# Suave Weapon Staffs Burger Knives' Sword Canes is a Luxurious Way to Defend Yourself By Meghan Young | Published 2011-02-28 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sword-canes References: [uncrate](http://www.uncrate.com/men/gear/misc-gadgets/sword-canes/) & [swordcane](http://www.swordcane.com/burger_swords_home.htm) You never know when you might need to arm yourself against an assault or whatnot and so one of these Sword Canes could definitely come in handy. A more elegant version of the [Hand Grenade Sword Cane](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hand-grenade-sword-cane), it would certainly be a great accessory to have during special occasions. Brought to you by [Burger Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steak-sauce-whopper), these Sword Canes are priced between $450 and $1,450, and are available in a slew of different styles. Just think of how shocking it would be to see an elderly man on the street wielding one of these bad boys! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Seniors](https://www.trendhunter.com/seniors) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Self-defense:** There is an opportunity for companies to create luxurious yet practical self-defense products. - **Disguised Weapons:** Creating weapons that are disguised as everyday objects is a trend that can potentially disrupt the traditional weapons industry. - **Elegant Security:** The rise of elegant security tools presents an opportunity for companies to mix function with aesthetics in unexpected industries. ### Where This Applies - **Personal Protection:** Creating innovative products that offer personal protection outside traditional weapons industry can capture a wider audience. - **Luxury Goods:** Companies that incorporate luxury into traditionally mundane products can potentially tap into new consumer segments. - **Event Accessories:** Developing unique and interesting accessories for special occasions can offer companies a chance to differentiate from competitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Luxe Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benchmade-gold-class-knives.md) - [Miniature EDC Sword Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/micro-katana.md) - [Volcanic Topography Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutlery-knives.md) - [Luxury High-Strength Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-james-brand-the-barnes.md) - [Affordable Professional Grade Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cutluxe.md) - [Picnic-Ready Multitools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/victorinox-special-picknicker-damast.md) - [Dynamic Movement Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craighill-sidewinder-knife.md) - [Elegant Everyday Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/damascus.md) - [Deluxe Damascus Pocket Knives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-barnes-black-micarta-damasteel-knife.md)