Should You Carry a Knife for Self-Defense?

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In this video, we'll look at the PROS and CONS of carrying a knife for self-defense, plus what kind of knife you should use, and how you should use it in a self-defense situation.
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@robmartin1343 3 жыл бұрын

A very good book to read is “violence of the mind” the author in this book talks about the legal ramifications he had to go through using a knife in self defense against a thug in his own home and ended up going to jail for it…

@dwselfdefense 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that. Unfortunately, there can be legal ramifications anytime you use force to defend yourself, even if it's in your own home.

@jTheDigitalDoctor 2 жыл бұрын

A person invades your home. It should be your legal right to, with dispassion and dispatch, kill that person without equivocation. Plain and simple. You do dirt, expect the dirtnap.

@spaceace4613 3 ай бұрын

I'll go to jail alive any day before someone taking my life

@cripbk2147 2 жыл бұрын

I would only use a knife if I’m being attacked by more then 2 or more attackers. Or if they got a weapons. But if its only one guy who is unarmed. I would just fight back with my bare hands. My cousin used a pocket knife against 6 attackers. He slashed 2 guys and as they bleed they all ran. He goes for the arms shoulders and legs. He didn’t try to kill but to stop the threat.

@Daniel_Cooley 3 жыл бұрын

I've trained in mma for about 3 years, boxing for 2, and bjj on and off for around 6. If it gets to the point in a self defense situation that I need to pull out my knife then I genuinely hope the attacker/attackers doesn't make it. Thank god for Texas, if it were California or New York then you'd probably get in trouble for even defending yourself.

@Daniel_Cooley 3 жыл бұрын

Hopefully it never comes to that though. Unless the person is seriously trained, has a weapon of his own, on hard core drugs, or theres 3 or more attacker then I'm pretty confident I won't need a knife.

@Fftrrcycyyfdydy 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah exactly…if ur gonna carry a knife..at least know that of course…it’s useful 😂 you wouldn’t be carrying a knife if you didn’t know how to use one….but sometimes people think that just because they have a knife they’re safe….if they have a weapon and they don’t know how to use it….what’s good of having it in the first place….but yeah I’m thinking of moving to Texas 😂

@sarahsarah2335 Жыл бұрын

If there's a bunch of 'em and the've got knives too or you just happen to face someone with the 100% intent of killing you, then you are game, buddy.

@rnkmode1876 2 ай бұрын

Maybe so, in New York you'd get in more trouble then in California. You can open carry a Big fixed blade as long as you have it visible, not concealed.

@pabstdrank 3 ай бұрын

I'm in constant altercations with cardboard boxes and box adjacent opposition. My go-to knife is a Gerber foldout with a two and a half inch blade that came with a fixed blade I bought. It's never let me down.

@Jaezxc69 Жыл бұрын

I love karambits as I train kali, tanto and wharncliffe are my favorite blade types in a straight knife for defensive purposes as well as utility purposes. Pepper gel and flashlight are my go to for less lethal option.

@kankoon7718 3 жыл бұрын

Really good video, the legal/illegal part of it, is very important, if you defend yourself but end up in jail, it didn't really end up good.

@graememccormack-reamer3635 6 ай бұрын

If my life is on the line I do not care at that point haha.

@eugenevictortooms4174 Жыл бұрын

Here in the UK if you defend yourself from an attacker, you are definitely going to spend time in prison. Effective self defence is completely illegal here.

@HorsepowerHeaven 7 ай бұрын

Canada is the same. Unfortunately we’re sitting ducks for these criminals 🤦🏻‍♂️

@justinlowry8305 4 ай бұрын

You guys used to rule the entire world. What the hell happened?

@TC2642 4 ай бұрын

You can defend yourself but it has to be proportionate. You cannot carry a knife for self-defense.

@SonnyCrocket-p6h 3 ай бұрын

so why are you still living there, paying taxes to your enemies, hmm?

@ShadrikEaston Ай бұрын

@@SonnyCrocket-p6h what options are there?

@rnkmode1876 2 ай бұрын

Imo everyone should carry a knife, it's a very useful tool in a pinch for several situations, if you need to cut a seat belt to save yourself or someone else, obviously for emergency self defense & life or death, if a Pitbull attacks, etc... in the state I live in now, I can pretty much carry and conceal any type of knife. For practical reasons I suggest carrying a 3" to 4" knife. Fixed or folder, whatever you prefer.

