Black Triangle Silat | Silat Weapons of Destruction - Kapak Kecil (Small Axe).

This article was written by my good friend and Harimau Berantai teacher Maha Guru Jak Othman. It focuses on kapak kecil, a weapon used in the Java Berantai silat style. Although the Minangkabau Harimau silat system does not traditionally use this weapon within its teachings, the knowledge Guru Jak shares in his writings is of great worth to any pesilat (silat player) no matter what the fighting style.
A pesilat should be able to adapt their art to use any weapon. The kapak kecil is a very effective fighting tool in mid and close range - the handle is used in trapping and striking, whilst the blades for hacking and punching your opponent. Using your langkah (footwork) and kelekan (body angling) to avoid attacks from your opponent helps utilize the kapak to its full effect, targeting the ribs, chest, neck and head.