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Finger twirl pass 2

Trailing

Another same handle finger twirl pass, but instead of hitting the catching hand "head on", we're allowing the motion to continue and grabbing from the "trailing" side of the handle.






Download an AVI of the technique here.



Preview the Technique here with the smaller GIF file.

 step 1
1. Start in the Forward grip, closed position.








 step 2
2. Begin by executing a Horizontal basic opening.








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 step 5
5.After the ricochet that would lead into the open position, move the catching hand into position.







 step 6
6. The Index finger of the Right hand (in this case) points down toward the floor and the Middle, Ring fingers and Pinky are extended straight out. This gives the clearance for the safe handle to be passed between the Index and Middle fingers of the left hand.






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 step 9
9. After the pass, turn you wrist over to keep the motion going and you're in position to finish the move with a Horizontal basic opening.






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Check here (TRtwirlpass2 drill) for a good practice drill.