Videos tagged with Knife Training

The Beckwith Covert by Fisher Blades is a fixed-blade knife designed for everyday carry and potential defensive use, featuring an American Tanto blade and a pocket sheath with a DCC clip for secure carry. The reviewer highlights its utility for various tasks, from opening boxes to processing game, and emphasizes the value of the optional trainer for defensive practice. While appreciating its pocket-carry capability, the reviewer notes some ergonomic considerations with the handle and thumb ramp, and discusses the blade geometry's implications for slashing versus thrusting.

Jason Hanson, a former CIA officer, provides a pragmatic assessment of the Karambit for self-defense. He highlights its specialized design and the significant training required for effective use, concluding that for 90% of individuals, a traditional fixed-blade knife offers superior practicality and ease of use for daily carry and self-defense.

The AMTAC Blades Northman, designed by Bill Rapier of AMTAC Shooting, is a fixed-blade knife emphasizing absolute defensive capability and utility. It features an M390 steel blade, available in serrated or plain edge, with a focus on ambidextrous use. The accompanying Fire Sheath integrates a ferro rod for fire-starting and offers versatile carry options. The knife is also supported by a training blade and sheath for skill development.

This video documents the "Battle of the Bills," a training event organized by Surefire. Content creators participated in a three-day intensive course led by instructors Bill Blowers (Tap Rack Tactical) and Bill Rapier (AMTAC Shooting). The training covered a range of skills including combatives with knives and clearing corners using weapon-mounted lights. The event was made possible by sponsorships from several companies including Bravo Company USA, First Spear, and Unity Tactical. The video highlights the collaborative effort and the "rad" experience of the participants.

This video features a conversation with Jared Wihongi, a former law enforcement officer and SWAT member who now works as a professional trainer. He instructs on combatives, including knife and firearms techniques, for both professional and civilian markets. The discussion covers law enforcement considerations, gun control, knives, and travel. The video also highlights Jared's collaboration with Bastinelli on a knife and provides links to his work and the 1911 Syndicate.

This YouTube video, titled "Taran Draws First Blood Part II," features Taran Butler engaged in throwing knife training at Taran Tactical Innovations. While the description focuses on knife training, the title's reference to "Taran Draws First Blood" and the association with Taran Tactical Innovations (known for firearms training) suggests a potential connection or context within a broader tactical skills demonstration. The video likely showcases advanced knife handling and tactical application.

This episode of Into the Fray features Mike Janish, founder of Marshall Blade Concepts and knife fighting editor for Concealed Carry Magazine, discussing the use of knives in self-defense. Janish emphasizes that while knives are dangerous, effective use requires dedicated training, not just carrying the tool. He contrasts the risks of firearms with knives, highlighting that knife attacks are typically close-range and continuous. The discussion covers optimal knife carry positions, the importance of consistent draw mechanics across different weapons, and the benefits of fixed-blade knives for weapon retention and accessibility, particularly with methods like static line carry.

This episode of RECOILtv's Training Tuneups focuses on the proper use of curved blades, specifically showcasing the skills of Stevetarani.com in handling karambits for takedown scenarios. While the title and description don't explicitly mention firearms, the context of RECOILtv and the emphasis on 'taking down bad guys' suggests a potential overlap with self-defense applications often associated with firearm training. The content is likely instructional and demonstration-based, aiming to educate viewers on the effective application of these specialized knives.