Indian Self-Defense(?) Oddity

[Atlantia]

Originally Posted by fearn

Hi Atlantia,

There are Japanese and Chinese versions of this type of weapon. I don't recall the Japanese categorical name, but "hand loads" fits.

Think of it as the equivalent of a brass knuckles, or something someone would have in their pocket for problems. The kubotan is from the same lineage, as are Chinese Judge's pens.

F

Hi Fearn
Good observations
Well, its certainly a step-up from putting a horseshoe in in boxing glove
I've never seen this type of thing in Indian weaponry though, have you?
Regards
Gene