This test of the 21-foot rule using an airsoft pistol and paper knife suggests the distance may not be sufficient for a civilian defender. Although the defender successfully drew and fired, hitting the attacker, the attacker still reached the defender with the knife. This highlights the critical importance of reaction time and drawing speed in close-quarters self-defense scenarios.
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