The Real Way to Use a Knife in Self Defense

[@hard2hurt]

This video was sponsored by Skallywag Tactical. You can see the MDV Plus One knife and more from Skallywag at rebrand.ly/Hard2HurtMDV You can also find a significantly more serious martial arts and tactical training by Mike DonVito at www.theeliteyou.com

[@Skallywagtactical]

@@Barbrady007 if you can manufacture them quicker we are all over it.. There are 1200 in production. shit takes time to make.. Thanks for the productive comment

[@joshmajor8662]

I’m sure they offer something but I wish I could get my hands on one of those!! I’d make you a AIWB sheath for it, the stipulation would be it comes in hot pink ONLY!! 👍🏼 Skallywag if y’all don’t wanna mess with it let me know, to clarify. I’m not a random guy just posting, I’ve got a small blacksmith/holster company in Kentucky Lol

[@joshmajor8662]

@@Skallywagtactical just curious, are you all producing or did you lease out the order? I’m pretty sure they’re anodized, right? I get it!! There’s no way I’d take a 1200 run order haha 😂 I can pump em out, even forging everything but shit!! Lol good luck either way, I like the design!!

[@Skallywagtactical]

@@joshmajor8662 We normally run these in 3000 unit batches.. so this is large scale production manufacturing.. if we had to make these by hand in our facility they would be 1000.00 a set as i am sure you understand the work that goes into something like this.. the aluminum trainers are anodized yes but the D2 live blade is PVD coated.. its the grinding process that is the time eater as was as all the processes in-between.. We just got more intersted on the blade then we expected and are dealing with the world wide manufacturing issues everyone is having.. we will recover from it quicker then most and are fixing problems right away to head off the shortage.. we appreciate the interest !

[@larryferd1510]

Why not just cut jugular?

[@spar123321]

I love how graphic his explanations are. It really gives you an insight to real life. If you're knife to knife combat with someone, one of you isn't getting off the floor and people need to realize that.

[@999jay999]

Yeah, this is likely to cause bleed out even death. UK law would whoop anyone's ass using most of these techniques in a self defence so called situation.

[@ravenfeeder]

Perhaps neither of you get off the floor, that’s very real knife-to-knife as well.

[@dacedebeer2697]

I trained a lot of knife against knife, in that scenario if you go into grappling range everyone is fucked. You need to keep some distance and your main target is the opponent's knife hand/wrist.

[@ravenfeeder]

@@dacedebeer2697 Yeah, I trained some knife-on-knife, and that is what I learned as well. Not your first line if living is a concern.

[@user-ul6bm8pt2y]

@@ravenfeeder My coach likes to say: Loser dies immediately, winner dies on the way to the hospital

[@john_2730]

Anyone that gains one ounce of confidence from doing any kind of self defence or martial needs to watch this. There is always a bigger fish…and he knows how to turn you into sashimi.

[@reallifetherapy1342]

Both is better

[@damienholland8103]

Indeed, I was in wrestling 3 years and in Jujitsu for 10 but I never assume anything about the next person's ability to harm me in a fight. Just stay humble and always try to de-escalate any conflict. I'm probably very rusty by now as well since I stopped in 2009.

[@noci01]

Can’t stab someone if they knock you out lol

[@jed-henrywitkowski6470]

I am not a martial artist or trained fighter. However a book written by a veteran of the SAS for a unarmed UK audience has absolutely helped me in real world situations here in the States. Some of the things his emphasized: An operative may leave a century alone, because netralizing him can create more trouble trouble than he's worth. In other words, avoidance can be a good defense. Accept that you will get hurt. By doing so, you can keep your head in the game even after taking a hit. Be ok with hurting someone else.

[@reallifetherapy1342]

@@jed-henrywitkowski6470 been trained since I was a young child in martial arts. I would caution you not to become too confident in the words written by someone who has been training at that level. A lot of times the application of knowledge requires things that can't be achieved by reading. It's easy to read "accept your going to get hurt, and be ok hurting others" it's a different story to take an uppercut to the gut so you can land a knee counter. Doing and reading are not the same. I realized this during knife training, you don't think about it but when you are cut (which will happen) the blood loss makes it hard to focus, the adrenaline can only do so much, you become sluggish and your reflexes slow. That makes you weak in a way only experience can explain. Just keep that in mind

[@john_2730]

The guy describes creating massive trauma like an engineer describes resetting your gas boiler.

[@tolun99]

Or like a butcher talking about cutting a piece of meat into smaller parts.

[@carrion8752]

Fighting is not an art, it’s a science.

[@nathangold5759]

Lol

[@rupin]

@@carrion8752 biggest facts

[@carrion8752]

@@rupin *Bill Nye intensifies*

[@austinpowers1999]

Boys and girls, this is why it’s best to never start trouble. You never know who you’ll meet.

[@SlytherinSkittle]

It’s good to know for self defense tho, but definitely don’t use this knowledge for the wrong purpose

[@effieinglish]

This is exactly the type of video I needed. I'm a 55 yo woman living in Los Angeles. I just bought a small folding Knife I can open with a quick finger flick. Was practicing grip and rapid access and needed to know where/how to stab for best effect. Got more than l expected from just this one video. You bet I will be intentionally stabbing, turning and two-handed slicing if I ever need to. Strength, size, grabbing, grappling, and Kung-Fu dancing weren't going to help me. I need to rely on surprise and targeted, intentional strikes to end an attack quickly. You may have already saved my life, but I'm subscribing for more. A couple of sidewalk sleepers tried to attack me two weeks ago at a bus stop, but being alert, I was able to deter them when they tried to surprise approach me rapidly twice. They did get on the bus and rode in the back, probably planning to get off where I did, but I stayed on the bus until they gave up and got off the bus. Now I have another level of protection. Thanks! ❤

[@lennybrewster4673]

Good old California, I left there in 2008 from LA. Carry a gun daily in my current state. You should look at getting a fixed blade. Same reason why gun guys carry with one in the chamber. One less thing to do if you ever have to use it. No time wasted unfolding, etc. That's why Mike in this video has one. It's only a matter of seconds to open a folder sure, but when things happen, they happen fast. Seconds can seem like minutes if you have to get ready. Stay safe!

[@spaljenibackup9339]

Step 1: leave LA

[@mrx2586]

If you have watched this video and think you can use a knife to defend yourself against a serious assailant then my advice to you is to get rid of your knife immediately. You can't just watch a video that tells you where to stab someone and expect to be able to do it in a fight. I have been doing full contact martial arts for many years and there are still people who I can't hit at all even when we are going slow and gentle. If I tried to use a knife against such a person I would do no harm at all to them no matter how hard I tried.

[@charlesmeaux3954]

You are a FOOL or a troll. A "small" folding knife is not going to protect you.

[@user-dr2sr9ft4x]

@@mrx2586 That's such shit advice, "if you aren't super trained just get rid of any advantage you may get over the attacker". Most people aren't trained in the slightest, having a knife is much better than not, even with no training.

[@jaketheasianguy3307]

Usually i feel very interesting when experts explain their techniques in a very graphical way but this guy tuned it up to a whole new level. Holy shit that arm stab technique

[@saltyboi2435]

yooo jake? im a fan from reddit

[@jameschristopher2540]

@@jaketheasianguy3307 true digging dip. Ramming his finger going upto the socket then going for the lower belt. Actually letting the knife go all the way in so its not just a wide but a deep cut.

[@cassanoa]

he is a nut - this kind of knoledge should only be used in war / life and death - i bet he never did any of the bullshit he demonstrates - if he did - he would be in jail

[@sesimie]

I literally got chills watching this vid....both because of the excellent knowledge and thinking about that type of damage. Self defense against knives is something that keeps me up at night.

[@cloudsephiroth5382]

There is no self-defense against knives other than getting the hell out of there. Run.

