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What is a Tactical Pen?
If you don’t know yet what is a tactical pen (also called self-defense pen), think of it as a pen that can hit really hard without hurting yourself and without breaking the pen. They are normally made of thick aluminum with a hardened hitting end. Of course, depending on the brand and model, you can find a lot of variations.

The most effective self-defense pens can break glass and hurt a predator badly. They will have a tungsten carbide tip and a flat end allowing you to hold it in a reverse grip.

So basically a tactical pen not only writes well but also is an effective self defence tool to carry with you. You can learn more about tactical pens here.
Is a Tactical Pen Legal to Carry in the USA?
Although laws can change, it is legal to carry your tactical pen in the streets in most States. However, if your pen has a concealed blade, it may well be illegal in your State. A tactical pen with a clip can attach to your belt, your pant’s pockets or your shirt’s pocket with style. Ideally, you want to make it easy to draw in case of danger. However, there are some institutions that might prevent you from carrying your tactical pen in their building even though it is not illegal per se
Can My Tactical Pen Pass Through TSA Security and Can I Bring My Pen on An Airplane?

The TSA Specifically Forbids Tactical Pens
Links
TSA Guidelines: https://www.tsa.gov/travel/civil-enfo...
TSA Prohibited Items List: http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2003-...
TSA Enforcement Sanction Guidance: https://www.tsa.gov/sites/default/fil...
The REBEL Tactical Pen Have Better Chances to Pass than Most Other Tac-Pens
While the TSA will confiscate any object they consider can be dangerous, they still need to find them. So far regular pens are not forbidden. But what a regular pen looks like under the X-Ray of a security machine? This is where we got to design this new version we called the REBEL. It comes from a place where being a rebel to the extra security limitations can actually make anyone of us a hero. You can read Brian’s story for instance.
Under X-Ray, the REBEL tactical pen just looks like a regular high end pen with the writing tip open. However, the writing tip can be exposed by unscrewing the cap. There is no effort to conceal the hard tungstene carbide glass-breaking tip, which could be considered illegal.

Can You Carry Your Tactical Pen in Your Check-In Luggage at The Airport?
Now a Related Question: Can I carry my pen to school?
Bottom Line
The SWAT pen is a sturdy yet light and portable tactical pen. It has a tungsten carbide head, known as one of the most resistant metal. This head will break through car glass, windows, etc. The pen writes as well as a Cross or any high end pen because it uses the same refillable ink cartridges. You close the pen function with a cap, leaving the strong head exposed and ready to be used. In this ‘pen closed’ position, it looks like a regular pen left open. Yet, it is a powerful self-defense tool.
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David Lee
I typically put my atomic bear in my back pack (carry on) with my mechanical pencil, fine tip marker and high lighter. My back pack has slots for 4 writing devices and I just put it in there. I carry the Rebel because it doesn’t look like a tactical pen. I’ve carried it all over the world and it’s an excellent writing intrument to boot. I never carry it in my pocket or put it in the tray when going through security but just leave it with the other writing instruments then put it in my shirt or jacket pocket before I board…just incase I need to jot something down on the flight.
This is a thorough guide. However, the usage is once in a while. But good to have in pocket, in case anything could go wrong.
TBH I have also written a thorough article about it…
BUT this one I liked.
http://bit.ly/Strike_pen