edged weapons are more effective displays to prevent trouble, I stand out in my front yard every halloween with the biggest sword in my collection, all the "kids" see me... I haven't had one lick of trouble, and I've accidentally left my garage open over night once or twice.... and the cops can't say anything about it... not like a gun in public, you can get in trouble for inducing panic...sword just sez " fuck with me, and loose your head." slow painful death... my favorite...