Fighting Distances; Considering Variations in Armed and Unarmed Fighting

Posted by: John W. Zimmer
Under: karate, martial arts, Self-defense, Sword Fighting
14 Oct 2016

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5 Responses to “Fighting Distances; Considering Variations in Armed and Unarmed Fighting”

  1. Dr. J Says:
    October 16th, 2016 at 11:15 am

    Yes, I did enjoy this comprehensive article, John! I’m afraid I know so little about the use of these weapons that I can’t contribute anything of worth.

    The kids at one school I attended when very young did bully me and called me Zorro after I accidentally stuck one with a pencil. I wish I knew more then of what I don’t know much of now :-)

  2. John W. Zimmer Says:
    October 16th, 2016 at 12:13 pm

    The important thing I think is that martial artists learn or at least think about the use of improvised weapons. Funny you should mention a pencil but it has a sharp point that is longer than an average pocket knife.

    The karate staff would hold off most other weapons assuming one used he/her reach advantage. That is a good thing to know. :)

  3. Gary Says:
    December 8th, 2016 at 1:27 pm

    I’m all about self defense and I will promote every form that can help, especially the more vulnerable amongst us

  4. candesecurity Says:
    February 23rd, 2017 at 12:12 pm

    I believe everyone should be allowed to carry a self defense weapon on them. Now some states allow a stun gun or pepper spray and others do not. I can carry a self defense training in any state and this can be just a effective. What is the difference between being able to knock someone out with a good punch or with a stun gun or pepper spray? both have the same result.
    Eddie

  5. Demarcko Says:
    March 18th, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    A very good point candesecurity. I wish that everyone would have that same mentality. We are currently working on spreading this idea. Self-defense is the most fundamental of all human rights and should not be restricted.