punching with pinky up

[Von Milash]

i've heard of this, called a corkscrew, designed to open a cut by twisting. as monkey said, also helps snap. (a bit I suppose). trouble is, it's conducive to bringing your elbow up early, telegraphing your punch. you'll also tend to hit with the back of the hand. ie, pure garbage.

whoever taught you this should stick to teaching kids self esteem through his McKarate. the word "course" is all we need to hear to know what way the wind is blowing.

it's a f'in joke. run for the hills. or a legit boxing gym where they know what they're talking about, unlike this asshole who's got a black belt despite never being so much as punched in the face.

Like I said theyre exageratting
If you really want to cut a guy up using the corkscrew,wait until after you make contact,then twist
Better yet skiff the jab off the outside part of the eyebrow,you want to come in with a body hook or uppercut with your other hand,because to really tear the eye up you have to skiff it and drag it,so it cuts,so your a little out of position,so you want to buy yourself the time to reset

I know, and I know you know. But still, for a national coach to be advocating this, even if intended to develop a good habit, will only lead to bad. It's something a seasoned fighter should do at opportune times, as you've alluded to.

Basics will always be basics.