[@sesimie]

@@cloudsephiroth5382 I've been held at knife point before and robbed. A Good backpack with hard books has saved me from stabbings. Your soles of shoes also is armor. But who trains with these improvised defenses? You' can't always run especially if you have to protect kids or elderly.

[@cloudsephiroth5382]

@@sesimie - Glad you made it out alive. Obviously, yes, when running is absolutely not an option then it helps to have defensive (or offensive) tactics to work with against your attacker. But this is a desperate move and when against someone who is determined to kill you and you are unarmed yourself, you will likely fail. Running is almost always doable and just as often a much better option.

[@SImonDeLikaeble]

I got me chills too. Had to take a break a few times, as this was a bit too real for me. There is something extra gruesome about the knife techniques shown here. Excellent training though

[@drhkleinert8241]

In fact, most victims cant run away. Less space, old, problems with knees etc. This "run away" is only for young and well trained people. Or, do you run away and leave your girlfriend/wife there? No, thats why its important to stand against knifes. How? Training. Not these Taekwondo/Karate/Wing Chun/ Aikido Garbage, there are special Knife systems. Learn from Doorkeepers, not Black Belts. Second: Learn how to use a knife for yourself, so you will be at the same stage the attacker is, thats a 1-1 and not a Knife-Victim. And third, program yourself to do what is necessary, hurt the attacker well (no mercy, he try to KILL you!) and use real knifes in Training, no rubber or Toyknifes. There are many ways against armed attackers but sadly the "traditional Styles" will teach you knife playing. And most of all: Yes, you will cut and hurt in a fight against a knife, but in most cases you wont get killed. Esp when you have and can handle a knife, too. Thats a bad situation for your attacker too and maybe he wont try his luck...forget all your Dojo stuff.

[@Alicelefay]

This kind of videos might save my life and the life of my friends, I live in México where now in 2022 little girls and women are being tortured, raped and killed and no one will help us, so I'm trying to learn to fight back, and maybe we'll have at least a fighting chance (I'm a very tinny woman), thank you so much for making this videos.

[@albinosh4dow]

God bless you and keep you. Stay safe out there.

[@UncleB269]

🙏🏾❤️

[@NickWeissMusic]

Do what you have to do. The horrible truth is, you're right, no one will protect you. As an American living 30 minutes from the border, we know a lot about what's happening and it's tragic. My perception is the cartels, government, military, and police, are all the same, literally a lot of the same people, and are all useless to the majority of citizens. I understand it's very difficult for citizens to buy guns, I know from experience it's the number one thing they look for at the border entering Mexico. Basically, if you're unfortunate enough to be targeted, you're fucked, unless you learn to cut the nuts off of your attacker, and I'd teach every man woman and child around me the same. I sincerely hope you don't face any violence, but if you do, I hope you leave them in a puddle.

[@mitakpa77]

Don't bring knife in a gun fight.u will likely be shot.

[@lennybrewster4673]

Stay safe. If I was you I'd take advantage of the black markets down there and buy something that will save your life. Tell no one you have it. If the time ever comes you have to use it, the only person who will know what you have will see it once and won't live to tell the tale.

[@betheredz89]

I'm a doctor, and seeing the way he cut, I'll probably just call forensic, not ambulance. The attack is anatomically debilitating, and can be fatal.

[@iamnotfooled4972]

Your point being? The "bad" guy can't sue or harm you any longer. Going for the femoral artery at the hip/leg junction would do some serious debilitating damage.

[@redfaux74]

​@iamnotfooled4972 - I think his point was clear. He said the same thing as you did. And you want to argue with him?!? 😂😂😂

[@redfaux74]

Beth - Especially with a true razor like knife. Twisting as you are inserting or removing triples the blood flow and inability to stop it. With a true razor for blade, the key is to insert the blade when they are coming forward. Their momentum added to yours goes to the bone. It also makes it harder to defend in court. "I didn't stab him. I put my blade foward between us in defense. He actually impaled himself on it." These blades looked very cheap to me. Sharp pointy things is what I would call them. They look cool but for actual cutting?!? I'd say no. Now a Cold Steel blade.... that's going to cut effortlessly until you actively try to stop the blade.

[@carlsalvato8530]

Good, so he knows what hes talking about

[@The_Judge300]

@@redfaux74 These blades were the typical "tactical" fancy BS knives that all sorts of so called knife experts try to become rich from pushing on gullible fanboys. There are 13 in a dozen of these people. Trying to teach you fancy knife fighting while selling their products. The reality is that he made it way more cute and complicated than you should in such scenarios to make himself look good. If a person finds himself/herself in a situation where he/she needs to use a knife in self defense, he/she should NOT try to do this fancy nonsense. I also prefer a blade that is longer than the one they show and try to sell. A short blade like that can work in many scenarios, but it is far from optimal for many reasons. I do understand that people want a short blade because they think it is better to carry/conceal, but in my opinion is it very much possible to carry/conceal a knife with a longer blade than that and an inch or two longer blade can make a huge difference in how effective it is in many situations. Specially when you consider how obese many are or how buffed up by steroids and often aggressive as others are. I could teach people way better ways to do it, but I am neither eager to be on KZbin nor am I trying to sell my overpriced "tactical" "crap". I am former military and have lived in the Philippines for multiple years and learned proper ways to use knives and not all the fancy BS we usually see in the US or on KZbin about Filipino knife fighting where guys usually do and show the show type of knife Kali that in reality is VERY different from the Kali knife fighting learned for real knife fights where it is about kill or get killed and what the Filipino special forces learn. I have taught my now ex-wife and my two youngest kids that are now teenagers and any man stupid enough to molest my 15 year old daughter will be lucky if he only ends up in the ER. And you are totally correct about Cold Steel blades. Many of them are VERY good and specially if you take special care to make it even sharper if needed, you will not feel you are cutting anything unless you hit bone and the person being cut or stabbed will not feel anything much if anything at all. Personally I prefer double edged blades as they give you more options to how to use the blade if you need to. One of my favorite combat/fighting knives is a Cold Steel and that is the double edged Peace Keeper. I have more expensive knives than that, but the Peace Keeper from Cold Steel does everything you need from it VERY well.

[@randysimpson1438]

A Vietnam combat vet that one of my teachers trained with showed us to cut up/down the inner thigh, up/down the armpit, across the upper arms or across the neck/shoulder- large irregular wounds that are impossible to close, and will intersect with multiple arteries. The simple way that he explained it (as he ran a plastic knife across your body) and described how he learned it (by having done it to other human beings) was absolutely horrifying.

[@Arrowtone]

That man had the whole VC up at night 100%

[@Sanguivore]

I had a very similar experience with an ex Specs Ops member. One of the first things he ever taught me was knife-based self-defense... first-hand, LOL. And it was exactly as you described. The thought of that actually happening to someone was horrifying, but stirring information that I doubt I'll ever forget.

