[Jeff Chandler]

I have just always looked at whatever is around as a potential weapon.

You are practicing zanshin.

[TigersEye]

Thanks for putting a name to it. Is that Japanese for 'my last nerve snapped?' lol

I did it automatically those two times when I was a kid. Since then I have consciously considered my surroundings in that light and taken note of the anecdotes others have told about weapons of convenience and how to use them. Tools dedicated to the task are great but it's good to consider alternatives.

[CIBvet]

Check out this cool little tool ... SureFire E2D LED Defender, Dual Output

First LED setting is for 15 lumens, normal use ... then hit the switch for 200 lumens !!! to blind an aggressive individual, and if the situation continues to escalate, a solid rap to the forehead with the serrated/crenellated Strike Bezel will send enough blood pouring into the perps eyes to neutralize most events.