Quote Originally Posted by Nighthawk View Post
(This is a general rule for all Western martial arts, which is different from Eastern martial arts, where all (emphasis mine-JCS) techniques are taught ambidextrous.)
Actually, Nighthawk, that's a very broad generalization. Most, if not all, of the Japanese sword techniques are right-handed only. (I study Aikido, which utilizes some sword training to inform the open-handed movements. Open-hand techniques are trained both ways. I also have it on authority from some Kendo practitioners.) Not that one couldn't also do weapons training on the left side, but that could put one at least at a disadvantage fighting a right-handed opponent, if not into some truly dangerous positions, depending on the attack/counter.


As far as the OP. I concur with the other gentlemen that have posted. Dirk on the right hand side, belt over the waistcoat.