Broad-sword and Single-stick AND How To Use the Yawara Stick: Two in One series

Broad-sword and Single-stick AND How To Use the Yawara Stick: Two in One series

Two classic martial arts texts in one new book Combining two complete classics of self defense techniques, you get a great value for your money and have expertly restored versions of these must-have reference works. Broad-sword and Single-stick Originally published in 1890, this Victorian-era vintage classic of English self defense literature focuses on the history, techniques, and practice methods of combat with quarter staff, broad sword, bayonet, and stick fighting. The later encompasses similarity of usage with other everyday objects that may be at hand such as walking stick, cudgel, shillelagh or even the common umbrella. And...the second book, How To Use the Yawara Stick: For Police (1948), by Prof. F. A. Matsuyama, is a very unique defensive manual utilizing a then little-known weapon. Its low-key appearance, and focus on jujitsu-like application to pressure points and pain-compliance made it a natural addition to police work. The Yawara stick excels in both giving police a more humane weapon, and with better public relations optics than the old-fashion club. Additionally, it can be used effectively in many situations, such as car extraction of a suspect, where a standard police baton would be useless. Dozens of applications are shown, extensive photo illustrations of each move. A must-have for students of police martial arts. Our " Two in One series " makes it easier to stock your library with the very best of classic and unique vintage martial arts titles at a lower cost. Why pay more?