FMAT: Why Kerambits?

[Clark Kent]

Why Kerambits?
By Killbot - 02-25-2009 02:21 PM
Originally Posted at: FMATalk
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I know its probably bad form to start two topics right in a row, but this one has been on my mind lately.

Why Kerambits? Whats the advantages over or differences to a straight blade?

Obviously reach/length is compromised, but the styles I've seen work with this.
Its is nasty looking, but is asthetics really much of an advantage?

I imagine its probably just preference, but I curious to see what others think or know something I don't.

I honestly don't work with them, but I have been thinking about getting a trainer and starting to carry one as a utility knife. Right now I'm going with a pakal.

Thoughts?

Thanks!


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[arnisador]

I just like the fluid feel of the motion when I use one in reverse grip! It's more that than a logical reason.

 

[Sandstorm]

Personally, it's the aesthetics for me. I like how the blade 'feels' when performing drills and transitioning between moves. The reverse grip feels more comfortable and 'appropriate' to the arts I study and the movements I perform. The size of the blade is irrelavent, as it's primarily the trapping hands contact where the blade itself will come into play, slicing through forearm, bicep and mid-section with strikes and slashes. A wonderful weapon that compliments the arts beautifully, IMO