Wanting To Know If A Certain Tool Would Be Allowed In A Truck.

Hey all, I'm going to start truck school soon and was wondering if I could take my tool or not. I have a Gerber Ding Dong which is a sledge hammer with a built in pry bar on the end of the handle. I didn't know if it would be considered a tool or a weapon.

Thanks.

I keep a 4 lb baby sledge and a set of small pry bars on my truck, and nobody's ever given me any grief over them. Nor have they hassled me about the folding razor knife I've carried in my pocket for the last 10 years, and use frequently where God and anybody could see it. You should be fine.

Thanks for your reply, I have a large pocket knife that I'll have to leave at home because it's legal in oregon but would be illegal in other states, I just wasn't sure about the gerber.

I keep a 4 lb baby sledge and a set of small pry bars on my truck, and nobody's ever given me any grief over them. Nor have they hassled me about the folding razor knife I've carried in my pocket for the last 10 years, and use frequently where God and anybody could see it. You should be fine.

Thanks for your reply, I have a large pocket knife that I'll have to leave at home because it's legal in oregon but would be illegal in other states, I just wasn't sure about the gerber.

I keep a 4 lb baby sledge and a set of small pry bars on my truck, and nobody's ever given me any grief over them. Nor have they hassled me about the folding razor knife I've carried in my pocket for the last 10 years, and use frequently where God and anybody could see it. You should be fine.

It may take time, but research every state one that, unless it's a switchblade which is illegal in all US states, you may have the right to carry your knife. I've got a 8" hunting knife sheathed that I had on bored. in CA your allowed to strap it to your hip.

As for your tool, if it's a legit tool and not one made you should be fine. Nothings worse then a set of tandem lock pins that are stuck. Few times I drove for swift I wish I had a sledge for them. Same with frozen trlr brakes.

Thanks for your reply, I have a large pocket knife that I'll have to leave at home because it's legal in oregon but would be illegal in other states, I just wasn't sure about the gerber.

I keep a 4 lb baby sledge and a set of small pry bars on my truck, and nobody's ever given me any grief over them. Nor have they hassled me about the folding razor knife I've carried in my pocket for the last 10 years, and use frequently where God and anybody could see it. You should be fine.

It may take time, but research every state one that, unless it's a switchblade which is illegal in all US states, you may have the right to carry your knife. I've got a 8" hunting knife sheathed that I had on bored. in CA your allowed to strap it to your hip.

As for your tool, if it's a legit tool and not one made you should be fine. Nothings worse then a set of tandem lock pins that are stuck. Few times I drove for swift I wish I had a sledge for them. Same with frozen trlr brakes.

BZZZZT! Wrong answer. Not trying to hassle you here David - just like to see CORRECT INFORMATION given out (and I'm somewhat of a "weapons laws" aficionado).

"Pushbutton Knives" are NOT ILLEGAL in all US States. In fact - they are legal in MANY US STATES - most of the south in fact (go figure). They're legal in Florida - and I have a 4" Kershaw Pushbutton in my pocket right now. Never had a hassle from cops over it either.

What is ILLEGAL - is to cross a state line with one (federal law, not state) - which you will do many times as a trucker. Whether you get hassled for it - depends on the laws of the particular state you are in - and the knowledge (or ignorance) of the officer you are dealing with.

Better off carrying a "thumb assist" knife - which actually flicks open quicker than a pushbutton ANYWAY.

There are many things that can be USED AS weapons - that are not legally defined as such. If it's GENUINELY A TOOL (even though a knife is also a "tool"), then you should have little problem having it in your truck.

Heck - even a "leatherman" is a weapon when the blade is out

Rick

Not to mention all the crazy laws on the books that most people don't know about but haven't been removed or changed.

For instance, an amputee in the state of indiana can legally carry a switchblade. There's no specification on the amputation, it could be a digit from a work accident but a permit can actually be issued allowing a legal carry status lol.

Thanks for your reply, I have a large pocket knife that I'll have to leave at home because it's legal in oregon but would be illegal in other states, I just wasn't sure about the gerber.

I keep a 4 lb baby sledge and a set of small pry bars on my truck, and nobody's ever given me any grief over them. Nor have they hassled me about the folding razor knife I've carried in my pocket for the last 10 years, and use frequently where God and anybody could see it. You should be fine.

It may take time, but research every state one that, unless it's a switchblade which is illegal in all US states, you may have the right to carry your knife. I've got a 8" hunting knife sheathed that I had on bored. in CA your allowed to strap it to your hip.

As for your tool, if it's a legit tool and not one made you should be fine. Nothings worse then a set of tandem lock pins that are stuck. Few times I drove for swift I wish I had a sledge for them. Same with frozen trlr brakes.

I'm pretty sure the knifes not legal in many states due to size, the blade measures 7.5 inches. The Ding Dong is an actual tool, maybe a little large 12lbs but it is a real tool.

Always helps to include a picture.

Always helps to include a picture.

Yeah, apparently the Ding Dong is a tool used by Law Enforcement and First Responders as a Door Breaching tool. I could imagine there are areas where the local police are going to be somewhat less than thrilled to see one of these tools in civilian hands. I couldn't speak to the legality of carrying one around, but I would think they should be OK in most places.

Thanks for your reply, I have a large pocket knife that I'll have to leave at home because it's legal in oregon but would be illegal in other states, I just wasn't sure about the gerber.

I keep a 4 lb baby sledge and a set of small pry bars on my truck, and nobody's ever given me any grief over them. Nor have they hassled me about the folding razor knife I've carried in my pocket for the last 10 years, and use frequently where God and anybody could see it. You should be fine.

I carry a pretty large hunting knife in a sheath on my belt ... Never been questioned about it by any official. Also carry large crowbar and tire bat in more door. I doubt you will ever be asked about it unless you have to use it self defense.