ModernHojoUndo

This is exactly right. There are a few techniques like that later in the kata. I tried them on one of my training partners at maybe 2% power and he said his jaw was sore for three days. That's when I realized nunchakus really are lethal force. That's also why I use a dummy for the video.

Are there any videos of his applications? I'd love to see them!

My theory is this is a beginner kata so the finger spins, flips, and how to sync it to epic music will be in the next one.

The group I train with took a crack at interpreting Kobu Nunchaku and I think we came up with some good stuff. I made a video to demonstrate the beginning section. I can make videos of the other sections if people are interested. I'd love to hear any questions, comments, or even snide remarks. Thanks. Here's the whole kata performed by Nishiuchi Mikio Shihan