Mastering the Balisong Knife

Wisconsin Bookwatch, May, 2005

Mastering the Balisong Knife

Michael D. Janich

Paladin Press

7077 Winchester Circle, Boulder, CO 80301

$49.95 1-800-392-2400 paladin-press.com

Now in a revised and updated edition taking maximum advantage of state-of-the-art digital equipment, multiple camera angles, and slow-motion cinema, Mastering The Balisong Knife is an instructional DVD introducing the martial arts student to balisong knife handling and fighting techniques. Balisong master Michael Janich demonstrates techniques that range from the simplest openings, reverse grip, and hand changes, to flashy moves such as the helicopter spin, the finger roll, and tossing a knife in the air and catching it in the open ready position, to advanced combat deployment. Offering a wealth of expert insight for amateurs, hobbyists, and experienced knife fighters alike, it should be noted that Mastering The Balison Knife is intended for informational purposes only. 115 minutes, color.