Balisong (Butterfly Knife)
Thrusting / Folding knife
Quick Facts
Martial Arts
OriginPhilippines (Batangas) (19th Century (c. 1905 Batangas))
Wield TypeSingle-handed
MaterialSteel
Length20 - 25 cm (otevřený) cm
Weight0.1 - 0.2 kg kg
History
Originally a utility pocket knife in the Philippines that could be quickly opened with one hand. Rapidly became a favored concealed self-defense weapon in Kali/Escrima.
About
Two articulating handles conceal the blade, allowing rapid deployment via wrist flipping. Used for high-speed thrusts and slashes in close quarters.