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Apologies in advance if this is answered already, I just couldn't find it.
As Indy V approaches I'm considering going in full gear (which would be a first for me) and wondered about the whip. Can it be carried in public, say, at the movie theater? It's hard to track down online but it seems as if it's legal to carry, in the US. Does anyone have experience with this? I was going to leave it home but if I could take it I'd like to....
Lol, I think you not carrying a firearm is a great "in" for carrying a bullwhip. Similar to the old trick of starting with a ridiculous request first to soften up the other party to agree to what you wanted all along!
Honestly, in their eyes, I think they probably reason that a movie nerd that goes all in is probably not the same type that would start a fight... and even if they do, ...with a bullwhip? Publicity for days!!! Win-Win for them!
Well, I called the theater. Twice, on 2 different days. Got 2 shoot from the hip responses. No bullwhip. A little bummed as I see others fully decked out but I'll enjoy my experience.
I did think it was quite funny to see all the Indy fans at the premiere in central London, all wearing bullwhips on their belt, which I would definitely class as an offensive weapon!
The bullwhip is a tool first and foremost. I don't know of anyone that uses it as a weapon aside from fictional characters like Zorro or Indiana Jones. Unless you're Anthony Delongis, it has very little value as an actual weapon to the normal joe who would easily be tackled and/or shot when using it. You need too much room to swing it and crack it. Being in a crowded space or surrounded by people basically neuters the ability of the thing.
I'm sure there's a "florida man" article out there where it's been used and I'm sure that person didn't end up well but other than that I don't see why anyone would care. As mentioned above, the odds of an Indy fan, dressing up in full gear going nuts and deciding to whip folks would be incredibly rare.
My guess is the No's that were given were 18 year old part time kids that just say no to make sure they save themselves a hassle. I know when I worked in customer service I didn't get paid enough to deal with the crazies..... not that we're crazy or anything....
backstagejack wrote: ↑Fri Jun 30, 2023 9:35 am
The bullwhip is a tool first and foremost.
I guess you could say a baseball bat is sports equipment too
They can hurt people and I wouldn't wear one on the street as the police may not look kindly on it, but if you're dressed as Indy I think they'd probably understand
backstagejack wrote: ↑Fri Jun 30, 2023 9:35 am
The bullwhip is a tool first and foremost. I don't know of anyone that uses it as a weapon aside from fictional characters like Zorro or Indiana Jones. Unless you're Anthony Delongis, it has very little value as an actual weapon to the normal joe who would easily be tackled and/or shot when using it. You need too much room to swing it and crack it. Being in a crowded space or surrounded by people basically neuters the ability of the thing.
I'm sure there's a "florida man" article out there where it's been used and I'm sure that person didn't end up well but other than that I don't see why anyone would care. As mentioned above, the odds of an Indy fan, dressing up in full gear going nuts and deciding to whip folks would be incredibly rare.
My guess is the No's that were given were 18 year old part time kids that just say no to make sure they save themselves a hassle. I know when I worked in customer service I didn't get paid enough to deal with the crazies..... not that we're crazy or anything....
I agree that it was probably some young person who is erring on the side of caution and who didn’t want to bother making sure
I don’t think people will care if you just show up with it in costume. I had 3 of my Indy friends show up with them and no one batted an eye. I’m disappointed that I decided to leave mine in the car.
My guess is the vast majority of movie theater staff wouldn't know the difference between a Disney souvenir whip and a David Morgan. I'd be more worried about getting movie snack schmutz on my gear. Have you ever put those seats under a flashlight?
Our local Alamo Drafthouse Cinema had no problem last year with my Classic Bullwhips 8 ft cowhide last year during the Father’s Day showing of LC. Nothing but compliments last night at Dial of Destiny.
Firearms/Holster... Context is everything on stuff like this but I'd air on the side of treating it the same way I would a real firearm (which is that its better concealed) when in public places.
When you are walking around dressed like Indy (or in full kilt and Scottish garb with bagpipes) my feeling is that 99% of people will just give you an odd look if they don't appreciate it and a compliment if they do.
