Tom's shoulder landed under Gato's right shoulder, and the knife did not descend.

Like a flash Tom bent as he wheeled.

Gripping the mine manager by the captured arm, Tom threw him forcefully over his own shoulder.

Pedro Gato landed, half-dazed, on the ground.

Tom, snatching the knife, hurled it as far as he could throw it.
Snarling, the big fellow started to rise.