@michaelhollis764 2 ай бұрын

Great video. You've clearly done your homework in the lethality side of things. Legally speaking I would say that most courts are gonna want you to try less than lethal tactics to start with. I agree that you need that element of surprise and that they should feel it before they see it. However, in a real situation one could put their knife to the attackers throat and keep them at distance and then back away and offer them the chance to walk away. Now you did say the issue with this is that you have to actually be good at knofe fighting. I would say that you have to be good at fighting. Anyone wanting to use a knife for self defense needs to learn hand to hand first. You need to recognize being flanked. You need to know how to stack multiple attackers. There is a lot that goes into defending yourself against more than one person. A knife is a huge help, but it isn't an automatic win my any means. Train daily. At the very least train your draw every day.

@SonnyCrocket-p6h 3 ай бұрын

well, you SHOULD carry a micro 9mm in a velcroed-in, kydex front pants pocket holster, but if you cannot, carry a double-ended, double edged throwing in front of and behind each hip. Dull the points and edges on the "handle' ends a bit and learn to always grab at the (sheathed) knife from the side. Then you'll have 2 to throw and one in each hand to fight with.

@johnsamson9889 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, very informative and helpful.

@Adrihanasam612 Жыл бұрын

Tbh mace always fails for me, I found one person where it had literally no effect on them. IMO one fail is far too many,

@michaelhollis764 2 ай бұрын

Best pocket knife design is the butterfly knife. If you can legally carry a butterfly I highly recommend getting one and train your draw.

@oedrogonzalez7056 6 ай бұрын

good video; simple and with common sense

@peterwmiller8486 6 ай бұрын

Excellent video. Thank you

@jam_custard6475 2 жыл бұрын

Folsom knife fighting? Take em down Take em out? The style your describing is the one I've been studying from the book love it thanks for the vids New sub here for sure

@snowroaches 3 жыл бұрын

My theory is when carrying a knife, is that if you're close enough to hurt me, I'm close enough to hurt you. Hopefully I never have to put that theory into practice.

@Raul28153 4 ай бұрын

I had occasion to research knife law around the country for a client. Turns out that in almost every jurisdiction, state, local, and federal, any blade that locks or is fixed is seen by the courts as Per Se a dangerous weapon, and without regard to length. That all by itself does not make possession a crime. The things that convert it into a crime to possess are (1) what you do with it and (2) whether the arresting officer testifies that, in his experience and training, you possessed it for an unlawful purpose. Courts almost always defer to the police when they use that talismanic phrase, "in my experience and training." Now about self-defense: The courts truly do not favor the idea of it. They will tell you that the Police are there to protect you and the idea of self-defense is the disfavored "self help." The same courts will tell you (under other circumstances) that the police have no duty to protect you as an individual they are here to protect society and owe you the person no individualized duty. So, if they fail to come to your aid, you don't have a right of action to sue them for failing to do so. At law (in most states), you may not defend yourself with deadly weapons, and the police can just drive on by as you are being murdered. Now, as to what you tell the court when the prosecutor tries to trap you with the obvious question of why you had that particular edged item on your person. NEVER SAY IT IS FOR SELF-DEFENSE. That's the state's case that you were carrying with the intent that it be used for harm. Say for fishing, hunting, your hobby, tie it to your vocation. If the court believes you, that's your get-out-of-jail card.

@jorgefernandez6407 6 ай бұрын

Good video. Subscribed!

@chadr2604 Жыл бұрын

Boxing has its issues it works really well even against multiple attackers as long as they are not armed and do not have a lot of wrestling experience. It is much easier to learn than the other martial arts but will fail catastrophically if one of them is armed or has grappling experience. Most common thugs are not trained fighters

@aarongermeyer5593 3 жыл бұрын

For legal reasons instead of going for a stab to the opponent’s gut could it also be effective to maybe take a slash on the forearm making them pull back trying to stop the blood instead of stabbing in a way that could be fatal

@dwselfdefense 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I would agree with that. If you feel fairly confident than you can escape the situation by only slashing his arm, that might be a good way to go. But if you're uncertain about whether this guy is going to bury you, I wouldn't play it cute. For first priority should be to survive the situation.

@donovanscabbia6770 2 жыл бұрын

So true. Sometimes inflicting such a move incapacitatesthe attacker and they will flee.

