Filipino saber grip, stance, footwork, zoning and angling, basic defense (Meet, Pass, Follow), use of your other tools and perhaps the most important skill...Nike-Do (trust me, check the back cover).

Instruction is sound and systematic, following a logical progression. An important touch; use of the blade is never glamourized. Diligently practicing the skills in this book will quickly make you proficient and better capable of looking after yourself and your loved ones. None of us ever want to find ourselves in a situation where these types of skills are needed, but if you do, Janich's instructions could save your tail. For those looking for more advanced instruction, this book is also a great lead in to Hochheim's Knife Fighting Encyclopedia. Also recommended: Get Tough, Kill or Get Killed, Real World Self Defense


Basic, informative and effective   September 27, 2000
 0 out of 1 found this review helpful

I think that about sums it up. A good beginning book. Just the basics, no hype and no bull. Janich's best advice? Read the book. :)


Practical, informative, and basic   September 27, 2000
 1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Mr. Janich writes a very informative book on techniques. There is no flair or BS. It's pretty much straightforward and simple. On top of demonstrating very effective techniques, his best advice is to avoid a knife fight at all costs.


Great primer for knife combatives   July 8, 2000
 11 out of 12 found this review helpful

Janich does a great job of introducing the raw beginner to knife fighting in its most practical aspects. He starts from the ground-level basics of grips and footwork--something often overlooked or ignored in other titles--and proceeds to provide the reader with a practical, systematic knife system, focusing on concepts and principles rather than memorization of specific techniques. It's also remarkably well-written, an easy-reading and enjoyable book from start to finish.