[@FernandoChaves]

The last self defense use of a knife I witnessed was over in about 5 seconds for the defender. The attacker was dead less than 2 minutes later due to a penetrating and lacerating wound that severed the femoral artery. The fatal strike was exact and intentional. Three preliminary defensive strikes were less than fatal, partially disabling, and extremely traumatic. The attacker had five seconds to change his mind. Five seconds to stop and/or retreat before the fatal blow. He did not. The defender was on the floor facing a much larger attacker backed up by several accomplices who dispersed quickly. The action was found to be self defense and no charges were filed. The defense weapon was a Buck 110 carried openly in an OEM belt pouch. I was sitting at the bar when it happened not ten feet from me on the floor, next to the pool table, over an argument about a pool game. I am a doctor, a surgeon. There would be nothing, and was nothing, I could do to save a person from such a wound. The previous one I witnessed was not in the US, it was in the Third World. A homeless man walked out of a small neighborhood store after stealing something. The security guard followed and put a hand on the shoulder of the thief from behind. The thief drew a large kitchen knife, turned, and plunged it into the armpit under the arm that was on his shoulder. He withdrew the knife in an instant, but not straight out, and simply strolled away disappearing into the night. He twisted it and slashed, opening a large wound and severed the axillary artery. The security guard dropped almost immediately and was dead in less than two minutes. I saw it from the front door of the store as I had been inside shopping. I have to think the homeless man knew exactly what he was doing. If you open a major artery, and drop the blood pressure rapidly, brain perfusion decreases rapidly resulting in presyncope (dizziness), dropping you at least to your knees, then rapidly to full syncope (fainting, unconscious), flat out on the floor, then fibrillation of the heart rapidly ensues, circulatory collapse, and death. This can happen, and will happen, if you face someone that knows what they are doing with a knife. Even if you have a sidearm and shoot them, likely they will see you die before they die if you are lucky enough to place a fatal shot anywhere else but the brain or brainstem. That is likely the only shot that will prevent them from killing you faster with their knife than you kill them with your pistol. With the hands up the femoral and axillary arteries are wide open and inviting a blade attack that will disable and kill faster than most people think. As for the machete, there are parts of the world where machete battles are not uncommon in the street. Not uncommon to settle a matter involving a woman or a debt that way. They start slapping with the flat side and if one does not back down it progresses rapidly and brutally. Really a bloody mess. If you see it, you will not wish to see it again.

[@cargosquid]

When I was getting ready to deploy to the Middle East with the Navy, I was advised during a defense brief by a Marine....if attacked, draw your knife and stab him so much, do so much damage that that you terrify his friends...because he WOULD have friends.....

[@FernandoChaves]

@@cargosquid Never, ever, threaten someone with your knife. Use it or don't use it. And if you use it, you use it to kill. If you use it to disable it is only to make the kill.

[@oneshotonekill8176]

Knife..brick...magazine...be so violent that you guarantee certain death. The art of killing has no bounds! The adrenaline is pumping to the point where it becomes slow motion. The Modi thought they would win ! Sometimes when you breach it gets ugly Door 2 door the most draining aspect of war. It's very difficult you're head is on a swivel so many different angles. You have to be prepared to defeat the enemy from any angle.. home comes later! 11 something....lol BTW no surgeon will fix the damage imposed

[@oneshotonekill8176]

@@tac6044 never played in the Sandbox that's 4 sure

[@kstratton3953]

This is all a matter of fact..not fiction !..I had a friend that was a victim of a machete attack in broad daylight in Southern California in a trailer park that severed his right arm

[@kizzle_mi_nizzle6069]

This is the first knife video that ive seen that doesn't just involve simple stabbing or slicing. This actually made me feel uneasy. So brutal, insert, twist and open it up. I feel like any one of these techniques would end a fight imediately.

[@penedrador]

But would we - normal everyday guys - be able to be this brutal against anyone? I honestly couldn't tell if I could do this, even when it's about life and death

[@gouverneur2001]

@@penedrador well, that's why you shouldn't try this.

[@penedrador]

@@gouverneur2001 and I won't... but the guy in the video shows 'how it's done' and does it in a tutorial style

[@cassanoa]

it would probably kill someone - not a video to show people

[@shockwave6213]

The one where you stab at the pubic area and drag the blade down and all the way down through the pelvis and out the Perineum (Taint) is quite possibly the most horrific and effective way I've ever heard of a knife being used for self defense.

[@fonzievarata607]

Lol the look of fear on Mike's face during some of those demo's was priceless. As a Filipino Martial Artist, I approve this vid 10/10. 🤙🤙

[@therealdestructicus]

And just like Filipino martial arts, all the techniques he showed are useless.

[@fonzievarata607]

@@therealdestructicus 😂😂😂 if you say so, man of steel.

[@fonzievarata607]

@@therealdestructicus Wait, are you a D.U.S.T. student? Did Dale Brown teach you intelligent options that will increase your survivability?

[@therealdestructicus]

@@fonzievarata607 I'm not sure what that is, all I know is that Filipino martial arts are bullshido, and have some of the most bullshido knife techniques, I'm sorry you wasted your life being indoctrinated by it.

[@therealdestructicus]

@@utubepunk that's a good strawman argument you got there, but I'm not talking shit, just stating an objective fact, sorry to hear you wasted your life to bullshido too, my condolences.

[@stophi2581]

this guy is sooo calm and friendly - if you mess with him he would still smile - 10 seconds later you run out of blood out of hundred wounds and he still smiles asking: sorry, did i hurt you ?

[@Jameskenomis3]

Awesome explanations. This definitely makes you think twice about getting into fights over stupid things. You never know who you’re messing with. This is why I don’t like the night club scene or bar scene. I’m good staying with family fishing, hunting, kids sports or minding my business being at my place.

[@ikapatino3214]

Amen brother.

[@edi9892]

One thing to consider: If you can carry a Kukri in a concealed fashion and draw it, then the other person is likely to be intimidated, as you instinctively know that this thing literally disarms people and opens skulls. However, if you draw a 2-inch blade, the enemy might laugh at you until things dangle from his arms and belly... The sad truth is: small blades are meant to be felt not seen...

[@noobie1890]

I was informed years ago at a renaissance fair that a kukri was designed to slaughter cows without greasing up the handle of the knife with blood. Hence, why there’s a gap right above the hilt and right at the bottom of the blade, so the blood drops off of that instead of straight onto the handle.

[@shockwave6213]

​@@noobie1890 That would make sense because blood running down the blade and onto the tang through the handle is never good. Blood rusts steel badly.

[@DaTimmeh]

@@shockwave6213 very slippery too, I’d imagine.

[@dxfvgyhjh]

@@shockwave6213 doesn't matter every knife is stainless nowdays

[@kaptein1247]

@@shockwave6213 blood wont make steel disintegrate.... If you leave it on for moths you will start to see some noticable corrosion if it were carbon steel. But this is probably stainless

[@josephmayfield945]

As someone who has been stabbed and cut before. His descriptions of where and how to put the blade sent chills through me.

[@thegreatestmantoevrwlkthep9986]

dEEP in there and twist!

[@Gh0st_0723]

Hey Mike, the muscle you're talking about is called the palmaris longus, and it's missing in around 14% of people. Just a genetic/evolution thing. That's my nerd moment of the week. Nice video ✌️

[@1x1HealthyEnergybyAndrew]

Why?

[@rmzo2893]

@@1x1HealthyEnergybyAndrew if your lineage procreate: with people closer to their genetic makeup there is of course less new elements being introduced to the DNA. Thus less evolution.

[@dtester]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@kasra5096]

@@vids595 is it useless then?

[@getsum697]

To all the "knife fighters" out there his description of an actual fight should make you want to quit. I was always told, if you knife fight, you are going to get cut...question is, who is going to get cut the worse?" Great and very realistic instruction!

[@rodrigolaporte274]

AWESOME. Watching him do those nasty techniques you can notice there is a lot of thought put into all the knife design choices to adapt to that way of working. Really impressive. Gotta get one of those.

[@hard2hurt]

Yeah every single part of it was really well thought out.

[@rodrigolaporte274]

@Joshua yeah I get your point. We do some pressure test on the gym I train at, but it's kinda tricky. You're not going to get the actual real response with a trainer knife, and you can't go around cutting yourselves on the training haha. Same happens when trying some knife-fence-sparring of sorts. It's cool and fun and you get some reflex training from there, but you depend on the opponent acknowledging you've actually cut them. But well, it's either that or nothing

[@kencoffman7145]

This is magic! The guys understanding of muscle groups and major blood vessels is awesome. The best way that I've found for learning what a knife does and how muscle works comes from breaking down animals. While poking internal bits will, eventually, stop the threat cuts, when properly applied will make the baddies go away much faster. Awesome stuff Mike

[@shel0016]

Just be careful . Many states you defend to well and violent they give you 5-15 for defending too viciously..smh

[@cassanoa]

what if a baddie is watching and learning from this video and uses it for attack instead of defense

[@jonharker9028]

Cassanoa, that’s the risk every instructor takes with KZbin videos like these. It’s public, free information. I think Icy Mike (the host, not the guest) said once that he’s repeatedly had to weigh up both sides, and still comes back to the one conclusion: The total positive gain outweighs the total negative risk. All such attacks are tragic, but the chance that someone saves their life - or that of someone they value - because of this video is greater than the other chance. It is possible to disable a determined assailant in meaningful ways. That is the merit of this video.

