This book is your definitive guide to selecting and conditioning gamefowl for high-stakes long knife competitions. At its core is the Rotation Method—a proven, adaptable training system that not only excels with the long knife but also integrates seamlessly with other weapons such as gaffs and short knives.
Mastering the long knife requires more than raw talent; it demands the refinement of your bird's natural gifts. Speed, strength, gameness, and precision cutting are the hallmarks of success in this sport. While certain bloodlines may carry these traits innately, disciplined training elevates them further—enhancing agility, building lasting power, and sharpening accuracy to razor-edge perfection.
Yet the pursuit of excellence is never complete. Conditioning methods evolve, and the best keep pushing forward. By embracing innovation and continuously refining our practices, we unlock the full potential of our gamefowl—preparing them not just to enter the pit, but to perform at the highest level with confidence and mastery
