped backpack. Except the Delica which is IWB of my pyjamas <img src="smile.gif" width=15 height=15 align=middle border=0>

[Knife Knut]

I am too paranoid to tell you guys my home defenses.

BTW take a look at the dates preceding my previous post.


Knife Knut on a shoestring budget.