[@cassanoa]

@@jonharker9028 i agree about free speech in all its forms - even if i dont appreciate something - i will never say that it should not be expresses but i do question the value of certain information

[@darneldonegan530]

My brother once got into a fight outside a nightclub in London with this dude. They were throwing fisticuffs for a couple of minutes. He eventually got the dude pretty good a couple of times and he ran off. It was only after that my brother saw the blood all down his arms and belly, the guy had some sort of short knife. Moral of the story you can get slashed a couple of times and not notice in the heat of a real fight.

[@omarkusturica3174]

You might not notice it if those are fairly superficial wounds, but you could still bleed to death.

[@renarich4942]

I thought u meant the dude demonstrating lol

[@FaithRox]

I've heard this alot, most stabbing victims don't know they've been stabbed until they see the blood. They just think it was punches.

[@omarkusturica3174]

@Igor Hartmann could be. Medieval sources tell us of people who were stabbed multiple times and kept fighting. Some of them even survived. But this goes to my claim that the knife is not suited to be a self defense weapon, as it might not even stop the attacker.

[@jaywilliams6250]

Adrenaline is king

[@KuvaCzardas]

I carried knives for about 15 years, this dude is brutal AF.

[@greysonshade1489]

I've been carrying a firearm since I turned 21 and I haven't had to use it, or defend myself since, but I'm often running through scenarios in my head and in training, and I'm constantly reminding myself about the 21 foot rule from academy. Almost nothing happens outside of 21 feet. people are already close when they become a threat. So I've been looking at training more with a knife and making it my primary form of defense with a gun for situations outside of 21 feet. This video was very helpful to developing my training mindset.

[@ian7033-qj9wg]

The 21 foot thing is a load of nonsense.

[@1_atg_4]

Finally. Someone with some sense. There’s nothing more deadlier than the element of surprise. A fool with a gun will get taken out way easier than someone with a very sharp blade who knows what he’s doing. Now if someone is breaking Into your home I recommend a gun. But for everyday carry or self defense I recommend a very sharp blade.

[@mrx2586]

You have grossly misunderstood the meaning of the 21ft rule.

[@SuperCanuck777]

We are not allowed guns or pepper spray or anything that could be construed as a weapon in the UK. But knife crime and stabbing murders are out of control here. in a sense we are sitting ducks unless we equip ourselves .

[@mrx2586]

@@SuperCanuck777 the vast majority of people do not carry any sort of weapons and do not have any fear or safety concerns regarding possible attacks.

[@soupedkid13]

Genuinely the scariest person that has ever been featured on this channel, that was very informative but horrifying

[@allamerican0973]

lmaoooo

[@bangqp]

This guy seems like the real deal! Mike please bring this guy back for more videos in the future.

[@frankfisher99]

Yeah, he was pretty much describing what his muscle-memory hands were doing at the time...

[@cassanoa]

dont be so gullible - if he ever did what he shows - he would already be in jail for murder

[@ericsierra-franco7802]

His tactics are very much in line with Michael Janich's tactics which are focused on disabling an attackers limbs so they cannot hold a weapon or carry on an attack against you. Good stuff! 👍

[@cassanoa]

what if someone uses this knoledge to attack someone and not defend ones self

[@USLethal]

Janich is a legend

[@bjrn4085]

"His tactics are very much in line with Michael Janich's tactics which are focused on disabling an attackers limbs so they cannot hold a weapon or carry on an attack against you." - or live

[@ericsierra-franco7802]

​@@cassanoa You could say that about anything.

[@ericsierra-franco7802]

​@@bjrn4085 Not the point of disabling an attacker.

[@tomhaynor2779]

Back in my bouncer days I had nightmares about blades. I was lucky and never encountered one. It was also in the pre KZbin training video days. Glad you guys are out there educating people. As I get older.... I will become more vulnerable to attacks by youthful scumbags. Knowing how to effectively use walking sticks and blades should be part to getting ready for your golden years while you have the energy and coordination.

[@WolframtheBlessed3499]

Good advice about getting ready for the third age, but there is NOTHING "golden" about them... nothing.

[@paultuerena]

What you have to realise is that most of the people watching these videos ARE those scumbags

[@sierraecho884]

It is a nightmare these days. Knife are just as dangerous and deadly as firearms are, they are just missing the reach that´s all.

[@tropickman]

@@sierraecho884 You can run away from a knife, but not from a firearm.

[@sierraecho884]

@@tropickman Have you ever tried that ? I mean as soon as you are out of line of sight you can run away from a firearm, the bullets can´t cut corners. A knife is just as deadly if you get stabbed. That´s exactly what I said with reach. A knife does not reach as far but then again it does not need reloading.

[@JugglesGrenades]

As a young man, I learned how to use a blade from a biker friend. Then, I went in the Army, and learned their way of doing things. But... when I became a paramedic, we had to take anatomy and physiology from an ER physician. And THAT is when I became truly dangerous. A knife is every bit as deadly as a firearm.....it just lacks the range.

[@Gurnerman]

Only takes one wound to kill with a blade if used right

[@jryanp]

I have heard it said that men fear a knife instinctively, more than a gun. I believe it.

[@ConnorSt]

A knife is more deadly than a fire arm, has the same capacity to kill someone in one shot, but the wounds don't close up nearly as easily as a gunshot will (I'm talking about smaller calibers here, obviously a 50 BMG is going to kill you much more efficiently)

[@misterarminius5907]

@@jryanp It is much more intimidating than a gun. Also, when holding a knife with the intent of using it, you signal the opponent that you are there for close, personal, and brutal business. The fear is not so much the knife, the fear is the psychological aspect, the knowing that the user of the knife wants to slice you up... And that is very scary as it shows a very intimate engagement of fury and thirst for blood.

[@doejon9424]

Not to mention *more people* die from knife related wounds than gunshot wounds. This is statistical proven from hospitals nationwide.

[@themadscientest]

This is way more horrific than I could have imagined. That down low finishing move would sure bring someone to a "brisk" end. Impressed that the bicep was never targeted, was watching a piece written by and demonstrated by William Fairbairn and his ideal targets were listed by numbers, 1 was the bicep and 2 was the hands. Although a Fairbairn-Sykes is a much longer blade well suited for quick slashing and deep thrusts. Good advice for using my big utility/fighter, not ideal for the common size of defensive blades currently being developed.

[@LORDOFDISCOCHICKENS]

Yeah when i trained a bit the targets and style between a larger fighter like my sykes dagger my k bar and my smaller concealed blades were very different. To me the smaller blades are far more effective and brutal in a close in fight like youd encounter in a self defense situation.great demonstration and looking forward to carrying one of these blades.

[@SwordTune]

I'm a studier and practitioner of some HEMA styles. What he describes is exactly what old British officers got scars from. Centuries of ceaseless fighting with swords and knives have proven this all to be legit.

[@stephenhastings6696]

themadscientist oh my goodness that's high damage with the small knife however having the fairbairn-Sykes Dagger to use in same action or actions! Game over!

[@LORDOFDISCOCHICKENS]

@@SwordTune first rule of knife fighting everybody gets cut. Win or lose your bleeding at the end

[@SwordTune]

@@LORDOFDISCOCHICKENS That's a stupid rule, if you keep your senses sharp, take initiative, and cut first, you don't always have to take a cut in return.

