The DTL Impact Kerambit was designed by Kelly Worden as a close quarters fighting instrument. It is L shaped and made from high impact plastic. It's lineage comes from similar instruments found in the Filipino Martial Arts of Modern Arnis, Escrima, and Kali.
The Kerambit can be carried concealled in a pocket, with a pocket clip, or in a quick draw scabbard from Blade Tech Industries. It can be used to enhance strikes, joint locks, arm and leg bars, pressure point and pain compliance techniques, and lifts.
It costs less than $30 and Worden puts out a two-tape video instructional program on the Kerambit.
Proper use of the Kerambit allows for a "connecting of the systems" in terms of empty hand and weapons skills, to include knife.
In viewing the Forum over the last week I saw where the Pendulum was noted in terms of "Is this a viable consideration as a SD instrument / weapon?" Responses so far indicate its high price and limited design application (most refer to it as an expensive straight razor) constrains serious interest in the blade.
But...
As this Forum is about connecting systems of thought, experiences, training, and hardware ---
My question became "Why would I want a Pendulum over something like a Kerambit?" Apples and oranges? In one sense, yes. However, from self defense / self offense point of view it is an interesting comparison.
The Pendulum is an edged weapon with no instructional (general access) available. And it is expensive. And there are certainly legal considerations attached to its carry and application.
That's fine, IF that is what you are looking for and intend to use for SD or SO (self offense).
The Kerambit is another approach to SD/SO and can be every bit as lethal, or forgiving, as the user intends for it to be under specific circumstances. Plus, one can home train due to the video program that is available.
The Pendulum is actually more like a mini Alaskan Native ulu knife (for skinning out game) than a straight razor. This in a folding knife format.
The Kerambit is a modern martial arts weapon rooted in an effective fighting system(s) that is stealth in appearance and nature.
Here's the question for open discussion.
If you have experience with the Kerambit and Pendulum, please discuss the pros and cons of the two in modern self defense or self offense.
If you've experience with one but not the other, give your thoughts.
If you believe this is apples and oranges, say so but articulate why the two cannot / should not be compared.
If you see any wisdom whatsoever to carrying one over the other daily, or for special applications, share your views.
This is a brain and experience stretcher, for sure. But we're talking about modern self defense in terms of training and hardware. Marketing is for the makers and vendors. What do the users think?
Sierra912
The Kerambit can be carried concealled in a pocket, with a pocket clip, or in a quick draw scabbard from Blade Tech Industries. It can be used to enhance strikes, joint locks, arm and leg bars, pressure point and pain compliance techniques, and lifts.
It costs less than $30 and Worden puts out a two-tape video instructional program on the Kerambit.
Proper use of the Kerambit allows for a "connecting of the systems" in terms of empty hand and weapons skills, to include knife.
In viewing the Forum over the last week I saw where the Pendulum was noted in terms of "Is this a viable consideration as a SD instrument / weapon?" Responses so far indicate its high price and limited design application (most refer to it as an expensive straight razor) constrains serious interest in the blade.
But...
As this Forum is about connecting systems of thought, experiences, training, and hardware ---
My question became "Why would I want a Pendulum over something like a Kerambit?" Apples and oranges? In one sense, yes. However, from self defense / self offense point of view it is an interesting comparison.
The Pendulum is an edged weapon with no instructional (general access) available. And it is expensive. And there are certainly legal considerations attached to its carry and application.
That's fine, IF that is what you are looking for and intend to use for SD or SO (self offense).
The Kerambit is another approach to SD/SO and can be every bit as lethal, or forgiving, as the user intends for it to be under specific circumstances. Plus, one can home train due to the video program that is available.
The Pendulum is actually more like a mini Alaskan Native ulu knife (for skinning out game) than a straight razor. This in a folding knife format.
The Kerambit is a modern martial arts weapon rooted in an effective fighting system(s) that is stealth in appearance and nature.
Here's the question for open discussion.
If you have experience with the Kerambit and Pendulum, please discuss the pros and cons of the two in modern self defense or self offense.
If you've experience with one but not the other, give your thoughts.
If you believe this is apples and oranges, say so but articulate why the two cannot / should not be compared.
If you see any wisdom whatsoever to carrying one over the other daily, or for special applications, share your views.
This is a brain and experience stretcher, for sure. But we're talking about modern self defense in terms of training and hardware. Marketing is for the makers and vendors. What do the users think?
Sierra912
