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The Knife Thrower Summary & Study Guide. The Knife Thrower Summary. The knife thrower can be seen as a cult figure for this community, a momentary visitor who incites strange and deeply felt emotions. Like many cult figures, part of his appeal is the offer of an identity of sorts from association with him. He gives out identifying marks that can be used by the receiver as a testament to their belonging somewhere, that they are brave and willing to risk injury for something worth doing. His followers are "many, young women especially, who longed to be wounded by the master and to bear his scar proudly." This is reiterated during the performance itself as many offer themselves to be marked: "then there were other hands, young bodies straining forward, eager." The people who are marked are new members going through initiation, which is demonstrated by the assistant who is transformed from purity, marked by gleaming white and silver. 10 Best Throwing Knives (2021 Update) Buyer’s Guide. Throwing knives are among the coolest looking tactical weapons out there. The origins of throwing knives can be traced back to many ancient civilizations throughout Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas. They are widely considered one of the original weapons used by man and were purportedly the weapon of choice for Tutankhamun in Egypt around 1300 B.C (1). However, if you’ve ever tried throwing a knife, it can be quite difficult. Sure, it looks awesome in the movies when the bad guy is stopped by one, but when you’re first starting out in your backyard, there are a few tricks to learn. First, it takes hours of practice to even be somewhat decent at it. Second, you ‘ll need to accurately gauge how far the target is, how many times the knife will spin, how hard to throw, the right arm motion, and that’s not all. You’ll also find out pretty quick that having the right knife is critical. Some knives will never work for a number of reasons and you’re more likely to break them than to be remotely effective throwing them at a target. Knowing this, we’ve put together our list of the 10 Best Throwing Knives of 2021. The knives below offer quality and durability. Most are easily affordable and will provide lots of fun while practicing. We’ve also put together a buyer’s guide at the bottom to outline some of the details for choosing the best knife. 1. Smith and Wesson Throwing Knives. Smith and Wesson are known for crafting high-quality knives, and these light-weight practice blades are no exception. With their lighter weight, coming in at 4.7 ounces per blade, these are great starter blades for close-range throwing. These knives feature a double-sided blade for better penetration and are crafted with stainless steel for excellent corrosion resistance. This set comes with a nylon belt sheath for all 6 blades, making it a great option for those learning to throw knives, or for those wanting light practice knives. 2. SOG Throwing Knives. For a dedicated knife thrower, having dedicated throwing knives is a requirement. However, while learning, or deciding if throwing knives is for you, it’s nice to have the option to throw your blade, while also being able to just use it around the camp or at home. If this description matches you, look no further! SOG’s throwing knives are the perfect combo of throwing knife and camping knife. They come in a set of three versatile knives, with a straight-edge blade and a glass-reinforced, paracord-wrapped handle for added strength and grip. It also comes with a nylon belt sheath that fits all three knives. 3. Kershaw Ion Throwing Knives. Deviating a bit from the traditional throwing knife style, Kershaw has managed to make a unique, great looking knife that also operates at a high- performance level. The Ion’s ring on the back of the knife offers balance and also makes these knives easy to remove from their sheath. With a full tang stainless steel blade, this knife has great blade strength, edge retention, and corrosion resistance. With a blade length of 4.5 inches, a weight of 4 ounces per knife, and a fixed spear point blade with a black oxide finish, this a great option for anyone! 4. Cold Steel Sure Flight Throwing Knife. Well-respected in the knife manufacturing industry, Cold Steel has created yet another high-quality blade. With long, heavy blade, with an overall length of 12 inches and a weight of 8.2 ounces, this is a slow-turning long bomber. These knives are perfect for a beginner learning how to count rotation but can also be handy for a more experienced thrower wanting to perfect their long-range shots. The blade is continuous and crafted from 1055 carbon with just plain metal for the handle. 5. United Cutlery Expendables Kunai Thrower Set. Modeled after the throwing knives used in the Expendables movie, these knives may look like movie relics but they are actually great throwers. Combining style with quality, United Cutlery has made a great throwing knife for any level of throwing enthusiast. With a 12-inch overall length, a weight of 7 ounces, and a handle wrapped in paracord, this knife features a full tang stainless steel blade that has been anodized black and is well balanced. With loops in the handles for quick access and a nylon sheath, these are a great option. 6. Boker Magnum Bailey Ziel. Boker has made a great looking knife that performs to a high standard. A tournament-grade knife, the Ziel sports a stainless steel 13.25” blade. Weighing in at 14 ounces, this knife can pack a punch when it connects with its target. With convenient markers on the handle, the thrower can know exactly where to grip the knife to get a more consistent throw every time. The knife also comes with a leather sheath, and overall, it’s a great option for anyone looking for a great knife, but focused on a more experienced thrower. 7. Perfect Point Throwing Knife Set. A great option for beginners, this Perfect Point throwing knife set comes with 12 blades, six silver and six black. These stainless steel blades measure 8.5” overall, but offer a fast-spinning design, which makes them perfect for close shots. With a handle loop for quick access and cord wrapped handles, Perfect Point provides excellent quality at a very reasonable price. This set includes a nylon sheath with a belt loop and leg straps. 8. Cold Steel Torpedo Thrower. A formidable weapon or a really fun throwing tool, the Cold Steel Torpedo is a unique design for a throwing knife. Weighing a hefty 2 pounds, it’s a long cylinder of impressive force. Double-tipped for twice the chance of striking the target point-first, it’s efficient and easy to use. With enough weight to break bones on impact, even striking flat, it’s perfect for situations where guns are prohibited or unusable. Made of high strength steel, it’s perfect for beginning throwers and experts alike. At 15 inches in length, it can even be used at close quarters to strike opponents or be used as a dagger. 9. SOG Throwing Tomahawks. SOG provides yet another quality tool with these throwing tomahawks. This set is a great fit for beginners looking to improve their skill or experts looking to change up their knife throwing. They’re also perfect for general axe chores around your home or yard. Made of steel with a one-piece design, you can be confident that the axe heads won’t go flying off or break off the handle. The handle is wrapped with paracord to give sturdy a sturdy grip. They come as a set of three, with a nylon sheath that houses all three. 10. Gil Hibben Cord Grip Throwing Knife Set. Available in a set of 3, the Gil Hibben Cord Grip Throwing Knives are as well known as the man they get their name from (2). Tough and accurate, these are great throwing knives for the experienced thrower looking for knives with perfectly balanced rotation. This set is manufactured with 420 J2 Stainless Steel and includes a black nylon sheath. Each knife features non-slip, high-tensile, cord-wrapped grips with a blade length of 4.25 inches. The total length of each knife is 8.625 inches and their individual weight is a hefty 8.6 ounces.