need some help...

[KrissOfSweden]

my favorite weapon is Karambit, although the single, double stick, espada y daga, daga and the empty hand i fma styles are awesome and real fun, i must admit that the karambit is a real favorite. I been doing some training with karambits, but i really don't have a teacher to teach me, so i am trying to learn as much as i can for myself...

I have some questions...Does anyone has some good basic drills in shortclips to share? It would be cool to learn some basic pattern.
I am tryign to think on the cuttingpattern as if you do the twirling with a stick, you first learn som basic twirls, then you add them up and just play around with them is that applyable on the way how to freeflow with karambit?

People that has cool karambitsclips, please share...;)
Thanks in advanced...

[JohnJ]

I am in no means an authority of the kerambit/karambit but find it an easy to learn, intimidating and viable tool. I don't focus much on the "twirling" manipulations because I have doubts about its usefulness. I understand the twirl is supposed have enough momentum in the rotation to penetrate skin. However, I would rather the probability of a punch and rip over the possibility of a twirl puncturing deep enough to “unzip or can open” flesh. I have also experimented with the idea of striking with the spine, adjusting the grip (by a short twirl) and returning with hook cuts and punches.

IMO…the knife concepts using Pakal grip is all you need to know. One thing to note when targeting limbs is that with the curved design, it is necessary to adjust the final handling once the blade makes contact. By extending (so to speak) and dropping your wrist after the cut, you can avoid catching. Obviously, the size of the karambit/kerambit and limb will play a factor.

Work on the simple aspects such as punching, tearing/ripping & hooking. Also, ensure you are dropping the tip when using a forehand or backhand diagonal. I find those angles require the most refinement. Consider twirling exercises vertically in front or horizontally at your sides as a means of playful coordination.


Check out allinfighting.com for a nice picture of improper handling.

JohnJ

[KrissOfSweden]

I am in no means an authority of the kerambit/karambit but find it an easy to learn, intimidating and viable tool. I don't focus much on the "twirling" manipulations because I have doubts about its usefulness. I understand the twirl is supposed have enough momentum in the rotation to penetrate skin. However, I would rather the probability of a punch and rip over the possibility of a twirl puncturing deep enough to “unzip or can open” flesh. I have also experimented with the idea of striking with the spine, adjusting the grip (by a short twirl) and returning with hook cuts and punches.

IMO…the knife concepts using Pakal grip is all you need to know. One thing to note when targeting limbs is that with the curved design, it is necessary to adjust the final handling once the blade makes contact. By extending (so to speak) and dropping your wrist after the cut, you can avoid catching. Obviously, the size of the karambit/kerambit and limb will play a factor.

Work on the simple aspects such as punching, tearing/ripping & hooking. Also, ensure you are dropping the tip when using a forehand or backhand diagonal. I find those angles require the most refinement. Consider twirling exercises vertically in front or horizontally at your sides as a means of playful coordination.


Check out allinfighting.com for a nice picture of improper handling.

JohnJ

dude thanks... :) well unfortunely i haven't done that much pakalgrip yet, but all in due time.
sorry but what does IMO means..? :$ ...

[arnisador]

IMO="In My Opinion"

[KrissOfSweden]

Ah okej thanks