How to Throw Small Throwing Knives
Knife-throwing is an ancient combat technique, hobby and even a public entertainment. As with many feats requiring technical skill, knife throwing only looks easy. The process of correctly throwing a knife requires planning as well as careful practice. Safety is of the utmost importance as well, as throwing knives must be very sharp in order to stick properly. With the knowledge of basic knife-throwing safety and technique, you can learn to throw small throwing knives.
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Instructions
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Set up a knife-throwing target in a safe area, ensuring that no people or objects may be accidentally damaged behind, in front of or around the target.
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Hold a small throwing knife in your hand so it is in line with your forearm and it is pinched between your thumb and forefinger. If the knife has one sharpened edge, face the sharp edge away from the inside of your hand.
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Stand with the foot on the opposite side of your body from your throwing arm forward so that your legs form a 45-degree angle.
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Hold your shoulders parallel and pull back the forearm of your knife throwing arm.
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Whip your throwing arm forward and lean your body forward at the same time, keeping your shoulders even.
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Release the knife from your thumb and forefinger grip and finish the full motion of the throw.
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Take note of the number of revolutions the knife turns when thrown. This is your turn number, which you can use to calculate whether the handle or blade end of the knife will hit the target. Increase or decrease your distance if the handle end of the blade is striking the target.
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Tips & Warnings
Throwing knives using the same speed and technique every time can help you achieve a consistent turn speed and help you judge proper throwing distance.
Use extreme caution when handling and throwing knives.
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