phoenix
Yellow Belt
I have been having a discussion with some friends regarding finger whips (aka basically similar to the Crane Finger Whips found in AK's Finger Set). Let's set up a quick scenario. Take Sword and Hammer, eliminate the initial handsword and make it a Finger Whip to the eyes (so the whip's trajectory is to your flank rather than straight ahead). The rest of the technique can remain the same.
When executing this finger whip (or one similar), IDEALLY, what part of your hand should make contact with the opponents eyes? And Why?
Some options:
a. The very tips of the fingers/fingernail surface
b. The first knuckle joint down from the fingertips
c. The longer, flatter 'middle' portion of the finger (as if curling your hands halfway to a fist where the portion of the finger between first and second joint/knuckle are the striking surface)
d. Other
I have my own thoughts, but don't want to prejudice my own question just yet.
To add a bit more spin, does the striking surface you are utilizing for the finger whip vary based on target (eyes vs. nose vs. cheek) or would you use the same striking surface regardless of the target?
I look forward to your replies!
Thanks.
Sean
When executing this finger whip (or one similar), IDEALLY, what part of your hand should make contact with the opponents eyes? And Why?
Some options:
a. The very tips of the fingers/fingernail surface
b. The first knuckle joint down from the fingertips
c. The longer, flatter 'middle' portion of the finger (as if curling your hands halfway to a fist where the portion of the finger between first and second joint/knuckle are the striking surface)
d. Other
I have my own thoughts, but don't want to prejudice my own question just yet.
To add a bit more spin, does the striking surface you are utilizing for the finger whip vary based on target (eyes vs. nose vs. cheek) or would you use the same striking surface regardless of the target?
I look forward to your replies!
Thanks.
Sean