James Williams, the designer of the Hissatsu™,
is a former Army officer and martial arts practitioner/instructor with
over years of experience. He knows cutlery as President of Bugei Trading
Company, producer of fine Samurai swords. As one who has trained tactical
law enforcement and military forces for the SureFire Institute, he has
developed a unique and powerful approach to unarmed combatives. His system
of defensive tactics, known as The System of Tactical Strategy, has its
origins in the ancient Samurai military systems as well as the Russian
military art of Systema.
A key part of this system is the Hissatsu based on an old Japanese design.
The unique shape of the blade, made famous by the legendary Samurai warlord
Takeda Shingen, provides enormous penetrating power and superior slashing
capability in one blade, which works with the natural motion of the body.
James arrived at this modern version as a backup weapon for close-quarters
combat. This is a focused single-purpose knife for use in anti-terrorist/close-quarters
battle (CQB) environments, either as a primary or a secondary weapon to
augment the handgun in the hands of trained professionals.
The Hissatsu’s dual grind Tanto blade is 0A stainless steel, high satin
finished. For those who prefer a non-reflective finish, the Hissatsu is
available with a black EDP blade or in Desert Tan dress with titanium nitride
blade coating.
To aid in law enforcement and military training, a Hissatsu Trainer is
now available with a blue handle and aluminum blade with a rounded trainer
edge.
The handle is in a traditional Japanese pattern, but is Twin-Fused™,
double injection-molded with a high-impact polypropylene core, butt and
hilt, and a nonslip Kraton® handle surface. Oyatsubo, the emperor node
on the omote (outside/ public side) of the tuska (handle), allows you to
know which direction the blade is facing, even in compromised lighting
conditions, by touch.
The custom injection-molded Zytel® sheaths (in matching black, Desert
Tan or blue) grip the knife firmly, and have removable belt clips which
can be attached high or low, vertical or horizontal with the black two-piece
screws provided. There are also holes and slots for carry on belts, webbing
or equipment.
The Hissatsu is intended for use only by trained law enforcement and
military tactical team professionals. Enormous power in a light, flat package
makes for easy carry with many options for placement on tactical gear.
Paul Howe-Combat Shooting and TacticsJames Williams new knife/short sword is the perfect tool to compliment the soldier in close quarter battle situations. Without a handgun, soldiers can now deliver immediate devastating and deadly force to an enemy in close quarter battle environments should the need arise. Light for its weight, the Hisshou is strong and fast and can either stab creating massive and deep entry wounds or slash and sever. Being a former field soldier, I have also used it for light brush work to ensure it would hold up to the demands. It performed without missing a beat.
Paul Howe-Combat Shooting and Tactics (http://www.combatshootingandtactics.com/)
Steve Mattoon Master InstructorThe Hisshou in my early opinion (I have only had mine a few weeks) is a combat blade of exceptional value to anyone using it in a close combat role. I am working on getting to three thousand strokes of varying protocols before really jumping in with what I consider facts, but at this point (Over 1300 strokes)I can safely say that at 18.5 inches with a 3/4 inch curve the Hisshou is an awesome cutting weapon. The 12.5 inch blade is heavier than the handle and can deliver leveraged power that will cut through any human defense I know of. The point is a penetrater that will; I believe penetrate almost any clothing in existence (I have not yet tested on body armor) I have used knives and swords my entire life and currently rate the Hisshou as one of the best short swords I have used. The weapon is long but can still be readily concealed with proper harnessing and can be instantly drawn. I have had to use knives twice in combat in my career and I believe that the Hisshou will become one of the most feared of fighting short swords, I know it was not designed as a true short sword but in my humble opinion that is what it is. If carrying one and finding ones self in close range combat users will quickly find the balance, non slip handle, blade weight and design will allow even marginally trained fighters to hold their own against multiple opponents. A strike that scores on a human arm or leg will be an incapacitating strike that will not be recovered from. I will add to what I have said here once I have had my Hisshou long enough to where it has become a part of me and not the new “Friend” that it is now…Great job, Thank you.
Steve Mattoon Master Instructor http://www.teamnsa.com/
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