I picked this article only because it was one of the first links I found after googling "you insult me, sir". It refers to a study of honour killings associated with a culture of honour based on strength and reputation.
It is not hard to imagine a culture of honour which is based on competency and reputation and uses more civil means of retribution. ;) Harry You Insult Me, Sir: Lab Study Says Southern Men Take Insults Seriously http://www.wral.com/news/local/story/149263/
