The “Switch” Attack: circa. 1820-1933 by Mark Hatmaker

The newest volume [#35] of The Black Box Project covers a tremendously useful attack called Switching or “Switching ‘em up” among various other names.

It IS NOT the grappler’s switch—a formidable weapon itself with myriad applications and variations.

This volume is ALL striking, ALL on the feet.

We begin with the elements that comprise all switch attacks that contribute to making it a go-to for

· A significant increase in power via the Power Bump.

· A contralateral Speed Enhancer.

· A force multiplier via the Forced Collison

· A beautiful “Ambush” for ring or street.

We take a historical walk through the different applications of the tactic from roughly 1820 through approximately 1933.

· Covered are 4 Ring-Legal Applications.

· 6 Empty-Hand Rough ‘n’ Tumble Applications [Some from the early Street Dentist tradition.]

· 2 more “Connected” variations for the street.

· 2 Knife-Fighting specific applications + 1 more for Straight Razor.

· 3 Saloonkeeper Specials using an ax-handle, cudgel, tire iron, hell, whatever is at your disposal.

· And 3 Close-Quarters Firearm/Gunfighter applications. I will demo with my beloved six-guns how it was originally done, but your carry of choice will work just fine.

To snag your copy for the August discount price click here.

To learn more about this whole Black Box Project Historical Mayhem Brotherhood and save yourself some moolah, well, have a look-see here: The Black Box Project Lowdown

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