Talk:Fists/@comment-1852943-20130409184506/@comment-6003396-20130828012659

One might be able to block a knife with their bare hands, but damage would almost certainly occur. Anything larger, like a short sword or hammer-like weapon would either crush or completely sever the fingers or hand. This would of course be conditional. If your opponent is a four year old, for example, one would have an easier time.

If you are unarmed and being attacked by someone with a knife, and they are slashing, rather than stabbing, it would be better to defend yourself with the back of the forearm, as there are comparatively fewer veins there. This is assuming that you are unable to flee or dodge.