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- What is another name for a throwing knife?
- Is kunai the same as throwing knife?
- What is the meaning of throwing knife?
What is another name for a throwing knife?
Throwing knives saw use in central Africa. The wide area they were used over means that they were referred to by a number of names such as Onzil, Kulbeda, Mambele, Pinga and Trombash. These weapons had multiple iron blades and were used for warfare and hunting.
Is kunai the same as throwing knife?
Contrary to popular belief, kunai were not designed to be used primarily as throwing weapons. Instead, kunai were primarily tools and, when used as weapons, were stabbing and thrusting implements. Varieties of kunai include short, long, narrow-bladed, saw-toothed, and wide-bladed.
What is the meaning of throwing knife?
: a knifelike weapon often with several blades set at different angles that is used by some central African people for casting at an enemy or animal.
