[frank ballenger]

Heard that people get more obedient and afraid of a threatening thug who uses a knife than one who points a gun at them.

[Navy Patriot]

Heard that people get more obedient and afraid of a threatening thug who uses a knife than one who points a gun at them.

I believe there are statistics and studies that agree with that, probably varies with the individual and the circumstances.

I'm no expert.