@ozzie-d2d 7 ай бұрын

Hell nah if I’m getting attacked they getting stabbed if I don’t have my gun on me

@bobetjsheve Жыл бұрын

As a minor living in a risky neighbor hood that needs this regularly. I appreciate this, i am 14, skinny af, and need defense. This video helped me understand how to properly defend my self if i ever get in a risky situation. I have been at gun point before and took the gun because it was a weak 40 year old dude. But want a better way to defend if ever needed. I love the video but got to it a little late. 😢

@josealicea5771 Жыл бұрын

Eat more, workout, you're still growing, even if it's just push ups and squats at home, look to join a boxing gym or mma gym near by, stay away from people, take alternate routes to avoid bad areas, try not to get involved in drama, pray and ask God for guidance and protection in Jesus name every day. Avoid crazy people, keep to yourself, and stay safe, God bless you.

@stephen8433 7 ай бұрын

@@josealicea5771 I don't go out when it is dark outside. Carry a wooden crooked cane.

@seymourbutz6551 3 жыл бұрын

You should go over using kick in a fight one pro is your leg double your arm length one con if you don't make contact especially with a power you're exposed and kicks are not bigger friendly

@liamnee5033 3 жыл бұрын

Most people don’t carry a pocket knife for self defense, they carry it for utility and if needed they will use it for self defense

@Fftrrcycyyfdydy 3 жыл бұрын

The thing is…if you have a knife…or any other weapon…you can’t be afraid to use it in a very dangerous situation, my cousin owns a pistol….and I asked him…”would you use it in a real life situation? Or is it just for show…” he replied with, “man I pop any n*gga who try to pull up on my ass” I was just sitting there with the “you’re joking….” Face-

@Victorsbzh 4 ай бұрын

You don't need lethal force in civil defense. All you need is to deter and nothing is better for the purpose than pain control. Inflict as much pain as you need and you are good. To simplify things use a tool of your preference, train with it, have it ready. I always have a few knives on me in case I need to cut or poke but never a living thing.

@lckgilmo43 7 ай бұрын

I've been carrying large pockets knives for decades. Only had to pull one out wonce in self defense. Dude seen it and backed off.

@nkarim4979 3 ай бұрын

What knife is your favorite)

@anthonysais2580 Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Is reverse grip practical for self defense?

@kohort1 2 жыл бұрын

You got something regarding protecting from an armed robber? I understand I should give up the good, but seems like plenty cases where the criminal still shoots it assaults again upon running off. Most videos seem to focus on the criminal attacking with the knife and victim with the gun. It's certainly a different perspective and dealt differently.

@DTS1409 Жыл бұрын

does anybody know if you could legally carry a machete in california, and if yes what kind of machete?

@mrx2586 2 жыл бұрын

I've been doing full contact martial arts for about 6 years and agree with what you are saying about not showing the knife or making any threats. If I had a knife and got in a fight with a person with any level of experience of being violent I can't imagine being able to cut them even once. It would be very easy for them to overwhelm me and take my knife. At least if I grab and try to start stabbing I have a small chance of stabbing them once or twice before they headbutt me and I drop the knife. The odds of me stabbing them at all are still tiny and even if I do manage it it will most likely just enraged them further thou.

@fjb4932 5 ай бұрын

Sounds like you are defeated even Before the fight. You are your own worst enemy. Like the little girl afraid to carry a gun because " ...someone will take it away from me and shoot me..." . Grow a set, or stay at home. It's your life, live it fully or half way . . . ☆

@Eric-cm9ri 7 ай бұрын

As he said, you don't want to lose your knife in a life threatening situation; He punches you once good and you drop it there's a good chance he will use it on you. If you have to deploy your knife with no other option get busy. In many cases a knife can be more lethal than a gun because you're stabbing/slashing and and if done right you'll be cutting into organs and tendons on the arm depending on where you strike. A big thing to avoid trouble is to be aware of your surroundings, don't hang out in dangerous places if possible and the more people around the better. Remember, an assailant does not have your best interest at heart. If you would have to use a knife in a life or death situation don't play games, take em out. It's better to be judged by 12 then carried by 6. The greatest form of self-defense is calling on Christ Jesus. The person wanting to hurt you without being provoked has demons and Jesus Name is more powerful than every demon in hell. Thank you for this video. God bless you. 🙏

@stephen8433 7 ай бұрын

Yes. call on the name of the Lord!

@Eric-cm9ri 7 ай бұрын

@@stephen8433 Amen! 🙏🕊️✝️📖♥️😊👍

@RealJDTactical 4 ай бұрын

Idiots who believe in a sky daddy don't go home, carry a gun, practice with it, go home. If you cannot obtain a firearm, be aware of your surroundings, and prepare to fight like hell

@Kane-ez 3 ай бұрын

Doesn't hurt to have

@robert50173 2 жыл бұрын

Great content. PLESE, More information about that tiny knife 6:48 that ppl can't get away from you?

