OK, thanks.
From a Self-Protection point of view I'll step aside because I'm in the UK and don't teach weapons for that purpose as it is illegal to carry here, there are many experinced US guys on here who can offer you some tips.
As for attributes, my honest opinion is put the sticks down and do 5 rounds of Thai or Boxing on the heavy bag. The attributes that people so adamantly credit to the weaponry can be found with great efficiency, and far greater functional effectiveness, with solid empty hand training.
Just my opinion, but don't want to steer off the theme of your thread so will leave you to it.
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