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Sevillian Steel: The Traditional Knife-Fighting Arts Of Spain
James Loriega

Paladin Press, 1999 - 184 pages

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NAVAJA!!!

This was a great book. It is not, however, to be considered an introductory text. Mister Loriega discusses the history of the navaja fighting knife in great detail -- of course, certain aspects of the history are unknown, but he does the best that he can. The navaja, for those of you who are unfamiliar, is a large folding knife with a clasp lock which was popular with Spaniards, Gypsies, and sailors. It often is seen with a recurved blade that has a pronounced clip point. Usuually the craftsmanship is excellent, resulting in a work of art that cuts. The finest modernized version of the navaja (in my humble opinion) is the "Vaquero Grande" produced by Cold Steel, which can be snapped open with one hand to reveal a fully serrated edge.

This book is divided into a number of sections. According to Loriega, traditional training in the art of the navaja comes in three distinct levels: streetfighting, sneaky tricks, and mastery. He then gives numerous examples of technique from each level. Good advice on knife selection and concealed carry. Also includes knife defense methods utilizing the cape (jacket) and cane -- as well as details as to the lost Gypsy art of THROWING SCISSORS! Although the methodology is fairly specialized, this is one of the finest knifefighting texts I've seen in a long time.


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The History and Lore of the Navaja

This book is the prime English-language source for information on the history and use of the Spanish navaja. Although not intended as a technical manual, Sevillian Steel nonetheless provides insights on how this particular edged weapon was used in times when every man, and many women, carried one.
Of greater significance is the history and lore it provides on the Andalusian culture and the significance of the navaja within that culture. The novice knife enthusiast will yearn to learn more of the methods touched upon in the book; the veteran enthusiast will yearn to travel to Spain to experience the sources of those methods first-hand. Whatever category you fall into, throw a Flamenco CD on the player, pour yourself a glass of Rioja, and sit back and enjoy the book.


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Spain's rich hisory of blade-handling comes alive through photos, rare historical illustrations and colorful stories from American ninjutsu master James Loriega. He presents the secrets of the three distinct styles of Eveillian Steel - this book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in knives, knife-fighting, European martial arts or Spanish culture.



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