Five Angles of Attack: Form A

Form A consists of five sequential knife movements executed from a forward stance. The pattern follows: diagonal cut, diagonal cut, horizontal cut, horizontal cut, and concludes with a forward step. The non-knife hand should remain positioned near the centerline for defensive readiness.

Five Angles of Attack: Form B

Form B also contains five movements but uses a different angle sequence: diagonal down, diagonal up, diagonal up, diagonal down, and a terminal stab. Practitioners should execute this pattern with the same precision and control as Form A before progressing to advanced variations.

Reverse Grip (Ice Pick Grip) Foundation

The reverse grip, also known as ice pick grip, inverts the blade orientation while maintaining the same five-angle attack pattern. Practitioners execute Forms A and B identically but with the knife held in reverse position, requiring adjustment of wrist mechanics and stabbing depth.

Power Generation in Reverse Grip Stabs

When using a reverse grip with a pointed blade, practitioners can create a frame by pressing the opposite hand against their own wrist to generate additional penetrating power. This technique transfers force more efficiently than relying solely on arm strength and allows for deeper, more controlled strikes.

Combat Reality: Resistance and Entanglement

Deep stabbing motions in actual combat encounter significant resistance from bone, clothing, and tissue that can trap the blade or compromise grip integrity. Practitioners must recognize this limitation and adjust their tactical approach accordingly to avoid position compromise.

Tactical Application: Arm Displacement

Rather than committing to deep penetration, the five-angle attack pattern functions more effectively as an arm-displacement technique that clears opponent defenses. The cutting action serves a secondary purpose while the primary objective remains clearing the target's weapon arm from defensive position.

Light Stabbing Variation: Speed Over Depth

The light stabbing variation maintains the five-angle pattern while using rapid, shallow strikes with immediate retraction to centerline between each attack. This approach generates superior speed and eliminates entanglement risk while maintaining multiple attack opportunities.

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Standard Knife Redirect

2 min read·7 key moments·PT6M35S video

Key Takeaways

•Five Angles of Attack: Form A
•Five Angles of Attack: Form B
•Reverse Grip (Ice Pick Grip) Foundation
•Power Generation in Reverse Grip Stabs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this video teach about standard knife redirect?

This video covers five angles of attack: form a, five angles of attack: form b, reverse grip (ice pick grip) foundation. It provides detailed instruction from wmpyr.

How long does it take to learn standard knife redirect?

The basic mechanics can be understood in a single session, but developing reliable execution requires consistent drilling over weeks of practice. This 7-part breakdown helps structure your training by isolating each phase of the technique.