Put 'Em Down, Take 'Em Out!: Knife Fighting Techniques From Folsom Prison

author: Don Pentecost
rating:***
asin: 0873644840
binding: Paperback
list price: $14.00 USD
amazon price: $14.00


This shocking little book, (54 of the toughest pages you can find), was an eye opener in the late eighties when it came out. Designed to teach the truth about knife attacks and defenses, it is just as relevant now as it was back in the day as martial arts systems keep their focus upon what can be done in the dojo rather than what should be done on the street.

Called the How to Murder with a Knife book by its detractors, (Gee, now who would they be and why would they think like that, hmmm?), Mr. Pentecost has tried to shed light on this ugly topic.

His introduction contends:

In brief and simple language, this book explains the difference between knife fighting fantasy and knife fighting reality.


The prerequisite to engaging in a knife fight is that you must first know the facts of a realistic attack. The simple explanation of a realistic attack destroys 99.9 of all existing knife fighting theories.

The object in a knife fight will always be to kill the enemy as quickly as possible, with as little risk to you as possible.


Remember this and apply it to your training.

Chapter One: The Basics of Knife Fighting
- the deadliest weapons (is not in your hand)
- emphasis on technique (bad)
- mental tactics
- adrenaline and fear

Chapter Two: Knife Fighting Myths
- leading with the knife
- face-off
- commando takedowns
- martial arts myths

Chapter Three: Knife Attack
- knife fighting grips
- ice pick grip
- fighting grip
- hit grip
- knife fighting stance
- one-two attack
- lead (empty ) hand strikes
- three-step attack
- control of opponents left side
- and effective attack combination
- targets, object jab and inserting the knife
- other weapon attacks

Chapter Four: Knife Defense
- knife defense stance
- defense against arm grabs
- grappling and knives
- principles of trapping
- counter attack angles
- group attacks

Chapter Five: Training
- mental training
- basic training
- movement and footwork
- breath control
- eye training
- practice drill