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Backhand Pass
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This is a nice smooth finesse pass that is confusing to look at straight on due to the catching hand covering before the switch. This gives it an advantage in self defense situatuions.
Download an AVI of the technique here.
Preview the Technique here with the smaller GIF file.
1. Start in the Forward grip, open position.
2.
3. Execute an inside Pivot .......
4.
5. ......into a Backhand grip.
During the Pivot, bring the opposite hand over and into position..........
6. .........for the switch.
7.Notice how the outer edge of the catching hand pulls the tip of the blade across the front of your body.
8. Open the passing hand and .......
9........ complete the exchange.