Bokken vs. Longsword

Discussion in 'Western Martial Arts' started by Louie, Jan 29, 2008.

  1. Polar Bear

    Polar Bear Moved on

    35 it says but really I think I could take more. Unless they are vicious wee sods like my son and learned the Leichtenhauer guards before the alphabet.

    The Bear.
     
  2. RAbid Hamster

    RAbid Hamster Herr Trubelmacher

    I had 29 but after I complained about not being allowed a sword I was informed ...

    you are only allowed to use your sword(s) in either your house when no-one else is around, or in partick burgh hall between 3 and 6pm on a sunday.... or in the dawn duellists place in edinburgh when you go there.

    any other time, swords are not allowed to be used, nor should they be pined for, nor their lack of use be complained about.


    Yours is not the only small child to be taught Liechtenhauer before he can read. My mate Zornhau's child (Kurtshau) actually took his father to task for not doing 'bish bash' properly (they use stiff foam swords at present). Z had to get Meyer out and show him the schrankhut guard and explain krumphau before small child would accept that it was a valid technique. Children today!
     
  3. Polar Bear

    Polar Bear Moved on


    he he he, I bet dad was SOOOOOOO proud.

    The Bear.
     
  4. Louie

    Louie STUNT DAD Supporter

    Hi Bear & Hamster...

    I take it it's a quite day at work? :D

    Louie
     

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  5. Polar Bear

    Polar Bear Moved on

    Yeah and we're waiting for another thought provoking post from you to direct our attention. So get a move on will ya.

    The Bear.
     
  6. RAbid Hamster

    RAbid Hamster Herr Trubelmacher

    most productive thing I've done today is a print run homer race night race-card in colour for the bossess boss. thank the gods for map, an internet server thats unmonitored (well it is monitored but only in spanish as its in madrid) and a little silly distraction.

    ps: Louie, you are the sensible face of GCoD.
     
  7. Polar Bear

    Polar Bear Moved on

    Speaking of respectable, I finally got a good image of you ready for freeplay George.
     

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  8. Louie

    Louie STUNT DAD Supporter

    Okay but I've posted it in the Weapons Section...

    Louie

    "the sensible face of GCoD".
     
  9. RAbid Hamster

    RAbid Hamster Herr Trubelmacher

    I see andy has had a go at the mensur as well. Well 'ard!

    I'd like some entrance music....

    Andy Pandy's coming to freeplay
    La la la la la la
    Andy Pandy's not had a good day so better wear some decent padding
    La la la la la
     
  10. Polar Bear

    Polar Bear Moved on

    I take it my ass is getting well kicked on sunday.

    The Bear.
     
  11. Langenschwert

    Langenschwert Molon Labe

    Here are a few. Mostly throws, but you get the idea. They are done reasonably slowly so you can see what's going on. The first one uses the grip to throw the opponent, which is my favourite type of throw.

    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6Pnw-9A8qQ"]Halfsword Throw - Ringen am Schwert (Wrestling at the Sword) - YouTube[/ame]
    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UIFIn6tAI3A"]Disarm/Throw - Ringen am Schwert ("Wrestling at the Sword") - YouTube[/ame]
    [ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Y54lrNuWqw[/ame]
    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cXbZqKnwDbQ"]Hip Throw - Ringen am Schwert ("Wrestling at the Sword") - YouTube[/ame]

    This first one has a one-handed variant of the throw using the grip. The second one details a scissors lock near the end.

    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YQP6lthpLA"]Longsword some techniques II (old interpretation) - YouTube[/ame]
    [ame="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lYwdE3f5fFQ&feature=related"]Longsword some techniques I (old interpretation) - YouTube[/ame]

    Best regards,

    -Mark
     
  12. Stolenbjorn

    Stolenbjorn Valued Member

    So is my son, we think and rais the same way :D Here's a picture of him in action: http://www.n4f.no/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=813&d=1176328844 (He's the one wearing baggy pants)
     
  13. Polar Bear

    Polar Bear Moved on

    Need login so I can't see the picture.

    The Bear.
     
  14. Stolenbjorn

    Stolenbjorn Valued Member

    For someone living in 1409, theese technical things are difficult :confused:
    Here's the picture again; this time uploaded; perhaps I get it right this time...
     

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  15. Polar Bear

    Polar Bear Moved on

    Totally cool mate.

    The Bear.
     
  16. RAbid Hamster

    RAbid Hamster Herr Trubelmacher

    I'll have 5 crowns on the short dude to win! ;)
     
  17. Polar Bear

    Polar Bear Moved on

    The kid has nice posture that's for sure.

    The Bear.
     
  18. koyo

    koyo Passed away, but always remembered. RIP.

    Great posture. I suggest wearing a cod piece around the house for the next couple of years.


    regards koyo
     
  19. koyo

    koyo Passed away, but always remembered. RIP.

    Triangular entry (advancement) is fundamental to eastern sword work. Looking at the weatern clips I can see that it is the same in these arts as well. The three timings you guys explained to me in the eastern western sword comparison thread advocate advancement.

    Being half the size of the bear I cannot afford to retreat :Angel: So advancement is my major principle.

    Below using sen timing to enter on an attack.

    regards koyo
     

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  20. koyo

    koyo Passed away, but always remembered. RIP.

    Young David using side stepping.The alignment allows an attack to the head or wrist ot thrust to the face,throat or abdomen.

    regards koyo

    langenswert..really enjoy the clips...so similar.
     

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    Last edited: Feb 2, 2008

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