{
        lastch = keyin;

    }
    

    // Any general reasons why we can't wield a new object?

    // Look for conditions like berserking that could prevent wielding
    // weapons.

    // Prompt if not using the auto swap command, 
    // or if the swap slot is empty.

    // Prompt if not using the auto swap command, or if the swap slot
    // is empty.

    // Fake an ESCAPE if the menu is empty.
    if (!item_count())
        mkey = ESCAPE;