The Ancient History of Knuckle Duster

In the United States, these amazing fighting tools are called" knuckle duster"; however, generally known as "knucks" otherwise "knuckle duster" (most common in British English), and translated from German they are known as "punch rings. As a renowned type of artificial knuckles, knuckle dusters are also referred to as "sap gloves" For years, boxers have secretly used knuckle duster to achieve an unfair reward against their opponents. 

A historical analysis indicates that Knuckle duster is generally believed to be an ancient Roman "caestus"; a type of leather and metal-made gloves or hand guards used during boxing games at the fighting event. In contrast to the present boxing gloves, which are utilized to beat the Warriors' anger and along these lines to decrease physical wounds, punches were utilized to extend the harm caused by harm or stun.

The Cestus: Earliest Form of Knuckle Duster

The basic form of Cestus has been a progression of leather straps ties that were attached to the hand. Greeks used hand-to-hand contests in the grand fighting arenas. In Roman Latin, cestus suggests the meaning of a leather strap that was shielded or bound in items like belts. The Romans reformed the straps by adding metal parts containing studs and iron plates. 

One of the most harmful versions of the knuckle duster contained "limb-piercer"; also, the originally Greek sphairai, slender leather straps that included cutting blades. This ancient form of brass knuckle was often used by attacking players where non-armed fighters - usually slaves - fighting to the death. This type of boxing was eventually banned due to its severity.

"Tekko"- Japanese ancient Knuckle Duster

The most popular portrayal of the cestus is depicted in the iconic statue of the Boxer Quirinal. The seated figure is wearing his leather wrap, the "cestus" in one of his hands. "Tekko" is another name for the same weapon that is also the traditional weapon of Kobudo, a kind of martial art from Okinawa, Japan. 

Mostly, this weapon is used by martial artists and is usually made up of wood, metal or any other tough and sturdy material. To be more specific, the "tekko" is a type of horseshoe that was used by the Japanese farmers to as a fighting and self defense weapon/tool in the ancient era of feudal Japan.

The Current form of Knuckle Duster

The Knuckle duster has gone through different changes to obtain its current form and shape as a self defense weapon to be used when any situation requires an urgent reaction. The historical analysis of the knuckle duster reflects that these were primary weapons used in hand to hand fighting; specifically designed to provide punching forces with smaller and more difficult contact areas that result in tissue damage and increase the possibility of breaking the bones of the victim.

Usually made in factories in Pakistan or China knuckle duster is usually built from aluminum or steel. Chrome or brass color or any kind of color is then applied. Knuckle duster and brass knuckles are rare because of the weight and cost of brass, which can range up to $80 + per pair.

There are also other kinds of the knuckle duster that are made of plastic; yet, they can serve the similar function as the metal kind. However, these are much lighter and less likely to be detected. Among the various kinds of the knuckle duster, the spiked knuckle duster is considered to be the most vicious one as it cannot only break bones into pieces but also shred tissues. Before you purchase this amazing fighting tool, it is recommended to check with your local laws with regard to its legality.