Korean knife

Korean knives are a sub-division of Korean swords in that both have been used or are used for martial arts purposes, and as well in the martial arts. Because of 20th century restrictions, and the Confucian culture in Korea, knife-fighting and the art of the smaller bladed weapons are seen as rare and obscure. This article gives a brief introduction to this interesting field within the greater sphere of Korean martial arts.

History of Korean knives

Korean knife fighting

If one watches Korean dramas depicting the ancient times, chances are knives will be used. Usually, assassins and pirates used it to kill government officials or immobolize guards.

Korean knives were either thrown at the target, or the assailant would creep up behind the guard and slice his throat.

Types of knives

*Dan Kum (Small Knife) (단검)
*Bi-Su (Hidden Knife, commonly used by assassins) (비수)
*Jang Do (Small knife used for self-defense, usually carried by women) (장도)

Korean knife making masters

*Choe Yong-Mook (초용묵)
*Park Yong-Ki (박용기)
*Choi Sang-Gil (최상길)

tandard reference

* [http://www.knifegallery.co.kr Korean Knife Gallery website, shows as well comparative western edged weapons]

ee also

*Korean sword

External links

* [http://www.skynews.co.kr/skynews_main/ENGLISH/TOURISM/tourism_032.htm Korean knife museum]