Videos tagged with Filipino Grip

Emory Morgenstern, an instructor with Martial Blade Concepts, demonstrates the Filipino grip for knives, emphasizing thumb placement on the spine for increased cutting pressure and indexing. He also explains a modified fighting stance with the dominant foot forward, which increases reach and provides a tactical advantage when presenting a knife against an assailant. This technique is derived from principles taught by Michael Janich and is applicable for self-defense when a firearm is not available.

Michael Janich, a renowned knife designer and martial arts instructor, provides expert insights into the Spyderco Yojimbo 2 and Ronin 2. He details the ergonomic advantages of the Filipino grip and the functional benefits of the Wharncliffe blade. The video also covers the robust Compression Lock mechanism and the material choices, like CPM S30V steel and G10, emphasizing their performance and durability.