Topics: Self-Defense: Know thy Crowbar

This is a very basic primer on proper crowbar technique.

We all know that a crowbar can be used for prying things - doors, nails, etc. It can also be used to smash things - doors, nails, etc.

But what about zombies? Zombies will be the focus of this particular manual though the ideas are applicable in every situation I've thought of.

I. Use the correct part of the crowbar.
When you are attacked by a zombie, resist the urge to strike with the chiseled part of the crook on the end of the crowbar! Your first goal is to break bones or otherwise disable the zombie. Always swing with crook pointed towards you until you are ready.

Why?

You tell me: Would you prefer to knock that zombie down with a solid blow to the neck and then dispatch it, or would you prefer to get your trusty crowbar stuck somewhere else in its fleshy frame? The answer is obvious.

II. When the zombie has been disabled with a solid blow to the neck or has had limbs shattered by the force of a blow, you can then begin to worry about actually dispatching the zombie.

That is what the pointed end of the crook is for: While you can always bash on a zombie your goal is always to destroy its head. Without the head, the zombie can't do anything. (So we hope). A zombie that has been properly disabled can then be destroyed by using the crowbar with the crook pointed towards the enemy.

So long as you have the upper hand (pun intended) you are free to attempt to do some real damage. Apply the chiseled crook liberally until the zombie has been dispatched. NOTE: Avoid splatter. Wear protective clothing at all times.

III. Further Considerations.
What is the best way to carry a crowbar? I recommend holding the shaft with your dominant hand with the crook over the appropriate shoulder. This minimizes the risk of it getting caught on something should you need to flee and reduces your expended energy - no running with that weight unevenly distributed to your dominant hand/arm.

This simple energy saving technique also allows you to have a blow ready when the time comes. Again, start with the blunt side of the crook to knockback/knockdown/disable the zombie. THEN worry about "killing" it.

These 3 simple ideas might just save your life if you ever find yourself alone... in a zombie apocalypse... with a crowbar.

Always keep the upper hand!