Knife Throwing Like the Pros: Throwing Techniques, Knives & Axes, Rules, Mental Preparation & More

by Peter Kramer

Overview

This essential review of knife- and axe-throwing basics presents and analyzes the best throwing knives and axes on the current market, different throwing techniques, the basics of competition rules, legal issues to understand, and the general care of throwing knives and axes. The budding knife and axe thrower will also receive valuable tips for getting started in throwing and how to prepare physically and mentally for training, as well as your first competition.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780764360633
Publisher:	Schiffer Publishing, Ltd.
Publication date:	10/28/2020
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	6.20(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Peter Kramer holds six wins in knife and axe throwing in the European Championships and won the World Champion title in axe throwing in 2015.

Table of Contents

Contents include:
Common Throwing Knives
Safety
The Short Whiplash Throw
Position and Stance
Alternate Grips
Knife Throwing and Self Defense
Throwing the Axe
The Meditative Effect of Knife- and Axe Throwing
Material Care and Maintenance

Editorial Reviews

Contents include:

Common Throwing Knives

Safety

The Short Whiplash Throw

Position and Stance

Alternate Grips

Knife Throwing and Self Defense

Throwing the Axe

The Meditative Effect of Knife- and Axe Throwing

Material Care and Maintenance

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