@dwselfdefense 2 жыл бұрын

It's made by an excellent knife company called Cold Steel. It's now called a "Mini Pal." (Older versions of it were called an "Urban Pal.") You can find it for about $30 on the Cold Steel website.

@robert50173 2 жыл бұрын

@@dwselfdefense thank you

@Ken-gv6sb 2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately “fear of legal ramifications” can be what holds people back from their full potential when defending their own life. Even cops can experience this and die as a result. There’s an old saying “Better to be tried by twelve than carried by six”. Safe your own life and live to defend yourself again if you have to.

@billytrevathan6405 2 жыл бұрын

The quote you gave was my motto many times when I knew I was skirting around the edges of what is legal and what could potentially land me charged with a felony. Fortunately, that never happened. I pulled my knife on several occasions but never had to cut or stab anyone. Most of those I was coming to the defense of someone outnumbered and being stomped. When they saw my considerable blade and I told them to get off of them, they did. After they backed off or ran away, I put it away and helped the injured guy up to his feet. It could have landed me in jail or even prison, but I couldn’t ever stand to see someone ganged up on and getting stomped once they were already down and beaten. So, I don’t really agree with his policy about never showing the blade. Most times, that’s all it takes to diffuse the situation. The important X factor is the aggressors must see in your eyes and demeanor that you are fully committed to using that blade if necessary. Don’t carry it if you aren’t to that point. It’s a close up, bloody, dirty business using a blade on another human being.

@Cjwize-144 3 жыл бұрын

Imagine carrying a knife in the Uk

@mattMcLovinisbae 3 жыл бұрын

i took fencing lessone before

@briancolw Ай бұрын

If you are spending more than 35 bucks on a knife for defense, you better be a collector or something. You can get what you need, reliable steel 3.5 inch folder, for 20 bucks in 2024.

@tomw485 Жыл бұрын

I’ve never actually heard of anyone successfully using a knife for self defense. Anytime you hear about a knife fight or see footage of a stabbing it’s always the aggressor with the knife. And think about it… what situation are you really able to legally justify attacking with a knife. Let’s say someone physically attacks you and is unarmed. If you stab them even in “self defense” you’re probably going to jail. You’re going to have a real hard time convincing a jury that you just had to pull that knife on an unarmed person. Second scenario the other person also has a knife. Well you’re both going to slash the hell out of each other and likely both die or be seriously maimed. You’re much better off running away even if you also have a knife. 3rd scenario… your attacker has a gun. Well I hope you can deflect bullets with your trusty knife. The only scenario I can see having a knife as a self defense tool is maybe if a wild animal attacks you like a mountain lion or bear. You’re still much better off with a high caliber pistol in that situation.

@brunoc8291 Жыл бұрын

Well multiple attacks height & weight disparity is the attack a pro fighter beer bottle rock baseball bat stun gun pepper spray there’s other scenarios but I see you point there’s some many possibilities brass knuckles a pad lock other improvised weapons a rock even you never know

@davidlocke1668 Жыл бұрын

Not if it’s a woman vs a male perp

@brunoc8291 Жыл бұрын

@@davidlocke1668 nope men & women have the same laws 2nd the report said male shooter

@GigiFenomen 3 ай бұрын

you can only carry a gun for self defense in the US, the rest of the world is cucked. even the US is going to ban guns soon, 10 years, maybe 15 when you'll stop being a white majority country.

@ripplechips5391 2 жыл бұрын

imagine minding your own business's or having to live or work in a bad neiborhood and some whacko tries to attack or rob you in fear of your life you Stab now you go to jail !!!!! BS😠😡🤬🖕🖕

@chadr2604 Жыл бұрын

I am going to get made fun of by the knife people because I like boxing but I say a knife is the worst self defense tool. It is a deadly weapon but more likely to be used because it will not be seen as being as much of an escalation as a gun. If you use a knife and lethal force was not needed you just opened up a whole can of worms. If you were involved in imperfect self defense and boxed them a jury is not going to look at it quite the same as imperfect self defense using a deadly weapon. I was involved in a self defense incident I had to take a knife away from a drunk who was trying to rob a gas station and took the fight out of him with a couple of hooks to his head. If I grabbed a knife and stabbed him even if I was legally in the right it still would have opened up a big can of worms. The deputies talked to the other customers, me, and the cashier and told me I could get a copy of the report at the sheriffs office on Cypresswood. I never heard anything else about it.

@chadr2604 Жыл бұрын

The boxing gym I go to has this group of knife people and another group of gun people. The knife people are psycho constantly thinking of ways to slice on people. Some of the gun people are more reasonable