When you think of self-defense tools, you may picture a variety of weapons, each designed for a specific purpose or context. Among the most iconic are the tonfa, police baton, and nightstick - three tools that, despite their similar appearance, have distinct histories and applications. In this blog post, we'll explore the differences between these three iconic tools, diving into their origins, evolution, and usage in martial arts and law enforcement.

Butterfly knives, or balisongs, have a storied history that is deeply intertwined with combat, particularly within the Filipino martial arts (FMA) traditions. Although balisongs are often associated with flipping tricks and collecting, their original design and use were firmly rooted in self-defense and combat scenarios. Today, while butterfly knives are sometimes viewed more as performance tools or collectibles, they still maintain a significant role in combat training, particularly for practitioners of Filipino martial arts, where their tactical advantages are clearly appreciated.

Let's be real - if you're anything like us, you've seen a ninja in a movie casually flick a shiny star across a dark alley, and boom, bad guy drops like a sack of potatoes. It's slick, dramatic, and completely unrealistic. But here's the thing: while real ninja stars might not slice through solid oak or kill instantly with a whisper, they're far from useless.

This week on Kombativ's YouTube channel, we’re diving into a fresh batch of tactical weapons straight from the warehouse, including the sleek Stealth Switchblade Stiletto and the fierce Wolverine Hand Claws. These new arrivals are packed with unique features that’ll catch any martial arts enthusiast's eye - trust us, you won’t want to miss the action! Watch the video below to see us put these bad boys to the test and discover which one reigns supreme.

This week on the Kombativ YouTube channel, we tested out a number of new weapons including the Tactical War Hammer! Make sure to watch the video to see all of our newest weapons!