Self-Defense Against Knives or Other Weapons?

Posted by: John W. Zimmer
Under: Self-defense
9 Aug 2016

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5 Responses to “Self-Defense Against Knives or Other Weapons?”

  1. Dr. J Says:
    August 9th, 2016 at 1:12 pm

    Thanks for a realistic perspective on this topic. I often see videos on knife defenses that make it seem easy to defend against one. Nothing could be further from reality. Probably, at best, even Bruce Lee would get stabbed half the time. Your suggestion of a long range powerful kick, perhaps to the knee, makes a lot of sense.

  2. Stryker Toby Says:
    August 9th, 2016 at 3:48 pm

    Great information John. One important and perhaps the most important aspect of first defensive movement is that of critical distance. Moving out of range and/or at an angle that forces your adversary to make adjustments to his/her position in order to attack. This give you that little bit of extra time to make decisions to reach for or pull your own weapon or use kicks or move for your defensive attack. Leg kicks are a great option for defense too. They will slow slow attacker down and even take him out. Also they will bring his focus to your feet giving you more opportunities to get inside, strike and gain control of his weapon.

  3. mika Says:
    December 20th, 2016 at 11:08 pm

    I like to use this device. i feel very safe with it in my purse. It’s called salusdefence
    http://salusdefense.com/

  4. Carlo Says:
    April 8th, 2017 at 1:04 am

    Thanks for the tips. I like that you say that the best thing to do when confronted with someone with knife is to ran away! This is the obvious thing to do and yet most instructors aren’t even advising this. Of course they may be times when this is unavoidable, if you’re cornered or if you’re with someone who can’t ran very fast, for example.

  5. David Peston Says:
    May 14th, 2017 at 11:11 am

    Hey Pal,

    Nice post!!

    In today’s world self-defense is becoming a priority in everyone’s life. Everyone wants to keep them and their loved one safe. But the big question here is how….!! Proper knowledge and guidance is required.

    You have explained everything in a very accurate manner. Each scenario has been explained in such a depth. I loved reading this article. I am sure everyone who will come across this article will like it and increase his or her knowledge on self-defense.

    And those videos added a plus point. Learning from videos is always a good practice. Thanks for sharing.

    Looking forward to more such articles!!