Quote Originally Posted by Syme View Post
I'm doubtful as to how many people would really be able to effectively defend themselves even if they were allowed to carry knives; as I said in the other knife threads, self-defense with a knife is a pretty bad idea unless you are thoroughly trained. The right to carry a gun, not a knife, is really the key to effective self-defense. But, I feel for you. British weapons laws are the stupidest shit ever.
It's a bit late to comment on this serious, on-topic post, but yes I agree that self-defense with a knife requires actually learning at a minimum what is tantamount to basic martial arts skills in order to use them effectively for self-defense.

However, is it not also correct to say that using a gun for self-defense requires a good deal of training as well?