This guide will help you choose your knuckle-duster. Follow our advice and learn everything you need to know about this effective defence weapon. Used to amplify blows while protecting your hand, the knuckles appeared in France during the First World War, it was then associated with a dagger. Initially made of lead, this material was quickly abandoned and replaced by steel. Indeed, following a prolonged contact with perspiration and water, lead caused a very serious intoxication in the soldiers called lead poisoning. Brought to the United States by Asian immigration at the beginning of the 19th century, the knuckle-duster was used as a street weapon. Adopted in the ghettos, it was used for attack and defence.
Numerous models
Now made of steel, metal, bronze or titanium, the knuckles can also be decorated with different patterns. Certain models can also be integrated into accessories: key rings, belts, bottle openers, etc. It is however forbidden to wear and carry the knuckles without a legitimate reason.
The law changes in September 2025, classifying now the 4 holes knuckles in category A-1, prohibited weapons.
1 or 2 fingers knuckles remain in category D-2
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