Throwing Knives - It Comes to Your Rescue During Crisis

Throwing knives is not just a sport that is gaining popularity it is also a means to save you in the moment of crisis.

Throwing knives have been seen as an art that requires technique. Personal safety is the basic human right for all. It is no joke to protect you in dire situations. It is a must to prepare yourself with self-defense techniques, so that you can save yourself and others if ever required.

Throwing knives as a medium for self-defense is popular because it is very basic and readily available instrument. Knives act fast and if thrown in the right manner it can bring your enemy down in a second. Today you can get the shape and size of your own choice in the wide varieties of knives. Knives come cheap compared to other tools and instruments of self-defense, they require no maintenance or special permission and license for keeping them.

Difference between Throwing Knives and Stars

Stars and knives belongs to the same category of throwing weapons, they are similar in terms of usage and technique. At times people believe knives and stars are all the same but there are some basic differences in them. Stars are made of stainless steel and are also known as tactical weapon. They are popularly known as ninja stars or throwing stars in the west and Shuriken in east. They are more of a martial art instrument and not necessarily weapon to hit, the speed in which stars travel is tremendous to distract the enemy. Cheap throwing knives are simpler weapons to use and are mostly one sided and not multisided like stars. Knives travel straight and stars usually spin when thrown.

Types of Throwing Knives

Knife is not a tool invented today. They have been an important tool since Stone Age and have been used for various purposes. Today there are different types of knives available in the market with specific features. Their shape, size, folding, locking systems and other specific features can identify them.

The various types of cheap throwing knives are:

Economy Throwers

These knives cannot be termed as perfect knives but they are quite in demand. They are cheap throwing knives, available at a price of $3 to $10. They are good choice when you are learning the art of throwing knives. The overall length of economy thrower is approximately 6.

Grip Throwers

They are non-slippery throwing knives, as the grips are wrapped. They function uniformly if thrown with expertise as the make is well balanced. Made of stainless steel, they are priced around $20-$35. Overall length of grip thrower may vary from 6" - 8".

Pro Flight Throwers

They are one of the most popular knives in throwing, made in one piece. The grips are strong like triggers and mostly result in accurate and consistent throwing. They are priced at $20 to $ 35 per set. Overall length of pro flight thrower is approximately 8".

Rigid Throwers

Rigid throwers are designed with balance focused in the middle of the knife. The balance allows neat throw action every time it is used. It allows multiple actions and positions in throwing. They are priced at around $19- $35 depending on the retailer and manufacturer. Overall length of rigid thrower knife is approximately 9".

On Target Throwers

As the name suggests, these knives are used for on target hitting and consequently the body of these knives are narrower. The grips of these knives are longer, the size of the blade is around 3"-5" and the overall length of target thrower knife is 7"-8". They are priced at $20-$50.

Arrow Knives

These knives have a tip similar to arrow and they are quite popular in the category of throwing knives. They are available at a price of $10-$30. The overall length of arrow knife is 6"-7".

Types of throwing knives other than the above-mentioned knives include cold grip throwers, professional throwers, Ninja throwing spikes and armband throwers.

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