[@bernardbarr2354]

Mike's dad was one of my combative instructors at Fort Bragg. Mike is a better practioner. Good video. Skallywag is on point. Not as crazy about the arm stab as most commentors. "Superficial" slashes on the back of the hand,top of the thumb,or across the biceps has the same effect and allows for a much better flow into subsequent motions. That point has been proven effective since man has been using edged weapons. I would prefer the same tactic targeting the bicep. Tons of martial applications bear out what I'm saying from gladiators to Filipino arts.

[@fred9796]

I've never seen a better explanation on why disarms never work on people who actually know how to use a knife

[@drhkleinert8241]

But every Martial Art will teach you lots of disarms and locks against knifes...totally bullst, great for Dojo and Examination, with a nice and willing Partner...even my GM teach FMA empty hand against knife and says, if a knife comes out just run away. You learn this for to have a tiny chance to block the first move and then run. And he says "When you have the opponent on the ground, lock or wrestling grab, just accept and prepare for that he can pull out a knife when he is on the way to loose." Unarmed attack doesnt mean that the attacker is unarmed.

[@mattgoodmangoodmanlawnmowi2454]

Not true about disarms. if you are patient, maintaining pressure on attacker, and forcing the attacker to burn more energy and to tire before you they will eventually make a mistake. .Capitalize on it, on them, but don’t force or rush it. Worked on a full blooded Gypsy knife fighter ex-bf who attacked me for dating his ex. Took about 15-20 minutes and he was tiring. Then bystanders forced him to give up knife & then school began in earnest. Never bothered me again.

[@bluebearie7230]

@@drhkleinert8241 well, to be fair, not "every". just the instructors that want to be showy. a knife is pretty much an extension of a hand, and you cant even avoid a contact with an unarmed hand. all the instructors i know in person always admit that you can't always avoid getting cut in a knife fight (if they actually want to hurt you), all you can do is making sure you survive the encounter.

[@Truckerdaddy]

1st rule to remember in a knife fight is that your gonna get stabbed or cut so if you can't accept this then do whatever you can to avoid it.

[@mattgoodmangoodmanlawnmowi2454]

@@drhkleinert8241 it does NOT mean the attacker is unarmed. It just means he thought he could win without using the knife. If he starts losing he may change his mind and subsequently pull out a knife b

[@MarkedInBlack]

I couldn’t resist ordering one. Mike Donvito is so convincing. He’s a scary dude. It’s like his eyes see in all directions and are processing ways to harvest your soul 😀

[@pshhh5741]

I like how the instructors eyes never leave the weapon, even while dude it is talking and moving around 👍🏾 Eyes on the prize with heightened peripherals at all time!

[@willkido9641]

Love the inside groin slice. Unless you train weapon arts focused on armored warfare people don't talk about those main arteries. So it's nice to see.

[@ninjaguysith]

I really like the idea of not showing you have an edged weapon until you've already engaged in close hand fighting to catch your attacker off guard or to keep their guard lowered. Top level tips, as usual.

[@robertrobertson8575]

No it's a dumb idea. One of the most useful things about knives (and guns) is the power of simply brandishing them. Just showing a blade or gun is going to see off all but the absolutely most committed attackers. If someone attacks you AFTER you have shown them that you have a deadly weapon you are probably justified in using that weapon. But simply scaring them away is a waaaaaaaay better solution.

[@andrewkelly3520]

Yes, people who use weapons and know how to use them, will never show you them, you get to feel them - and then it's too late.

[@robertrobertson8575]

@@andrewkelly3520 in your fantasy action movie imagination maybe. Even the UA military regularly uses "show of force" to deter actual combat. Your advice is for a mall ninja day dream

[@jonharker9028]

Brandishing itself-non-attack acts with weapons that cause sufficient fear of bodily harm-can be deemed a crime. I know it is in at least the state I'm currently in [not a US one]. This kind of video is *not* about deterring someone who sees "oh f§ck that's a KNIFE" and balks, it's about having a weapon concealed as part of everyday carry and getting surprised or holding off on presenting the weapon because of concerns about retention or about necessary force. Scaring someone away isn't the solution here. You're looking at the wrong problem.

[@dtester]

@@robertrobertson8575 I think it really does depend on the situation.

[@tpetrynec581]

Work in a trauma hospital. This is one of the best videos I’ve seen on this topic. Lots of good information. I’ve come to believe over the years that close up…. A knife is more dangerous than a gun. Anecdotal of course.

[@lennybrewster4673]

More people actually survive gun shot wounds than knife trauma.

[@stanleycarter303]

I know a former spec forces guy that said he can literally bring a knife to a gun fight and win! The reflexes and throwing accuracy developed in sear school are lethal and scary! Best to avoid conflicts in the street, never know who you are dealing with!

[@mrx2586]

​​@@lennybrewster4673 wrong! Studies have repeatedly show that shooting have a far higher mortality rate than stabbings.

[@mrx2586]

It's incorrect. A knife is not even close to being as deadly as a gun.

[@sigiligus]

It's not. The only advantage it has up close is that if a person is up on you, you may not be able to actually aim a gun to shoot. >but why would more people survive gun encounters than knife encounters? Because you usually only have to shoot someone once and they're down. Even if they could still fight, they won't because they know you've got a gun. If you're using a knife on someone, you're probably attacking them with it over and over. A knife is also less immediately painful, allowing someone to keep fighting without knowing they've been dealt a fatal blow. A gun has much more stopping power. It causes searing pain due to the heat of projectile, crushes its way through bones, and tears through flesh as opposed to a much more "clean" slice or stab wound.

[@Bob1942ful]

When I went through self defense training out instructor would say never hit a persons head. One guy questioned this. The instructor had a bowling ball wrapped in leather. Told the guy to go punch it. The guy said that was not smart he would break his hand. That was when the instructor said what do you think happens when you punch someone's head.

[@gunsofmasseffect4321]

During my time as an officer I carried the Kbar TDI knife and still carry one as part of my EDC, having the skills to use a knife is beneficial, when having to go hands on.

[@nightpandas7178]

This Skallywag guy is terrifying, there is just a cold-blooded willingness to diable people that emanates from him. Very instructional

[@allan4800]

If you are carrying a firearm, there's the 21 foot rule - if an attacker gets to 21 feet, he can easily be upon you and grab your gun before you can shoot; some self defense instructors teach students to shoot an unarmed attacker at 21 feet if they continue to advance on you. Their plan is to take your gun from you and use it to kill you. If you are carrying a knife for self defense, you do not have that option. If you draw your knife, hopefully the attacker will start to see things your way and will break off the attack. If he doesn't, it may well turn into a wrestling match for possession of the knife. If that happens, the techniques being taught in the video can save your life if you can successfully bring them to bear upon your attacker. This video shows that a short bladed knife can be much more effective in an attack that turns into a hands on wrestling match; a longer knife - say, a 6 to 8 inch blade - will be unwieldy in a CQB scenario. This and other defensive knife use videos have opened my eyes to the value of a short to medium fixed blade knife - 3.75 to 5 inches - in blade length. Yes, locking folders can be used, but it takes valuable seconds to get the knife out and open it. Those lost seconds are an advantage to your attacker. With a fixed blade knife, you can draw it in less than a second with practice and you are ready to defend.

[@TJFlashbang670]

Ouch..my Balls started to Hurt. Thanks for a great video. Hope none of us Ever have to use this

[@kibacraft1]

I would really like to see some pressure testing on these techniques to see if it holds up to scrutiny but HOLY HELL this is the scariest fucking video on this channel

[@bongkem2723]

a soft rubber blade with ink on it to see if the cut/stab is deep would be easy to pressure test ;)

[@PhoebeEtc]

I'm really surprised everyone is as shaken up by this video as I am. I keep getting chills thinking about it.

