My point is , why is it okay to practice emptyhand forms that are designed to maim or kill , to practice with "traditional weapons " , etc... BUT GUNS ARE EVIL ? Personally I dont train emptyhand forms to maim or kill, but to have fun, stay in shape, and learn some self defence. I have also not demonised guns the way you suggest. ZR440 hit the jackpot, so to speak, when he said that it was a cultural thing. Guns give me a feeling of insecurity and discomfort. It may be the oposite for you and i respect that.