I once took a trip through Morocco with a buddy.
We encountered a lot of hostile natives, some of whom were in large groups. Many had large daggers at their waist.
I carried a pair of nunchuks as well as a couple of blades. I also had a Wrist Rocket with a bag of ball bearings.
The Moroccans had seen enough Bruce Lee movies to recognize the nunchuks which I carried openly.
They never had to learn that I did not know how to use the chuks; the intimidation was enough.
Great story!
Americans have a reputation of being skilled with weapons. Compared to some, perhaps they are. Certainly, a much higher percentage of Americans are familiar and competent with firearms than in most places in the world. It is a reputation that I have worked to foster.
Mr. GG2 just ordered and received two wrist rockets for us to put in our survival gear. We each had one as kids. They are still great little sidekicks and made in the USA. I always used marbles in mine.