Jeeves made the relatively simple leap to Hatchworth being combat-capable, even if he did not actively engage in it. "I merely ask as the skill will be of some use in fighting the Nightmares, sir." He was not even going to touch the suspenders comment. That was clearly absurd and not something the valet wanted to deal with or attempt to wrap his brain around the implications of.

"Your Hebby Repp should prove sufficient if you have no desire to engage in battle yourself, though. Have you given the animal a name?"