[@RyanAl92]

This video is messed up. The things he mentioned should only be used against horrible people trying to do horrible things. Not just on people you're arguing with on the street, you know? Like a person broke into your house or someone attacking children kind of horrible. This shouldn't be used on normal people who are just angry. These actions will mostly end with murder and you better be able to justify what you've done. The law will really come after you if you used excessive force like this for no good reason.

[@PhoebeEtc]

@@RyanAl92 oh you better believe where I live you don't even need to pull the blade to go to jail or prison. You just straight up can't carry self defense tools or weapons because it implies premeditation. Still, absolutely fascinating hearing a guy who's kinda studied the anatomical / biomechanical side of the whole knife meets victim thing. I accidentally severed most of a finger and did some of the sorts of damage he's talking about, you literally take a person apart doing what he's talking about. Remove their limb, finger, hand function. It's gross, messy, likely unethical in most situations but gawdamn it's fascinating content which is what I'm here for.

[@jokurandomi93]

@@RyanAl92 This video is more of an eye opener than anything else. For every couch commando and self certified tough Guy out there. Shit... I wouldn't be able to do shit like this for anyone without being traumatized for the rest of my fucking life.

[@Skallywagtactical]

Mike, thank you so much for the love and taking the time to meet with Michael, We are honored by your followers comments and interest in the knife.. Just know we are working night and day to wrap up big runs of this blade to get it available again and we will not rest until we have more stock then you can use.. Looking forward to working with you much more in the future and thanks again for meeting and working with Michael. You have great followers, we wont let you all down ! Cheers and Merry Merry to everyone

[@Sanguivore]

You did great work, man. I learned a lot, and you're a really effective and natural teacher!

[@Skallywagtactical]

@@Sanguivore Thank you!!

[@danielhernandez5960]

Excellent video, captures the mechanics of usage. Setup techniques for stab, slash, or harvesting tissue. However, only use to preserve your life and loved ones. Be cautious of prepared attackers, thick leather jackets, cut proof gloves, multiple attackers. Be nimble, quick, cut & move, attacker might holler for help. Break contact at first chance, call cops, first one to report incident is granted credibility. Sad fact in USA!

[@stephendall2329]

I have several knives in my collection that I have acquired over the years. I haven’t been carrying them because I never found adequate instruction and don’t want to do something stupid, your information and instructions give me some confidence and something to base my practice on. Thank you.

[@benji4608]

I must say that god damn it was satisfying seeing you (mike) flinch and bring your hands up when you were eye gouged, because for years I have been commenting on your videos that this is the purpose of the eye gouges that you have been saying don't work in self defense. It's not a fight ender, it's an extremely effective distraction as you probably felt. The value of the 1/10 second window and the forward momentum that the eye gouge brings cannot be overstated. It's also such a good go-to-move to allow yourself to regain composure, balance and direction in a surprise attack. Also, the eye gouge is done like this guy shows, it's not some punch where you try to "hit the eye" of a moving target. You grab, push and drive forward. It doesn't even matter if you miss the eye, just the discomfort of getting your face violently grabbed and your head pushed backwards is enough to get a desired reaction.

[@benji4608]

Also, great video, but it was just so satisfying to see you flinch that I had to pause and comment.

[@fvnaticbychoice]

I’m a woman with a new night time job in the city and I plan on purchasing a tactical knife for potential self defense. this demo is actually making me queasy even thinking of being in this situation but I know it’s necessary. awesome instructor.

[@definitlynotbenlente7671]

Fijd a martial arts that trains with knifes and practice knife fighting a weapon you are not good at is not useful

[@patmaloney1140]

I bought the MDV based on the last video. Very happy. It's razor sharp. It's my EDC. That said, in 34 yrs. of martial arts, I've never learned a North to South two handed disembowelment cut. Nice.

[@Lucas98445]

As a doctor with pre-hospital care training I can safely say it would be a pain in the butt to rescue a patient with any of those wounds, and nearly impossible for the groin wound in particular.

[@sliceymike]

Thank you, sir. The techniques are meant to be as effective as possible. They are taught with the hope the student never needs to use them. But I need to make sure that if they need them, the other person will be taken care of quickly and efficiently. Thank you for your comment. I always appreciate them from someone with a medical background.

[@DurdensVision]

​@@sliceymikeYou a cold mutha...

[@darrellbaker8334]

Maybe not easy to do, but certainly easy to grasp the concept of what they're explaining, and how to do it.

[@zulphur]

in most attacks you wont even see the knife or realize that you have been stabbed. Would Love to see more videos like this about attacking and defending.

[@willchurch8376]

If anyone hits you with one of the attacks demonstrated here, you'll absolutely realize you've been stabbed.

[@royalecrafts6252]

You probably arent from south america, here people carry 30cm blades so you can see it and very clearly lol

[@dfullerton93]

at first I wasn't sure about his recommendations for cuts (since I favor stabs at critical areas), but then I realized that based upon the shape and length of his blade his cut recommendations are perfect. Reaching a major vein would be tough with that blade, but wonderful for fillet cuts. well done.

[@davideskl4853]

2:58 "Why does your forearm have more muscles than mine?!" Probably the actual reason is he regularly trains weapon fighting. Sword fighters and stick fighters all have giant forearms, those muscles are used a lot more heavily than in other martial arts.

[@KittSpiken]

Or he's absent a palmaris longus, as some other guy commented.

[@leelunk8235]

REAL ANSWER IS, HE CHOKES THE MEAT 3 TIMES A WEEK

[@Captain-Donut]

Watching this physical scared the shit out of me. Pear dread. Love from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@PauloAbreu]

For military use, thumbs up. For self defense it is a bit extreme and will likely lead to legal processes... But very informative video.

[@averageguyvstheworld8601]

“I do it because it’s relaxing and it looks cool” ... possibly the best icy mike quote yet

[@Enigma.and.Shadows]

This is the most murdery video I've seen from this channel. No talk of addressing the threat in order to get away. Just maximum damage.

[@MrFirepoi]

Great video, and rare to see one that details the gore of the moves - not that I'm into that, but refreshing to see a video that doesn't sugarcoat the reality of how brutal this stuff is. I love how at @1:01 he says knives aren't good for self-defence, and the rest of the video is basically getting dismantled.

[@sidatpeace666]

and i also like the fact that the trnr/designer guy always puts back the knife in the cover after demonstration and puts it in pocket... Respect!

[@marcustulliuscicero9512]

Noted, don't bring an artery to a knife fight.

[@SwordFighterPKN]

This video is a good example as to why a knife is bad for self defense since it's personal and most people are not going use a knife in an effective way. Then add in the fact you did this damage oh boy that would be hell of court case to defend.

[@archbishopmactasty76]

Not really....if they don't have a weapon just beat there ass if they do let them escalate the situation with a weapon. At which point you can either run or if you have a weapon fight back. Just make sure don't initiate anything and never be the one to escalate but if the situation does arise where you need it, stay strapped my friend.

[@talaniel]

@@archbishopmactasty76 And have good witnesses

[@3nertia]

My only apprehension to using a knife for self defense (I can't afford a gun and all the shit that goes with it heh) are just the legal ramifications heh

[@3nertia]

@@talaniel The only "good" witness is a camera and even those don't always show everything (due to the limited 2D plane; cameras don't have binocular vision as we [humans] do, which limits depth perception and makes it difficult to judge distances

[@SwordTune]

If you can shoot and kill people and get off with self-defence, a knife should be fine.

[@brianmabin5947]

Great vid, raw, real, deadly and life saving all in one, and Mike's usual good humor! Love these vids and yes a video on concealed carry machetes and short swords 18"-22"!

[@SwordTune]

In a journal by a British officer during the second Anglo-Afghan War, he wrote that an Afghan cavalryman cut him with a sword from the wrist up the arm, and he had the scar to prove it. These techniques have worked for as long as we have had edged weapons and I love it.

