torch and cutter, in flight carry on?

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Originally Posted by itzfrank

If it were an open blade, it would be much different. however, the only real damage you could do with a cutter would be the removal of fingers and toes. It would be very hard to take over a plane with a cutter.

I'd like to see that explanation to the TSA Agent. "Oh come on, the worst I could do is cut off a finger or toe."