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Bowie Knife Fighting by John Styers

This is a transcription of Cold Steel by John Styers. It is important to remember that this book outlines a BASIC course of close-combat instruction. The elements covered in this system include bayonet, knife, stick and unarmed combat. Styers developed this system for BASIC training of soldiers. The fundamentals for employing the bayonet, knife, unarmedContinue reading “Bowie Knife Fighting by John Styers”

FAIRBAIRN AND SYKES

Originally this post was titled “Shooting to Live” to make sure that the classic text would be available. It has been expanded (and may continue to be updated) to better serve as a reference for the men who were pioneers and innovators – but more importantly – men who actually used the techniques they taught. WilliamContinue reading “FAIRBAIRN AND SYKES”