From the combat-tested, slash-and-thrust blade to me no-nonsense, general-purpose survival knife, this book shows you which type of blade suits your need best. For the man who really uses his knife, it covers utility blades, hollow-handled survival knives, survival kits, folders, combat and streetfighting knives and knife specs and evaluations.
Highland Knife Fighting traces the historical roots of the dirk, which is believed to be descended from the medieval ballock dagger, and provides step-by-step instructions and photos in how the Highlanders used the knife.
The book starts with an extensive safety review, then moves on to the basic techniques of dagger fighting, starting with grip and body postures. Readers will then learn about the basic actions of cuts, parries, blocks, and disarms.
This book has the widest array of international fighting knives ever assembled!
Everything you always wanted to know about the balisong is featured in this book, with concise text and hundreds of detailed photos showing: carrying, drawing and flipping manipulation techniques; self-defense techniques; the knife and the ...