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Anaconda attack, Would your folder save you?

I would think that if you were in its coils with one arm free, that a sharp small knife would be better than a large chopper. With incentive, I can cut through a slab of meat the girth of a man's thighs with a SAK in less than 30 secs probably, and so can most of you. I mean I've cut through a roast using a kitchen paring knife. Muscle is meat. Cut across the grain of that meat and the entire length of that muscle is useless because it no longer has the connection to contract across its length. I don't think a snake is one long piece of muscle so you'd have to cut through several areas to totally disable it, but I'll bet cutting through one section is enough for it to let go and try to get away from you, not because it's totally disabled but because you'll have hurt it more than it cares for a meal.
 
Grapevine said:
I would think that if you were in its coils with one arm free, that a sharp small knife would be better than a large chopper. With incentive, I can cut through a slab of meat the girth of a man's thighs with a SAK in less than 30 secs probably, and so can most of you. I mean I've cut through a roast using a kitchen paring knife. Muscle is meat. Cut across the grain of that meat and the entire length of that muscle is useless because it no longer has the connection to contract across its length. I don't think a snake is one long piece of muscle so you'd have to cut through several areas to totally disable it, but I'll bet cutting through one section is enough for it to let go and try to get away from you, not because it's totally disabled but because you'll have hurt it more than it cares for a meal.
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sure, now go and test that theory:p
 
Ok so the only way we are going to know, is to get a volunteer to go a round with a big python or an anaconda, He can have the folder of his choice in his pocket, rub a rat or two on his face to get the scent and we're ready to start video rolling, so who's up for it?
 
There are very few, if any, animals that have claws/ teeth that can compete with a well build sharp knife. I would just come down to if you could deploy the knife or if you get caught totally off guard before you had a chance. If it came down to somthing like a wild dog, I would hope to give up my weak arm and devistate him with my knife hand. Snake would be over quick as long as you have the ability to get to the knife. Now a lion/tiger, well, you might need a really sharp sword, or better yet a gun. All pretty unlikely, but if I was a mail man, I'd have more than just some mace on hand.

Oh, and for about $10,000 I'd try to fight a hugh snake to the death. Don't know bout the rat rubbed on my face bit, but bring on the snake. Considering how broke I am, I might even do it for $5000. Might feel bad about killing the poor snake though. -Or, my family might feel bad about me being killed by the snake.
 
Do you ever watch that tv show killer instinct with that aussie guy Rob Breddle I think his name is? This guy has nerves of steel he messes around with crocodiles like they were geckos, but the python his zoo is the only thing that scares him. By the way, was I right when I said that the constrictors dont just squeeze to cut the air supply off but also target the heart? These things kill lots of pet python owners every year, Damn, they bite your face and then wrap you up. Has anyone ever seen on the killer instinct show the pictures of the human body in the anaconda's tummy? So cool!
 
Grapevine said:
I would think that if you were in its coils with one arm free, that a sharp small knife would be better than a large chopper. With incentive, I can cut through a slab of meat the girth of a man's thighs with a SAK in less than 30 secs probably, and so can most of you. I mean I've cut through a roast using a kitchen paring knife. Muscle is meat. Cut across the grain of that meat and the entire length of that muscle is useless because it no longer has the connection to contract across its length. I don't think a snake is one long piece of muscle so you'd have to cut through several areas to totally disable it, but I'll bet cutting through one section is enough for it to let go and try to get away from you, not because it's totally disabled but because you'll have hurt it more than it cares for a meal.
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There ya go thinking again.
We had an 18 footer locked up with about a 12 foot gator for about 20 hours.
The Python took several BAD hits from the gator.
Both died .
Aint no self respecting Burmese Python gonna let go of nuttin..especially a gameboy with a Swiss Army Knife ;)
 
OilMan said:
When my brother was little he was looking at a garden snake he had caught and it latched on to his nose and wouldn't let go til my dad lit the snakes head on fire.:eek:
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Oilman, I think I like your dad. :)
 
I own four bowie knives.

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What makes anyone think I would go anywhere near Anaconda country with just a folder.

That said, I have written a news story about man who was killed with one of those tiny keychain knives like you win at a carnival... with a blade about an inch and half long.

So, I guess you could kill an Anaconda with a typical folder, if you were damned tough and damned lucky.
 
Oh man will we ever know? Who will lead us out of this valley of doubt and inexperience and speak with the words of unquestionable authority, if you are out there I implore you, Post! Can a man fend off a anaconda attack with a folder?
 
never thought about a big snake attack here in Dixie...i do know if an 8 foot python wraps up your buds girlfriend at a BBQ,toss snake on grill and add lighter fluid....and she thinks i'm just a Southern Gentleman now.i dunno i'd prefer a big fixed blade to a folder.
 
I think a fixed blade will do the trick.....if.....you are still breathing. :rolleyes:
However, I think a folder will probably break before the snake starts to itch.
 
While I am not intimately familiar with the neuroanatomy of snakes, as a physiologist, I think your best bet would be to try severing the spinal cord. The trick would be in working your blade between the vertebrae and in cutting close enough to the head to cause paralysis to most of the body musculature. Cut down too far toward the tail and all you'll accomplish is to paralyze his butt. Wouldn't really help your immediate situation, and you'll still end up, quite literally, a POS, but at least you'd have the satisfaction of knowing the discomfort you'll cause him when he ends up constipated on your digested remains.
 
I'm surprised nobody has mentioned Dark Ops, the natural choice when it comes to deanimating unruly wildlife. ;)
 
Just the other day here in Malaysia, some guys saw a big, fat python taking a siesta. This lazy, seven-metre fellow must be hibernating or something like that. It didn't even bother to put up a struggle.
It's certainly a disgrace to its other snake brethern.
There's actually no winter in Malaysia so it can't be snoozing or resting until summer comes. At seven metres, in imperial system, it's about 22ft. The width of the body is almost as thick as a young boy's body.
Luckily, the zoo has graciously accepted to adopt that "monster", otherwise it may just end up in a pot!
Of course, that doesn't mean that anybody can think that it's relatively safe to kick another python in the head, should a stranger come across another one out there in the Malaysian jungle.

:D :D
 
Reptiles have relatively small brains, but you can get to it through the eyes. If he is latched on to you, his head should be stable, so go for a stab through one of his eyes.....at least that is my plan A. Plan B involves tucking my head between my legs and kissing my arse goodbye!
 
remember they[condas and pythons ] strike and bite repetedly while there squeezing the crap out of you. best to be quik if your gonna use a knife.
 
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