Advanced Balisong Manual Apr 2026

It is often cited as a must-have for collectors and martial arts practitioners due to Imada’s authoritative standing in the industry.

The , authored by Jeff Imada and first published in 1986 , is considered a definitive instructional resource for the Filipino butterfly knife (balisong). It serves as a more technical expansion of Imada's original 1984 book, The Balisong Manual . Overview and Publication Details Advanced Balisong Manual

Sections focused on offensive and defensive use, including restraining holds. It is often cited as a must-have for

Typically a softcover/trade paperback featuring hundreds of detailed sequential photographs to demonstrate complex movements. Core Content and Topics and impressive aerial flips.

Detailed guides on grip changes, rotations, and impressive aerial flips.