A question about umbrellas

[Jimbuna]

Originally Posted by Rhodes

Thanks Jim, even if I prefer bigger ones, the small ones are more versatile...umbrellas that is!

Oh Matron!!

[Aktungbby]

I think this thread is headed toward umbrella control:
Benefits:

• Excellent long range, can strike weapons or weapons bearing arms, hands etc.
• Can swing out wide extending with one arm or can be held close with two hands and thrusted
• Can use to keep attacker away, enabling time to call for help
• Can keep multiple attackers at bay, at least for some time
• Can be used in stabbing/thrusting motion to strike with the tip
• Can be used as impact weapon
• Common benign item
• Can be taken even on aircraft
• Used for offence and defence/blocking
• Can be carried in public places
• VERY strong
• There are lots of systems that teach stick fighting of similar lengths to the umbrella so you can gain proficiency
• Can keep rain off you and a friend

Disadvantages:

• Can be odd on bright sunny days
• Some can feel awkward carrying around an umbrella
• Can be cumbersome to carry around at first
• Can be seen as 'uncool' http://www.amazon.com/Standard-Unbreakable-Umbrella-Walking-Self-Defense/dp/B00C2TI14E I know Steed will be looking into one of these in honor of his namesake!

[STEED]

Make way for the umbrella expert, right now I can offer a good range of umbrellas at good prices.

Sword umbrella

Camera umbrella

Knock out gas umbrella

Sturdy grip umbrella to knock weapons out of bad guys hands

Who needs guns knifes tanks atom bombs? You're classic 1960's Spy hero needs not these just a good solid umbrella.

Interested in the above? We also have multi function umbrellas all four in one super secret agent umbrella that comes in super Black or Gloss Black or Matt Black or just plain old Black.

Still interested?

STEED'S Secret Agent Umbrellas
Mothers secret agent training camp
Some where in England
UK

And I will send you a full catalog with pictures and prices and with your first order you will receive the secret agent invisible ink pen free.

[Rhodes]

Sword umbrella please! And Mrs. Peel phone number!

[vienna]

When weaponized umbrellas are outlawed, only outlaws will have umbrellas...


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[STEED]

Originally Posted by Rhodes

Sword umbrella please! And Mrs. Peel phone number!

Sword umbrella on the way soon, as for Mrs Peel phone number you will have to get behind Sailor Steve.

BTW: you're in for a very long wait, Steve been on the phone to her for the last 30 years!

[Rhodes]

Didn't you know? I'm a Time Lord and have a TARDIS. I just go back 30 years +/- and....

[STEED]

Originally Posted by Rhodes

Didn't you know? I'm a Time Lord and have a TARDIS. I just go back 30 years +/- and....

[Sailor Steve]

Originally Posted by STEED

BTW: you're in for a very long wait, Steve been on the phone to her for the last 30 years!

That's a dirty lie. I haven't been on the phone with her, I've been trying to call her. Never got through once. Well, once, but that was enough. She told me if I called her again I was in real trouble.

I keep hoping she'll pop in and tie me up. Maybe more. What I'll probably get is some guy putting me in traction for the next decade. But hope springs eternal...

[STEED]

Originally Posted by Sailor Steve

I keep hoping she'll pop in and tie me up. Maybe more.

Too early in the morning Steve.

[Buddahaid]

Originally Posted by Sailor Steve

I keep hoping she'll pop in and tie me up. Maybe more.

Like snoop around and notice all the dust by running one ever so cute finger along your bookshelf, wrinkle her little nose, then eat all your crisps.......

[Platapus]

Have you researched umbrella repair shops? There are a few here in the US.
If it is truly a great quality umbrella that has some history, it might be worth having it professionally repaired.