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Knife & Tomahawk Throwing

"Knife & Tomahawk Throwing helps keep alive these traditional arts of the old West. In these pages, you will learn about the fundamentals of the sport and gain insight into some of the greatest professional knife throwers–the men who paved the way for the modern day thrower." — Bobby Branton, President of the American Knife Thrower's Alliance (AKTA) Harry McEvoy, the foremost expert in the field of tomahawk and knife throwing and best-selling author of Knife Throwing: A Practical Guide, provides us with an exciting, in-depth look at the popular sport of weapon throwing. Meet the men who throw flaming knives at lovely ladies on a spinning target—and not scorch a hair; learn about the legendary «Skeeter» Vaughan, whose record-breaking throw saved the lives of hundreds of U.S. servicemen during World War II; and witness the courage of Tony Cascarella, who brought down a 275-pound wild boar with only three Bowie-Axe throwing knives. In addition, this book will clearly show you the skills involved in knife and tomahawk throwing—skills all the professionals first mastered before attempting the daring feats required when performing the «impalement arts.» Also presented is an interesting history of throwing-knives, from the earliest times, through the development of the European daggers, and up to the knives used during the Vietnam War. Furthermore, you'll learn about many of the other throwing weapons of the world, including the martial arts weapons used by the Japanese ninja, and the deadly boomerangs of the Australian aborigines. Concisely written and illustrated with more than 50 photographs—including many of the «greats» in action—Knife and Tomahawk Throwing is a must for anyone interested in these fascinating sports. Chapters include: <ul><li>The Fine Points of Knife Throwing</li><li>How to Build Targets</li><li>Evolution of the Throwing Knife</li><li>The Art of the Professionals</li><li>The Saga of Skeeter Vaughn</li><li>Tomahawk Throwing</li><li>The Hunt of the «Hog Heaven» Boar</li><li>The Other Throwing Instruments

Knife Throwing

Harry K. McEvoy

"Knife Throwing is the most authoritative guide on every aspect of the sport. From knives and knife throwing techniques to competition and advice, as well as profiles of pioneers and legends in the field, this book covers it all." —Bobby Branton, President of American Knife Thrower's Alliance (AKTA) Not only is knife throwing fun, but it is also a great sport, entertainment, recreation and exercise. It can be a wonderful hobby, pastime, or even a profession, and the fundamentals are easy to learn. Anyone who can throw a stick, stone, or baseball can also learn how to throw a knife with skill and accuracy. All you need is a good knife-designed for the purpose, whether made to throw by the handle or blade, a target, and a small portion of the backyard for the throwing range. Few sports can provide so much recreation at so little cost. Knife throwing is a sport in which individual skills can be developed to a very high degree. Expert knife throwing, like great proficiency in any other sport, is developed by natural aptitude and instinct combined with that one magic ingredient: practice! In Knife Throwing by American Knife Thrower's Alliance founder, Harry McEvoy, demonstrates how to throw a knife successfully in chapters such as:<ul><li>It's Fun to Throw a Knife</li><li>Choice of Weapons</li><li>How to Throw a Knife</li><li>How to Develop «Pin-Point» Accuracy</li><li>How to Select a Throwing Knife</li><li>Targets: How and Where</li><li>Tomahawks and Bowies</li><li>Safety Measures, Rules, and Care of Knives</li><li>The Professionals</li><li>Hunting: A New Twist to an Old Sport</li><li>Tales, Legends and People</li></ul>