There probably isn’t a scarier scenario than being unarmed and facing someone with a knife. Whether civilian or law enforcement or military, I think it is safe to say that if you find yourself in this situation something…
REVERSE HIP THROW (Neck and arm variation) Straight forward and aggressive this variation of the reverse hip throw is very ballistic and powerful in application. It combines forward movement with the impact from striking the opponent’s throat with…
The Hip Throw is not only a basic technique, it is one of the four major combat throws still seen in miliary combatives manuals to this day. There can be frequent opportunities to execute this throw in an…
The cross-arm guard, referred to in combatives circles as the O’Neill Cover is often credited to Pat O’Neill. Dermot Pat O’Neill was the legendary hand to hand combat instructor for the FSSF First Special Service Force the precursor…
The purpose of the study of O’Neill’s only knife technique is to provide a specific knowledge regarding the use of the knife in Hand-To-Hand combat; to describe positions and movements used in attack and defense/counter offense, and to…
One of the most glaring differences between the sport judo and Combat Judo (the use of judo in the military for combat) is the use of a hitting element. In sport the only way to off balance you…
One of the most glaring differences between the sport judo and Combat Judo (the use of judo in the military for combat) is the striking element. In sport the only way to off balance you opponent is thru…
There probably isn’t a more iconic or lethal combat knife in the military today, than the WWII V42 Fighting Knife. The United States Special Forces can trace their lineage and beginnings directly to the First Special Service Force…