Self Defense? When it comes to fighting, I do both Karate and Jeet Kune Do, but I focus on the Jeet Kune Do. Weapons aren't my idea of self defense, though I will use them if needed.

I think in many cases, weapons tend to make people overconfident. I have fought on more occasions then one, against someone who was armed, while I was unarmed and the person was often of little challenge.

Anyway, when it comes down to it, I really enjoy just sparring with others. Jeet Kune Do has to be my favourite art.