BACKWOODSMAN MAGAZINE

For those interested in ancient, primitive, and traditional weapons,etc. as well as survival, outdoors lore,etc. I suggest a they subscribe to BACKWOODSMAN MAGAZINE at their earliest opportunity. The website is www.backwoodsmanmag.com and you can e-mail the editor at bwmmag@charter.net Thanks in advance and let me know your comments on this. The present issue has several articles on blades and sticks,etc.

THE CANE & WALKING STICK

Many are aware of the cane or walking stick as a weapon and also know about sword canes, pistol canes,etc. More on this topic later.

THE UMBRELLA

The umbrella,hardly carried or used by Americans of both sexes, is not only a shade from the sun(parasol) and rain and other things, but an excellent weapon if employed properly. In the Philippines, the umbrella is called 'PAYONG' and in Arnis, Eskrima, and the 'Kali" the 'payong' is a technique used by many who practice stick and blade fighting arts.