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Summary: Best Book for the Best Knife- the Bowie Still Reigns!
Review: "Bowie and Big-Knife Fighting System," by Dwight C. McLemore is a true jewel. What is seen by others as theory, impossible, or something unexplainable, is now reality, available to all, and easily understood. Although the Bowie is shrouded in the mists of time and myth, McLemore has stripped both away, and shows us a weapon of amazing design, versatility, and ferocious power. The Bowie is examined in the features of its design, history, techniques, and application. All of the "bases" are covered. With consumate skill, he teaches and enlightens the reader in the usage of what many consider to be the greatest fighting knife of all time. His illustrations are first rate, bringing to life the things he has put into print. The combination of illustration and writing is superb, for nothing is left to chance, nor is there anything left to a wrong interpretation. Of all my knife books, this holds first place in being most studied- I carry it everywhere. If you own, or are considering the acquisition of a Bowie Knife, congratulations. To get the most out of this work of art, you need to learn all you can about it. Study and practice are things that McLemore encourages. Get this book- fast! Following this magnificent work, I'd reccomend "Bowies, Big Knives, and the Best of Battle Blades" by Bill Bagwell, and "Slash and Thrust" by John Sanchez. All books are available through AMAZON.COM, and are published by Paladin Press. If you want great videos on knife fighting, I suggest James Keating's "Legacy of Steel." With any of these titles and authors, you cannot go wrong- and what you learn, may keep you alive... I gave McLemore's book Five Stars- only because Six Stars weren't an option! Get it, study it, learn it, love it, and if necessary, use the wisdom and knowledge McLemore's imparted to you! A "Must" for all lovers of the blade...
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Summary: Best Book for the Best Knife- the Bowie Still Reigns!
Review: "Bowie and Big-Knife Fighting System," by Dwight C. McLemore is a true jewel. What is seen by others as theory, impossible, or something unexplainable, is now reality, available to all, and easily understood. Although the Bowie is shrouded in the mists of time and myth, McLemore has stripped both away, and shows us a weapon of amazing design, versatility, and ferocious power. The Bowie is examined in the features of its design, history, techniques, and application. All of the "bases" are covered. With consumate skill, he teaches and enlightens the reader in the usage of what many consider to be the greatest fighting knife of all time. His illustrations are first rate, bringing to life the things he has put into print. The combination of illustration and writing is superb, for nothing is left to chance, nor is there anything left to a wrong interpretation. Of all my knife books, this holds first place in being most studied- I carry it everywhere. If you own, or are considering the acquisition of a Bowie Knife, congratulations. To get the most out of this work of art, you need to learn all you can about it. Study and practice are things that McLemore encourages. Get this book- fast! Following this magnificent work, I'd reccomend "Bowies, Big Knives, and the Best of Battle Blades" by Bill Bagwell, and "Slash and Thrust" by John Sanchez. All books are available through AMAZON.COM, and are published by Paladin Press. If you want great videos on knife fighting, I suggest James Keating's "Legacy of Steel." With any of these titles and authors, you cannot go wrong- and what you learn, may keep you alive... I gave McLemore's book Five Stars- only because Six Stars weren't an option! Get it, study it, learn it, love it, and if necessary, use the wisdom and knowledge McLemore's imparted to you! A "Must" for all lovers of the blade...
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Summary: Would make ol' Jim proud!
Review: THis work from Col. McLemore is the end result of many years spent researching the bowie knife and it's rich, and often misunderstood, history. Col. McLemore takes a strong scholarly approach to the use of the bowie knife, combining historical documentation and accounts with fighting styles common during the bowie's "Golden Age". He examines the various cultural influences of the time and how they blend together to create a highly effective training and combative system for the bowie. Col. McLemore takes a no-nonsense approach in his presentation, clearly letting the reader know that while there are no existing manuals on the bowie knife, the techniques he presents are in fact both period accurate and documentable, drawing from the many period manuals of other weapons of the time.
The techniques are clearly and beautifully presented in a series of hand drawn illustrations (just as was done in the period manuals), and the book is worth having just for the artwork alone.
For those interested in the use of the bowie and other large knives, or for those simply interested in the history of Jim Bowie or the fighting arts of early America, this book is a definate MUST have!
Steven Huff - Founder, Historical Martial Study Society
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