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Rh his opponent when employing the downward wrench. On the other hand, the assailant who employs the upward or side wrench has the advantage.

Here is the cue for some valuable work that may be employed both for muscular development and for use in attack or defence. This hand-clasp cannot be taken always with sufficient speed, but when it can be done it proves most effective. Much time should be given to trials of this feat, as it is an especially valuable one in combat when it can be employed as a surprise—that is, when the man attacked has no idea that this form of assault is to be employed.

When employing the upward wrench, the assailant uses this hand-clasp, forcing the fingers of the right hand between those of his antagonist's right hand and taking the tightest hold possible. At the same time the attacking one employs his left hand in a strong pinch on the middle of the victim's upper right arm. The man on the defence finds his right arm going up over his head, while his seized hand is being forced backward toward his wrist in a