Comment by nowifeorgf on Armageddon

@nowifeorgf hmm checkered metal grips are probably best,you want something that doesnt get slippery when wet,allows you to switch knife positions easily.
But you also want an indexxed grip(you can feel which way the blade-edge is just by feeling the grip).
It also helps to have a pommel.
Generally speaking MY preferences for knives dont change based on wether my opponent has knives or fists.however if you desire more hand protection check out the handguards on main gouche companion daggers(which were used with swords while dueling,usually with rapiers and epees).