Already covered, twice, but I'm guessing you already knew of at least one of the other posts, since you made it. That or just EVERYBODY is buying 40's to wait in line. The second (untrue) paragraph was a nice embellishment, I guess.
If you were face to face, then technically, it wasn't a sucker punch. Even farmer style, with your hands in your pockets, you ought to have been able to slip the punch. If not, then you should have been more polite. Why couldn't you have asked if he would like a few good recommendations or simply said: 'Please, excuse me sir. While you decide which selection to make, would you mind if I quickly grab the one that I already know that I want?'
I'm not going to give you any Red Box Etiquette, but if you do exist I wouldn't be to quick to re-encounter this guy. If the police are saying they'll nail him, fine. This dude put you out with one or two pokes. If you see him again carry a stick and hope he's not carrying something louder.
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