7 photos of terrifying knife hands in action

Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Andre N. McIntyre/Navy

All military service members dread the ominous  “knife-hand” when being addressed by a superior as it usually means they are being corrected or some sort of discipline is soon to follow. Below are the 8 images designed to awaken your greatest fears:

 

 

1. Recruits are quickly introduced to knife hands

Cpl. Octavia Davis/USMC

2. A loud verbal correction often accompanies a knife hand to maximize effect

Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Andre N. McIntyre/Navy

3. The knife hand extends across all branches of service

Marine Corps

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