Want to show off a cool trick that’s guaranteed to impress your friends? Pull out a Balisong and start “flipping” or “fanning” it. According to The Art of the Butterfly Knife, this occurs when the two handled pocketknife “counter rotates around the tang so that the blade resides concealed inside the grooved handle.” For many, this is a technique only seen in movies. One of the big reasons for this is the legality of the Balisong, or butterfly knife. It varies from state to state. However, you can still do butterfly training with more practical, everyday items from Armory Replicas such as our Balisong Butterfly Bottle Openers and Balisong Comb Butterfly Trainer.

The Balisong originated in the Tagalong region of Batangas in the Philippines. According to The Art of the Butterfly Knife, “When workers found it inconvenient to use two hands to open a knife, the Balisongs became very popular because of of the ease of opening the Butterfly knife Butterfly knife with a single hand. Additionally, Balisongs were originally used as a straight razor before conventional razors were introduced to the Philippines.” Traditionally, it’s 29 centimeters long when fully opened.

Although flipping the Balisong is a well-known amusing/artistic trick, according to Survival Reviews, the knife is still considered a concealed weapon in many places. It’s illegal to have one Australia, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, Germany and the Netherlands, as well as some states within the U.S. According to The Art of the Butterfly Knife, the interpretation of the knife’s legality can be vastly different, depending on which state you’re in. For example, it is illegal to carry as a concealed weapon in Oregon. However, it Hawaii, they’re illegal to possess, sell, transfer, transport, or manufacture.

That shouldn’t stop you from being able to practice cool butterfly tricks. At Armory Replicas, we offer a number of practical items that allow you to take care of everyday needs while partaking in butterfly training. One of these items is our Balisong Comb Butterfly Trainer. It comes with a black stainless steel handle and features very think and heavy construction. It provides you with seamless balancing when flipping and has a fully functional harmless 3.75 inch stainless steel comb blade in a black finish. The comb comes complete with a locking catch to secure the butterfly in place where you need it. It’s the perfect practicing tool to improve your butterfly skills!

If you’re looking to practice your butterfly skills, Armory Replicas have the Balisong trainer items for you. Whether you need a comb or a bottle opener, you can take care of your everyday needs while impressing your friends, or even yourself in the mirror. Whatever your Balisong needs, we’ve got you covered at Armory Replicas!