You'll never make it through security. They have ones now made from space age polymers. They were originally developed for the astronaughts to wear on the Russian space station. Cause everybody knows that it's not a good idea to turn your back on a Russian who's been in isolation for months at a time. Anyhow, with clubs like Glow and Exit, it became obvious that there was a non-military market for the things. They're a little pricier than the standard steel variety, but hey, you get what you pay for. They're lighter, more flexible and the lining makes it so they don't chafe while dancing. And the best part - they're top shelf dishwasher safe. Just my $0.02.