Cold Steel

At a glance..

Emphasizing the practice aspect of bayonet, knife and stick fighting, this rare volume also provides short courses in unarmed combat and knife throwing.

The details..

Cold Steel is a book dedicated to teaching the fighting man how to kill. Its purpose is for Americans who fight fair and clean by heritage - when they can - to be able to confidently engage their enemy with his own unprincipled principles. The techniques described are intended for use in self-preservation against an adversary.

The book contains information on knife fighting, unarmed combat, stick technique, bayonet use and knife throwing; all backed up with thorough preparation for close combat through training programs designed specifically for Marines or any other military personnel.

It gives readers basic knowledge of hand-to-hand principles as well as practical applications of those principles along with confidence in themselves when facing brutality face-on. Every precaution must be exercised while practicing these movements due its deadly nature.

Acknowledgments are given throughout this book from many people such as Col A J Drexel Biddle USMCR (Ret.), Lt Col William E Daly Infantry NY Guard, George Santelli Coach American Olympic Fencing Team etc., who have made contributions towards broadening the author's perspective on close combat technique.

In conclusion Cold Steel serves as a recipe for death but should be used wisely! With proper practice and understanding anyone can gain proficiency over life threatening situations.