I always have a knife with me but I'm squirreling away money for an Emerson Commander.
Commanders are great knives! I got lucky and was able to snag this..... One of only 7 Emerson made.....
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I always have a knife with me but I'm squirreling away money for an Emerson Commander.
Unlike our crazy firearms laws, it's been my expeirience most cops have a pretty clear understanding on this one--if it opens soley by pushing a button on the handle and not touching the blade (and, of course, has a blade longer than 1.5") its a per se DW.
The issue I have seen in the past when it comes to per se dangerous weapons under 269/10(b) is other cops not distinguishing between "carrying" and "possession"--for example, seizing a double bladed knife they found in a residential search warrant.
All I can say is if you get pinched on a per se DW charge, likely kiss your LTC goodbye.
That, as well as an arrest based on a warrant...which may seem like it would never apply to you, unless you forgot to register your dog or notify your town clerk when it died...
I totally agree with you regarding the possession v. carrying issue. I have had dozens of clients who were charged under 269 10b because the items were found in their home.
I can not believe how fast I can open my Emerson with the wave shaped feature.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=850nUbZcAUk
For a defensive knife, you need to practice opening it not using the wave. If you are backed against a wall, in a corner, or flat on your back, the wave isn't really going to work.
I would think (hope) most people here would avoid that situation to begin with. If not, chances are that you will be cut (hard blocks) and stabbed (when hard blocks fail)
Your avatar is a double fisted hard block. Whomever got blocked, got it by getting fisted.
It's an advanced technique, blades on the elbows.
As far as fisting goes, I'll deffer to you.
You use advanced fisting techniques?
Check your rep.
The class was in New Hampshire this past February. I believe this was his first time teaching his full length seminar in New England. It was a blast, and well worth it. Mike is an amazing teacher. Here is the link to the MBC site. All the info you could want.... http://www.martialbladeconcepts.com/
Search youtube for "staysafemedia" to check out clips from his DVD's.
He doesn't really teach "offensive" use of a knife. It's using the knife as a defensive tool to stop the attacker's ability to harm you.
I tried to find classes in tactical "lock in a sock" but was unable to locate one.
I would like to receive some edged fighting training from someone who really knows their shit. (mall ninjas need not apply).
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According to the site he will be back next year. I assume around the same time of the year. I was also told he is scheduled to be at the Summit next year.
GOAL also has a defensive folding knife course listed for June 20th. Has anyone taken this? I am considering signing up.
http://goal.org/training/folding_knife.html
Only viable "self defense" folder is the Spyderco civilian, And even then, gun before anything. I would never rely on a knife for self defense.
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You would really be far better off with a firearm, a baseball bat, baton, lock in a sock, belt with a large belt buckle, etc., before a knife. But to each his own.
Whaaaaaat? I don't even. I can swing a knife faster than a baseball bat and do more tissue damage quicker, as with a baton a lock in a sock, cat in the hat. blah blah blah.
I tried to find classes in tactical "lock in a sock" but was unable to locate one.
I would like to receive some edged fighting training from someone who really knows their shit. (mall ninjas need not apply).
That sounds like a cool class. When, and where does he usually offer it? This is the first I have heard of these type of classes somewhat locally. Generally you have to fly somewhere for that type of training. Every martial system that I have ever studied had some elements of defending against a knife wielding attacker, but none focused on offensive use of a knife, which I feel is more critical to surviving a real street encounter than trying to defend yourself.
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