[@debbaker1441]

So why are people having an issue with this video? Yes, it is brutal. Yes, it could be construed as gory. I am THANKFUL that this man has showed me some skills that might save MY life as well as someone ELSE's life! Survival is NOT a spectator sport. It is not a sport at all. When someone is coming after you or yours, you will be thanking this man. Get over the whole "oh, he didn't mean it" or "oh, he was twenty feet away, and therefore not a threat" or "oh.....I hit him in the face, so he knows I mean business". UMMMMM.....NNNNNOOOOO...........fucking get a grip people! And yes.......I ABSOLUTLEY could do this to someone coming after me or mine.

[@dansherman1980]

So make cuts close to where the joints bend and you’ll hit arteries, nerves clusters, and tendons. It’s actually a lot like meat processing.

[@allstarwoo4]

Ironically even with all the cuts he’s teaching you it doesn’t take a lot for some one to bleed out or be incapacitated from a cut. I accidentally cut my finger across a small blood vessel. At first I was like ow this sucks but whatever it happened. Than a minute later I started getting light headed. I grab an old shirt and wrapped it tightly to stop the bleeding. I didn’t go to hospital but I learned to take cuts seriously because they don’t stop bleeding.

[@LegendaryP-sl7gf]

I cut my fingers lots of times and never once came close to being light headed. You might be anemic my guy, or a hemophiliac

[@3nertia]

I think you may want to see a doctor - that sort of effect from light blood loss is not normal. Indicative of thin blood or a heart problem; please seek medical assistance ...

[@allstarwoo4]

@@LegendaryP-sl7gf no I just underestimated how much I was bleeding. I unfortunately had a similar cut happen but I learned from the first time, wrapped it tightly and kept working. And when I say cut I don't mean a light cut. I mean there was a lot of force and it was relatively deep. There are a ton of blood vessels in your hands that's how we have better sensitivity to touch and dexterity in our hands.

[@jamielondon6436]

@@allstarwoo4 It's also quite possible that it was 'just' a psychological effect. People are known to faint completely from just seeing a drop of blood.

[@allstarwoo4]

@@jamielondon6436 I’ve bleed lots of times if it was physiological I would’ve gotten it there too.

[@CaneFu]

In my old bouncer days I only had one guy try to pull a knife on me, it was a folding knife and I was able to knock it out of his hand while he was trying to open it. Had he succeeded in getting the blade open my only option at that point would have been to tender my resignation with my employer and RUN LIKE HELL. Never try to fight someone with a knife if you're unarmed because you will definitely lose. There are no realistic knife blocking techniques that work like they do in Steven Seagal movies; if you even survive the encounter there's a good chance you'll never be the same again. What does work against a knife besides a gun? A shield and sword will work, so unless you are equipped to "Go Spartacus" on the bad guy you better apologize or run.

[@themadscientest]

Was watching a piece demonstrated by William Fairbairn and he showed the icepick block and how it was as simple as turning your wrist down to poke into the forearm of the blocker.

[@jooot_6850]

I never leave home without my 6’ montante. I’m ready to go at all times

[@desiderioparroquiano1183]

Check out for anti slash equipment, they sell like a whole body suit made of unslashing material. I have a sweater, pants and mask with neck. It costs like 800€ everything. And its really confortable (I use it for working at nights)

[@3nertia]

I dunno, I've seen a solid "teep" kick to the sternum be fairly effective ...

[@3nertia]

@@desiderioparroquiano1183 I know of an Italian KZbinr who wears chainmail xD

[@jmn-5554]

Finally! I’ve been waiting for a knife video

[@gavinly7568]

4:46 the guy just saying "stop him from standing" is such a casual and blunt way was really jarring to me. He's talking about destroying another person from such a detached and practical standpoint, and it really opened my eyes the the reality of defending yourself in a life or death scenario. crazy

[@labreeskalies3546]

I am so very happy to have come across this video. ! I've always carried a knife with me and this taught me so many useful things I didn't know. Thank you guys so much for making this. I'm a single white girl from the country who came to the big city and was put into a situation where the knowledge that you have put out could indeed save My life at some point. So Thanks Again. Keep it up!

[@GCasey]

Thank you fir the video. It is good to hear how to work the knife to disable the limbs, etc as opposed to most videos that just talk about cross strikes and stabs. I have never heard about carving around the arm as opposed to just a slash. Opening a larger wound cavity was helpful to learn as well.

[@keithpayne9776]

I'm just now HEAVILY driving into multiple aspects of EDC self defense. I'm interested in aspects of this blade. Also the Clinch Pick from Warrior Poet Society

[@Limbaugh_]

Fuck dude I don’t wanna fight anyone that has a knife

[@dxfvgyhjh]

This stuff really makes me appreciate the semplicity and effectivness of pepper spray

[@0denku0]

as a vulnerable person with no stamina for running away i got a knife for self defense and this has been so informative! i've had many close calls where i was almost kidnapped or assaulted as well as actual assaults that put me in hospital. having a knife and knowing how to properly use it can make the difference between life and death so thank you or this video.

[@cassanoa]

one night in bangkok right ?

[@Arrowtone]

I taught my sisters how to escape headlocks with a Benchmade SOCP. Told them I was gonna randomly grab one of them and try to subdue them at some point to test their reaction. They loaded their training blades up for the day. Grabbed one and dropped her into the headlock. She reached right up with that dagger and pressed it into my throat right behind the esophagus then did her best to sit down and push her hips away. I’m three times her size and just like that, she would have gotten away and I would have had 5-15 seconds to think about how I messed up before bleeding out.

[@0denku0]

@@cassanoa what does this mean

[@mrx2586]

Unless you have practiced a lot against people who are violently resisting then you don't "know how to use it". You can read all the books and watch all the videos you like but you will never know how to use it in the right way. I have been doing full contact martial arts for years and if I attempted to use a knife to defend against someone who is used to being violent I would fail miserably. The attacker would certainly have his way with me and walk away unharmed. Depending on your vulnerability your likely to be even less capable than I am.

[@0denku0]

@@mrx2586 I mean I'm sure that your concern is valid but if it comes down to me or them it's always going to be me and I'm very confident in how much I can defend myself. I don't just used books or videos I have taken self defense classes but videos are great in aiding learning too.

[@sonnyhutchins3141]

A krambit is perfect for this and this is the same methods used by military. Amazing video and perfect example or military and general knife work 💪🏻

[@harrisontesoura]

More training videos with Mike DonVito please!!!

[@hard2hurt]

You got it.

[@JamesL8888]

This guy cracks me up cause his methods makes sense in real life but they are just absolutely brutal. The amount of damage he can deal out are just vicious.

[@Jameskeith1972]

Awesome. Good Job Hard to Hurt! I love that you don’t like knife fighting but you put out this information. I don’t like all of your videos but this one one was good! Thanks!👍

[@OldBadger1]

Hi . A few things: 1 the Knife. While the most important thing in a SD situation with a knife is access (well addressed here) the runner up is the handle. I have found that a handle that doesn't fill your hand is a really bad idea for any knife ,for any use. 2 The technique-. If you go with both hands to the face you will quickly get an elbow from a newbie KM , Muy Tai ,.. You will be taken down by any Wrestler and a Kali guy guy would have stabbed you or gotten your back(wrestler too). (are others but these I studied) .3. Legal- Icy Mike from your time in the Police , please tell us what would happen if a guy tore out the Femoral artery of an unarmed opponent , using a "fighting knife" as shown here. I can just see the smile on the prosecutors face. Please feel free to correct me. Mordi.

[@brucewayneissupermanquinn601]

I know cutting around the knee cap, or immobilizing the forearm may not be "murder-y", but I still feel you'd be dealing with a heap of legal shit post-fight.

[@franktower9006]

If you do that to someone throwing fists you better start practicing with a shiv, too.

[@alejandropreciado1814]

@@franktower9006 LOL right. but for real if i get into a fight with multiple people or just a big individual (im 160 lbs soaking wet), im gonna warn you that im carrying a knife and that if you dont let me walk away ill stab you.

