Exotic Weapons Books, Videos, M-Z

Did you ever look at the person with the bullwhip on the movie screen and think, "Hmmm, I wonder if I could do that?" Or maybe you are one of the people in the circus audience looking at the man or woman cracking the whip, not at the lion. If either of these scenarios describes you, then you are the kind of person for whom The New Bullwhip Book was written.

This former Loompanics book introduces you to whip basics, parts of the whip, the different types available, as well as the three basic cracks and step-by-step instructions on how to master those cracks.
$20.00
Softcover 978-1-55950-244-3 128 pages 8.5" x 11" illustrations

This comprehensive manual covers everything from the history and development of the five most common throwing weapons - spears, knives, tomahawks, shurikens and boomerangs - to their selection or manufacture, grip, distances, throwing motions and advanced combat methods.
$14.00
Softcover 978-0-87364-841-7 104 pages 5.5" x 8.5" photos

The sjambok is one of the most versatile and effective of all flexible weapons, having been used for centuries in Africa. Here James Loriega offers the first book-length treatment of the defensive use of the sjambok. Loriega, a well-known and respected martial arts expert, covers every aspect of the sjambok: its history, nomenclature, properties, how to practice, stances, strikes, use with other weapons, where to obtain a sjambok and how to modify it so it is best for your personal use. This book will be of interest to all students of flexible weapons systems, and anyone interested in selfedefense.
$15.00
Softcover 978-1-55950-198-9 143 pages 5.5" x 8.5" illustrations

The sling may be an ancient weapon, but there are some powerful reasons for including it in any modern arsenal. It is silent and has multiple uses. It is powerful and has better range than a bow. It is accurate and easy to learn to use. It is easily improvised and highly portable. It can be readily concealed. Ammunition is available anywhere for free, and it is inexpensive and takes up little room. This former Loompanics title is the complete manual on this little-known weapon. It tells how to make one, how to use one, and when and where to use one. Six different techniques are described and illustrated in detail. Also included are advice on how and where to practice, descriptions of ammunition and practical applications. Highly recommended for all survivalists and weapons enthusiasts.
$10.00
Softcover 978-1-89362-617-1 70 pages 5.5" x 8.5" photos, illust.

In this book, J. David Truby demonstrates why gun control simply doesn't work. Features rare photos of remarkably ingenious and very deadly improvised weapons made by guerrillas, secret agents, criminals and freedom fighters, all collected from prisons, police departments and Third World countries. For information purposes only.
$18.00
Softcover 978-0-87364-702-1 160 pages 5.5" x 8.5" photos, illust.