How do I choose a throwing knife?

First, consider what you want to accomplish. To develop throwing skills as a backyard hobby, you can get any set of throwing knives. To develop skills to eventually compete, invest in a set of competition quality knives.

Which throwing knife should I start with, as a beginner?

There are three kinds of throwing knives: blade-heavy, handle-heavy and balanced. A balanced, throwing knife is the best option for a beginner, as it can be gripped and thrown by either the blade or handle.

How do I grip a throwing knife?

There are two basic grips: hammer grip and pinch grip. For the hammer grip, hold the thrower just like you would a hammer with the fingers wrapped around the handle. For the pinch grip, grip either the handle or the blade between the thumb and index finger in a secure pinch hold.

How do I throw a knife?

Grip the knife, extend the arm straight toward the target and then, bring arm up and back bending from the elbow. Now, draw the arm all the way up and back alongside the ear and swing the arm down rapidly forward in a downward motion, releasing the thrower.

Where is the best point in the throw to release the throwing knife?

Timing is everything in the release, but it does depend on the distance from the target you are. For close distances, release the knife in front of your head and for longer distances, release the knife behind your head.

How do I perform a no-spin throw?

This is definitely a skill to work toward in knife-throwing. Use the drive finger grip, which is where the index finger is positioned along the knife’s spine and the handle is pinched between the thumb and the length of the middle finger. The thumb guides the movement and the index finger drives the thrower forward when it’s released.

What does a throwing competition target look like?

The bull’s-eye is 4” in diameter with a secondary ring of 8” in diameter and the outer ring is 16” in diameter. This is the format you should use to practice for an American Knife Throwers Alliance competition.

Throwing Knives

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Gil Hibben Large Triple Throwing Knife Set

Gil Hibben 11.3" Triple Throwing Knife Set with Sheath

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Super Spartan Throwing Dagger

$33.99

Designed by Gil Hibben, who is a master knife maker and an avid knife thrower, it’s perfectly balanced for great throws every time

Gil Hibben Pro Throwing Axe

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Gil Hibben Professional Throwing Knives Triple Set with Sheath

$39.99

Gil Hibben Champion Throwing Knife Set With Sheath - Solid, One-Piece Stainless Steel Construction, Lanyard Hole - Length 11”

Gil Hibben Champion Throwing Knife Set

$47.99

Triple Threat Kunai Knife Set with Sheath

$19.99

Ridge Runner 12 Ninja Throwing Knives Set with Sheath

Ridge Runner Ninja Throwing Knives Set

$44.99

Guide to Knife Throwing: Instructions & Illustrations

$12.99

Polished stainless steel throwing knife with several thru-holes on a wood background.

Single piece of mirror polished stainless steel throwing knife with 5 various sized through holes.

Polished throwing kife enclosed in black leather sheath attached to a belt positioned on top of the leg.

Mirror polished "Gil Hibben" throwing knife imbeded into the bulls-eye of a wooden target.

Polished throwing knife in black leather sheath with cross hatched pattern and button closure.

Large "Gil Hibben" mirror polished throwing knife being held diagonally in front of a wood background.

Gil Hibben III Throwing Knife

$36.99

24-Piece Ridge Runner Throwing Knives Set

Ridge Runner 24-Piece Throwing Knives Set

$64.99

Always expanding its armory with something exceptional, Honshu presents a kunai set you’re going to want to add to your armory

All three of the throwers can be stored and carried in a tough, nylon belt sheath, which has a snap strap closure to secure them

The handles are wrapped in black, waxed cotton cord for a comfortable, no-slip grip and each features an open-ring pommel

Each has a one-piece, 7Cr13 stainless steel construction with a partial blood groove and a 7 1/8” edge with penetrating point

Honshu Kunai Set

$57.99

Expendables Kunai Three-Piece Throwing Knife Set

Expendables Kunai Three-Piece Throwing Knife Set

$62.99

THROWING KNIVES FAQS

How do I choose a throwing knife?
First, consider what you want to accomplish. To develop throwing skills as a backyard hobby, you can get any set of throwing knives. To develop skills to eventually compete, invest in a set of competition quality knives.
Which knife should I start with, as a beginner?
There are three kinds of throwing knives: blade-heavy, handle-heavy and balanced. A balanced, throwing knife is the best option for a beginner, as it can be gripped and thrown by either the blade or handle.
How do I grip a throwing knife?
There are two basic grips: hammer grip and pinch grip. For the hammer grip, hold the thrower just like you would a hammer with the fingers wrapped around the handle. For the pinch grip, grip either the handle or the blade between the thumb and index finger in a secure pinch hold.
How do I throw the knife?
Grip the knife, extend the arm straight toward the target and then, bring arm up and back bending from the elbow. Now, draw the arm all the way up and back alongside the ear and swing the arm down rapidly forward in a downward motion, releasing the thrower.
Where is the best point in the throw to release the knife?
Timing is everything in the release, but it does depend on the distance from the target you are. For close distances, release the knife in front of your head and for longer distances, release the knife behind your head.
How do I perform a no-spin throw?
This is definitely a skill to work toward in knife-throwing. Use the drive finger grip, which is where the index finger is positioned along the knife’s spine and the handle is pinched between the thumb and the length of the middle finger. The thumb guides the movement and the index finger drives the thrower forward when it’s released.
What does a throwing competition target look like?
The bull’s-eye is 4” in diameter with a secondary ring of 8” in diameter and the outer ring is 16” in diameter. This is the format you should use to practice for an American Knife Throwers Alliance competition.