Why don't people use swords anymore?!

Why don't people use these awesome tools anymore?

I know, I know - we have guns! But think about it, people still use less useful items for self-defense at home like baseball bats and hockey sticks. So I wonder, why not use swords at home for self-defense? Imagine surprising a burglar at night with a sword - he'd bleed! :lol:

Let your neighbours sleep - buy one now!

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lol, what a pointless scene:lol:

I don't think you'd need some kind of training if you were to attack a swordless burglar! You just swing it like a baseball bat.vlin1108

if youre not trained to use a sword, youre very likely to hurt yourself trying to use it.

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i wish i could use it like they do in animes then a gun wouldn't be much of a matchtony2077ca

But then killer whales, tanks and skyscrapers wouldn't be much of a match either.

[QUOTE="tony2077ca"]i wish i could use it like they do in animes then a gun wouldn't be much of a matchvlin1108

But then killer whales, tanks and skyscrapers wouldn't be much of a match either.

true but atleast i know i could defend myself

Its not a matter because it looks "awesome", its a matter of effectiveness. We don't go to battle to look cool, we certainly don't use weapons in war to look cool, we use weapons based on their effectiveness.Kamekazi_69

But we also like to look cool when using weapons. And I was only reccomending a sword for self-defense at home!

[QUOTE="Kamekazi_69"]Its not a matter because it looks "awesome", its a matter of effectiveness. We don't go to battle to look cool, we certainly don't use weapons in war to look cool, we use weapons based on their effectiveness.vlin1108

But we also like to look cool when using weapons. And I was only reccomending a sword for self-defense at home!

Guns have taken over this time period. Although, swords are awesome! :o_LiquidFlame_

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lol, what a pointless scene:lol:

Well, they were originally gonna have a big sword fight scene, but the director scraped the idea and just had him get shot instead!

Someone mentioned you need training to use a sword, heres a beginners guide:

1, hold it by the handle PROTIP the handle is located opposite the pointy end and should not feel sharp.

2, poke (rapier) or hit (most other sword types) the person you wish to injure with the other end

3, ????

4, profit.

Bcoz it's alot harder and heavier to draw + you can't throw ur sword at someone 15 ft/+ away from you. and, guns are faster.1mpaler-w6rbnd

It'd be pretty scary to see someone charging with a sword at you in small spaces though.

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HAHA, that was hillarious thanks for posting that.

Also here is the gif version of that video.

Also here is the gif version of that video.

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This is sooo like counter strike:P

People still use knives which can be thought of as a type of sword.entropyecho

Because unless you know how to USE a sword they aren't effective. Second swinging a sword around doesn't make any sense in close quarters. Third, I think I'll stick with my .45 on my nightstand thank you very much. Pirate700

Have fun with your noisy .45 while I'll be scaring criminals with my awesome sword. I'll even use a shield for extra awesomeness and to protect me from bullets.

[QUOTE="Pirate700"]Because unless you know how to USE a sword they aren't effective. Second swinging a sword around doesn't make any sense in close quarters. Third, I think I'll stick with my .45 on my nightstand thank you very much. vlin1108

Have fun with your noisy .45 while I'll be scaring criminals with my awesome sword. I'll even use a shield for extra awesomeness and to protect me from bullets.

Why don't people use these awesome tools anymore?

I know, I know - we have guns! But think about it, people still use less useful items for self-defense at home like baseball bats and hockey sticks. So I wonder, why not use swords at home for self-defense? Imagine surprising a burglar at night with a sword - he'd bleed! :lol:

Let your neighbours sleep - buy one now!

vlin1108

If I caught a burglar in my house I coudn't attack him with a sword because they are to violent. I would rather smash his head into the floor with a bat.8)

Shuriken for long distance attacks!

they are more expensive and rarer and less verstile than guns. also you need some kind of training to use one, but with a gun you just point and squeeze.Xeros606

i'm a little scared right now. one would think that to properly operate any weapon, training would be a good idea. aren't you required to go through firearms training before getting a gun?

swords are awesome, and should make a comeback. duels in the streets!

I think this image can sum it up...

[QUOTE="Xeros606"]they are more expensive and rarer and less verstile than guns. also you need some kind of training to use one, but with a gun you just point and squeeze.-starman-

i'm a little scared right now. one would think that to properly operate any weapon, training would be a good idea. aren't you required to go through firearms training before getting a gun?

swords are awesome, and should make a comeback. duels in the streets!

You want to instill fear in someone then point a crossbow at them.

There is something terrifying about a crossbow. sure, guns may be quicker but a crossbow looks like it could accidentally go off at any second.

Hmmm, lets see.

You can use a sword, which has short length and average power. And really depends on the user's ability.

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You can use a Barret 50 cal. , or maybe you can use a M16A2, or Ak-47.

I hate that indiana jones scene with the gun, so i found a reason why swords/blades can be better than guns by cutting bullets in half but i guess requires great luck and techniques but it would look cool.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pNiX_l-HEGM&feature=related

Guns have a longer range, Although those swords look pretty cool.

Hmmm, lets see.

You can use a sword, which has short length and average power. And really depends on the user's ability.

OOORRRRR

You can use a Barret 50 cal. , or maybe you can use a M16A2, or Ak-47.

JohnnySN1P3R

Those guns aren't legal in this country.

[QUOTE="Xeros606"]they are more expensive and rarer and less verstile than guns. also you need some kind of training to use one, but with a gun you just point and squeeze.-starman-

i'm a little scared right now. one would think that to properly operate any weapon, training would be a good idea. aren't you required to go through firearms training before getting a gun?

no, but nowadays they have to do a background check on you before you get a gun.