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That was not an attitude to pointed objects - that was a police officer who was being taunted by a complete bottom and took the bait. When the op FINALLY gave the full story he confirmed he was sitting in his car "letting it warm up" before driving home. An officer spoke to him. He replied -...

That's very interesting - do you have a link ?

This is pretty much what I said !! Yes, if you brandish your multitool as a threat you have just shown intent and therefore the otherwise legal tool now becomes an intended offensive weapon. But, as long as you DONT brandish it / have intent, DONT adapt it, then nothing on the tool is MADE as...

Offensive weapons - 3 types - 1 - Made - An article made for attack such as a truncheon - no other use. 2 - Adapted - A snooker cue shortened to truncheon length or a copper pipe filled with lead shot. 3 - Intended - An otherwise "ordinary" article carried with the intent to use it as a...

That's why there is case law. Then the court clarifies what is and is not included. I guess if you follow the legislation to its conclusion without case law, a pencil sharpener has a "blade" but if that was ever brought before a court, case law would be created which ruled out prosecution. The...

You are quoting the legislation. I was referring to the case law that followed.

Fair comment. You make a good point. However, all the case law refers to KNIFE blades rather than hacksaw ( the remgrit on the 600 is a hacksaw ). Regardless, once you demonstrate you have gone to the trouble of buying a specifically bladeless item, I feel you would have more chance at court ...

Hello all My search for a UK legal multitool for every day carry brought me here among other places. I have to commend you on being a wonderful source of research and info !! As you may be aware, UK legislation requires anyone carrying a locking blade to have a reason or excuse. So...