So why is it called a "haymaker"??

[Guest]

A haymaker punch is a wide swinging punch where you put should power in. Also put your weight into it.

IS, I wasn't asking WHAT it was, I was asking WHY it was called that.

[wissy]

The exact answer is on this website.

[jack_the_rippuh]

the guy three replies ago said it best..

[Silverfox]

Thought it was the swing motion of the reaper (device) they used to cut the hay. Had to swing it to make the hay.

Correct. It is a scythe that is used. I heard that the two explanations can be made. One cuts the hay...while the pitchfork actually makes the stacks. I would probably tend to go more with the scythe aspect.