Neither would I, which is why I don't use it while I'm not in uniform. Which is a shame, because it's a great knife. Very handy.
Why do you think it is legal when you're in uniform? Is your MOS "box opener"?
Neither would I, which is why I don't use it while I'm not in uniform. Which is a shame, because it's a great knife. Very handy.
Why do you think it is legal when you're in uniform? Is your MOS "box opener"?
Yep but let's say you have one exactly 5.5 in long.This is incorrect. A fixed blade knife under 5.5 inches is legal to carry in SA. The city ordinance prohibits folding knives that lock with blades under 5.5.
Yep but let's say you have one exactly 5.5 in long.
When mission requirements dictate as such.
It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally or knowingly carry on or about his person a knife with a blade less than five and one-half (5½) inches in length, which knife is equipped with a lock mechanism so that upon opening, it becomes a fixed blade knife.
huh?IE travel exemption.
At first I thought, "Well it doesnt apply if it's over 5.5 inches".Locking folder with exactly 5.5 inch blade? Nice idea. Measure twice though
huh?
It has a traveling exemption man.
Sec. 21-17. - Certain knives prohibited generally; exceptions; penalty for violation.
(a) It shall be unlawful for any person to intentionally or knowingly carry on or about his person a knife with a blade less than five and one-half (5½) inches in length, which knife is equipped with a lock mechanism so that upon opening, it becomes a fixed blade knife.
(b) The above prohibition set forth in subsection (a) shall not be applicable to a person carrying such a knife:
(1) In the actual discharge of his duties as a peace officer, a member of the armed forces or national guard, or a guard employed by a penal institution;
(2) On his own premises or premises under his control;
(3) Traveling;
(4) Engaged in lawful hunting, fishing or other lawful sporting activity; or
(5) Using such a knife in connection with a lawful occupation, during such utilization.
(Code 1959, § 26-28.1)Cross reference— Regulation of firearms and weapons, § 21-151 et seq.; possession of a knife, § 21-155.