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Things Beginners Should Know Before Using Butterfly Knife


Knives are not just the utility tools used in the kitchen; they have been a key tool for plenty of uses. We have different types of knives used for different purposes. For example, we have knives used as fighting weapons and as everyday carry tools. If you explore the market, there are thousands of different blades. Among all the knives available in the market today, the most unique are the butterfly knives, also called balisong knives. Though it does not necessarily appear like a butterfly, but it is quite different from others. If you are a beginner, you need to be aware of certain things before using a butterfly knife. Here are some important things to know:

Butterfly Knife is Not a Typical Knife

As mentioned, butterfly knife is a unique knife that looks pretty different from a typical knife. To start with, it has two handles. Yes, two. Both the handles are moveable. The blade is just one though and is usually concealed between the two handles. The two handles can be moved to close or open the blade. When closed, there is a safety lock that locks the blade to prevent opening itself. In a closed position, it looks like a stick which can be carried in a pocket. This was the motivation behind manufacturing such a knife to carry it in the pocket with ease and comfort. 

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Butterfly Knife is Unsafe and Tough

A beginner should be aware that butterfly knife is tough to handle. Because it is different, you have no idea how to use it unless you are an expert. Since you are unaware of how to use it, it can be extremely dangerous for you. Being a beginner, you need to be careful while using it. It has a sharp blade that keeps you vulnerable to accidental injuries all the time. Many unskilled users have suffered injuries while using it for the first time. So, it is a caution to ensure your safety while using this unique knife.

Butterfly Knife Trainer is a Safe Alternative

Butterfly knife trainer is designed as an alternative to the real balisong knife. It is safe to use knife with a blunt blade. However, it appears exactly like a butterfly knife. There are similar parts except the blade which has no sharpness at all. This blunt blade has no capacity to inflict any injuries. It is designed exclusively for practice purpose. If you want to learn using this knife, make sure to stay safe by learning it by using a trainer knife.

Trainer Knife is Just for Training! 

Keep in mind that butterfly trainer knife is just for practice purpose. You can’t use it for any other task. That means, you need to buy both of them. A trainer knife for practice and then the real knife for use. Once you have gained all the essential skills or know how to correctly use it, you can switch to real butterfly knife. 
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