Tactical Knife

IKMI knife courses and seminars are divided into two areas:

• Knife Techniques

• Military Knife

Both training programs, through the teaching of basic technical principles and application sequences, cover every aspect of knife fighting and defense against edged weapons. The teaching method, based on Krav-Maga techniques, follows the same philosophy: “… every reaction must simultaneously include a defense and an offensive action that allows you to protect yourself and move to safety…”.

The methodology used simulates real-life situations involving both the use of a knife and protection against threats from edged weapons and firearms. Particularly suitable in the civilian field for women, and in the military field for units operating in hostile environments as well as security professionals, the training provided prepares participants not only technically but also psychologically to deal with attacks in complex circumstances: when caught by surprise, while seated, under physical exertion or stress, teaching the correct technical and mental approach that allows them to quickly choose the most appropriate technique to apply.

The techniques taught are the result of a process of testing and refinement in various military environments before being adapted to civilian needs as well.

There are different reasons why people fight: for Ego or for Sport. Krav-Maga teaches self-defense and techniques for protecting other people.

KNIFE LAWS AND REGULATIONS

Definitions of knife and dagger:

A knife is a tool consisting of a blade with a cutting edge, whose tip may be pointed, and a handle. The law considers it an instrument capable of causing harm (an improper weapon), meaning that its natural purpose is not to cause injury but to cut various materials, although it may be used for that purpose (much like a hammer, billhook, or hatchet).

The dagger

according to the definition in the Zingarelli dictionary, is a “bladed weapon with a short, double-edged blade and a sharp point”, therefore differing from a knife because of its double cutting edge and necessarily pointed tip. The natural purpose of a dagger is combat and therefore offense; its characteristics are specifically designed to facilitate penetration and slashing attacks.

The knife

is considered an instrument capable of causing harm

(an improper weapon) and not a weapon, pursuant to Art. 45, paragraph 2 of the Implementing Regulation of the TULPS, Royal Decree of June 18, 1931, No. 773. “For the purposes of the same article, pointed and cutting instruments which, although occasionally capable of being used to cause harm, have a specific and different intended purpose, such as work tools and instruments intended for domestic, agricultural, scientific, sporting, industrial and similar uses, are not considered weapons.” Possession in the home is unrestricted, while carrying them is subject to the existence of a justified reason.

A dagger, on the other hand, is considered a weapon in its own right pursuant to Art. 45 of the Implementing Regulation of the TULPS, Royal Decree of June 18, 1931, No. 773: “pointed and cutting instruments whose natural purpose is to cause harm to a person, such as daggers, stilettos and similar items, are considered weapons.” As such, its possession must be reported to the Public Security authorities, and carrying it is never permitted, nor is there any authorization that can be granted for doing so.

There are therefore only two cases in which a person may carry a dagger: 1) a diving dagger, which differs from a combat dagger because the latter has a handle and blade with a dark-colored coating to make it easier to conceal, while the former has a stainless-steel-coated blade to better resist saltwater and often a brightly colored handle to make it easier to locate underwater if lost; 2) personnel for whom the dagger is part of their standard individual equipment, in the same way as firearms.

Distinguishing between a knife and a dagger is therefore essential, because the unjustified carrying of a knife constitutes a violation of Art. 4 of Law 110/1975

(arrest from 6 months to 2 years and a fine ranging from 1,000 to 10,000 euros), while the unlawful carrying of a dagger constitutes the more serious offense of unauthorized carrying

of weapons, pursuant to Art. 699 of the Italian Criminal Code (arrest from 18 months to 3 years).

Baton

TONFA AND TACTICAL BATON
This course is particularly aimed at Law Enforcement personnel who wish to acquire the knowledge and skills required to use the Tonfa and Tactical Baton (expandable baton), whether for initial training or to update their existing skills. Training is carried out using the most up-to-date teaching and training methodologies, based on instinctive learning and stimulation methods. All techniques are based on real intervention scenarios and are stripped of actions that may look impressive but are completely useless and impossible to apply in a real-life situation, with particular attention to the safety of both the operator and the person being restrained. Basic techniques can be learned quickly, but only continuous training will ensure the professional effectiveness required for the safe protection and control of an individual.

A little history
The tonfa originated in the Japanese farming world and was used to beat and grind grains and legumes. It was adopted as a weapon when the division of Japanese society into social classes became established and the right to carry weapons was reserved exclusively for the samurai caste. As a weapon, therefore, the tonfa (originating from the island of Okinawa) emerged in 1677 following the king’s prohibition preventing farmers and fishermen from carrying weapons. They consequently began using their work tools to defend themselves.

The United States
Beginning in the 1960s and 1970s, the United States was among the first to introduce the Tonfa within the Armed Forces and Police. This defensive baton, known as the PR21, is longer than its Okinawan predecessor (60 cm compared with 50 cm).

France
It was not until 1986 that the tonfa appeared in Europe. Robert Paturel was responsible for introducing the possible applications of the tonfa. It is a very dangerous weapon made from highly rigid composite materials. Many French municipalities equipped their police forces with this deterrent tool, which is relatively simple to use. Nevertheless, it requires proper practice and must be taught by genuine experts in the field. The practitioner must maintain constant tension in the wrist. Municipal police, national police, gendarmerie and special units learn to use it against various types of aggression and attacks, whether involving knives or other blunt objects.

Tactical Baton

However, in recent years, the Tonfa has increasingly been replaced by the Tactical Baton, which is less bulky, easier to handle, equally effective and easier to learn.

Nomenclature – How to carry the TB – How to extend it – Guards – Passive Guard – Extended TB – Active Guard – Closed TB – TB – Extended – Attack Directions – Closed TB Attacks – Open TB – Defense Against Various Grabs – Anatomical Striking Areas, classified according to different levels of risk: Red Zones – Orange Zones – Green Zones.

Shooting Defense

Ikmi Shooting Defense – Air Soft

Specialized Courses Based on the Israeli Shooting System