[@PhoebeEtc]

@@franktower9006 and shiv fight descriptions are the only thing I can think of more unsettling than the things demonstrated in this video. Learning about the term (and "technique") "digging a hole" will probably never leave my mind.

[@franktower9006]

@@alejandropreciado1814 Well, there's a difference between stabbing or cutting someone to make him stop or eviscerating an opponent. These techniques are highly effective but they only apply in a true life and death scenario.

[@kanubeenderman]

this raw and real discussion on the realities of knife fighting is why this channel if great. like anything though, one must actually practice with the tools you are going to use, and only use them if you are going to commit to following through. a good way to practice it to get a turkey and/or a ham with a bone in it and use the knife to feel how it feels to cut through muscle to the bone, because that's what it might take to save your life.

[@shockwave6213]

I carry an Mtech xtreme MX-8054 along with my 1911 and Fox Labs 5.3 spray as an EDC combo every day. I would love to see a video demonstration on the horrific injuries that knife can cause with that wicked hooked blade design. For anyone too lazy to look it up, think CoD Ghosts knife or Huntsman from CS:GO. Apparently that blade design is often referred to as the Tracker style.

[@jayportland]

I love how compact that MDV Plus One knife is.

[@hard2hurt]

Yeah it's easy to carry.

[@darkunicorn3910]

Awesome video! Would love too see some videos on what to do after you defend yourself. Like calling the cops. What should I do with my weapon. Should I call my lawyer first ect.

[@allthatisandeverwas]

This is a really good idea, especially since Mike used to be a cop.

[@rozepyracantha5574]

1. Get somewhere safe 2. Call the cops, state name. Location, call for ambulance, say "i was attacked, i used self defense with my personal knife. i will not have the knife on my person, it will be on the ground to the right of me (or whatever, they need to feel safe with you). The attacker needs medical attention."

[@jamesnevitt3400]

Most of these comments on here are from guys that dorks or their definition of violence is name calling and shoving.😂 Most people murderers will conceal their intentions with a smile and don't mind getting close. Most of them are predators folks that will be friends and get nice and close John Wayne gacey . Etc. it's up to you to sniff them out either you stick them or they gonna stick you.

[@jamesnevitt3400]

What is he defending his safe against social aggression or a -social

[@adept.anderson]

Awesome video, alot of subtlety but lethality in his moves. Side note: a video about concealed carry swords?! I'm here for it lol 🤚🏾🤣

[@SwordTune]

Open carry a sword and no one will go near you. In fact, you'll even look like the problem.

[@SaltyOldBaldurian]

There's a video where the SME described the difference between two different attacks as 'switches' and 'timers'. Where a cut to an artery (a timer) can eventually end a fight over a period of time, but a cut that severs tendons or certain nerve areas completely shuts off an entire limb (a switch) immediately.

[@robertr2952]

Enjoy this guys insight.

[@RonALampman]

LOL! Never get in a knife fight with a butcher. I believe they know where to cut as well. BTW, Mike, I received LINE training from your dad in '02 when I was at Ft Bragg for training.

[@jamesnevitt3400]

Line training is what I received in marine corps boot camp in 99

[@marcz2903]

This is some pretty brutal shit. I would much rather avoid the need for a knife altogether than have to do any of this stuff.

[@darrylgibson3575]

I'm with you on that one.

[@thewillandtheway6127]

Remember that video where you held up the knife and asked where we'd stick it? As someone in the medical field I was like: Oh you sweet summer child. Also, having been on a jury for a knife related self defense case in one of the ultra liberal states... I'm not giving legal advice and laws will vary by jurisdiction, but all the people saying it is somehow essentially impossible to make a self defense claim with a knife are not at all consistent with the instructions or the the realities in the jury room in that case at least. We convicted the guy, but only because what started as self defense didn't end as self defense because he followed the guy and kept slashing. It doesn't matter if you think they MIGHT be running off to get a gun. The jury is likely going to frown over slashes on the back. There were a lot of cuts, and we only considered and convicted on one slash: the LAST slash. So I'd say the real downside of a knife as a self defense weapon is that if you successfully drive off an attacker with one and can't manage to leave the scene there isn't much you can do other than watch as the other guy turns it into you having a knife in a gun fight.

[@BManStan1991]

If the law was fair, attacking an individual should immediately withdraw any right to life as far as I'm concerned.

[@alanpower8234]

Horribly efficient and effective. Only been in one serious knife altercation, gives me chills thinking how badly it could have gone. Count my blessings I came out unscathed but badly shaken. Having been a martial artist for years previously its hard to get a feel for how frightening and fast it all happens, till it actually does.

[@mrx2586]

For most people knives are not effective. I have been doing full contact martial arts for years and if I tried to use a knife to defend myself against someone who knows what they are doing I would fail miserably. The knife would have no effect at all.

[@grandpied]

@@mrx2586 You wouldn't fail just stick the knife in anywhere twist and turn, push and pull across meaty parts and you're bound to sever an artery. After that get yourself away and let them bleed out. You aren't there to carve yourself out a meal. You're there to get yourself away, out and into somewhere safer and it's better you than them.

[@mrx2586]

@@grandpied Completely and utterly wrong. You have grossly underestimated the difficulty of using a knife and grossly overestimated its effectiveness. First of all actually hitting someone is hard and it get exponentially harder if that person has any skill. This means it would be impossible for me to " just stick the knife in anywhere" Secondly during a fight even the simplest action becomes very very difficult to take to perform which means something as complex as "twist and turn, push and pull across meaty parts" would also be impossible - if this was not true every single stabbing would be like that but that is not the case, most stab wounds are clearly a single wound channel where the knife went in and came out again, occasionally you get variations caused by the victims movement such as L shape wounds but this has nothing to do with the attackers ability. Finally even if it was possible for me to do what you suggest the attacker is unlikely to bleed out, studies have repeatedly shown that the vast majority of knife wounds are minor and very very few are fatal. If I took your advice and tried to use a knife to defend myself against any person who is used to fighting and violence and tried to "just stick it in" that person would make me drop the knife and have his away with me and walk away unharmed - that is a 100% certainty. But even if by some miracle I did manage to "just stick it in" - so what? people don't just stop when they get stabbed the other guy would just overpower me and do what he wants with me in the next instant anyway. Comments like your risk giving people who dont know what they are doing confidence that they should not have!

[@mikekeltner4291]

Before I watch I’m saying my sewing machine technique is pretty effective. Once you start poking holes they want to get away as fast as possible

[@davidjohnson3331]

I bought one after watching your review earlier..to train with the designer is amazing

[@hard2hurt]

We have some more stuff coming too!

[@westwalk8514]

Mike Donvito is the man!!! I swear you’d think he was a surgeon the way he works a blade.

[@StatikV87]

Speaking of concealing an impractically large blade, I was at a mall in my high school years and witnessed something funny. A jock was hurling insults at a group of punk and goth kids outside. One goth kid in a trenchcoat stood up to him. The guy stepped and shoved the kid back a few steps. Then, the goth kid pulled his coat back and drew a wakizashi he apparently had strapped upside down on his back. Everyone was like WTF!? The jock kids took off running the other way still yelling insults.

[@haneenasad]

Lmfao. A hidden weapon is the best thing to catch an unsuspecting attacker off guard. Works every time, especially if you are naturally the type who doesn't look or act like a troublemaker 💀

[@bodyno3158]

Somehow this stays perfectly in line with the “I Studied the Blade” meme, especially it was a wakizashi

[@rynes.rai7er993]

This was an AWESOME video!! Good job!!

[@doncorleone3901]

Oh man, much as i loved this video because it's so useful, i was laughing nervously at his sheer intent and the reaction. This is pure gold

[@danielkhong1980]

That guy is not teaching self defence… He’s teaching you how to be a serial murderer 😰