How to Learn to Use a Kriegsmesser
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1y ago
Many people who are interested in Historical European martial arts (HEMA) are also interested in studying the large two-handed messer sword variation, which is commonly called a Kriegsmesser. This short article discusses how to learn sword fighting with a Kriegmesser and what kind of techniques work best with it. What is a Kriegsmesser Sword? The messer was a very popular type of sword used during the Middle Ages and Renaissance period of European history. While the various names are often used synonymously, messers are divided into two main types: Lange Messer (“long knives”) are one-ha ..read more
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How to Learn Rapier Historical Sword Fencing
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1y ago
Rapier is a form of fencing that uses one-handed swords. The rapier is a long, thin, pointed sword used primarily for thrusting attacks, and developed in Europe during the 16th century. The rapier was popular in Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries, and is now considered a historical weapon. Rapiers are very popular swords to use in Historical European martial arts (HEMA) and many clubs exist around the world that teach how to fight with one. If you’re going to be using a rapier in martial arts, you need to know how to handle it properly. Here are several ways to learn how to fight with a ..read more
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Is Red Dragon HEMA Gear Worth Buying for USA Beginner Swordfighters?
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1y ago
Historical European martial arts ( HEMA ) is an exciting sport and hobby enjoyed by many people that is growing in popularity every day and newbies are always looking for affordable HEMA equipment (such as fencing jackets, fencing masks, gloves, shin guards, swords, etc.) they can use as starter gear until they are ready for higher levels of play, such as participating in tournaments. While there are many excellent brands producing HEMA equipment, much of this can be fairly expensive so people like to read reviews about they invest the money to buy their historical fencing gear. As we discuss ..read more
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How to Learn Dual Wielding Two Sword Fighting Techniques in HEMA
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1y ago
If you are a martial artist who wants to learn how to fight while wielding two swords in each hand, it’s imperative that you learn the right techniques to do so. Use the following tips and tricks to help you master the art of fighting with two swords in Historical European martial arts (HEMA). There’s a reason why a lot of people don’t dual wield swords – it’s hard to do. It takes a lot of coordination, a lot of practice, a lot of muscle memory and a lot of agility. But if you’re determined to do it, there are historical methods of how to do so. Historical Treatises Teaching How to Duel Wield ..read more
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Why the History Channel TV Series Forged In Fire Is a Bad Representative of Historical Swordsmanship and Blade Forging
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1y ago
‘Forged in Fire‘ is an television series produced for the United States based cable television History Channel and has become popular, with its episodes gaining many millions of views, to the point that even clips of the show receive enormous attention on video sharing sites like YouTube. Unfortunately, while the show has helped inspire and popularize knife and sword smithing the same way that previous shows such as the YouTube channel AWE Me’s Man At Arms did, ‘Forged in Fire‘ is problematic in that it advertises itself as making tests based in realism and that its producers / judges are expe ..read more
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Book Review for Meditations on HEMA: Mind Changer
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1y ago
This is a book review for Meditations on HEMA: Mind Changer, Ideas that Move HEMA published by BL Books. Published in 2020, Meditations on HEMA is a compilation book featuring essays from numerous instructors in the Historical European martial arts community, organized and edited by Herbert Schmidt. Meditations on HEMA: Mind Changer, Ideas that Move HEMA Buy product Each essay begins with a small fact sheet providing some general information about the weapon styles the author practices and the schools they teach at. The book features 31 essays from experts across the global HEMA commun ..read more
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How to Find Longsword Lessons Near You
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1y ago
Do you want to learn how to wield a longsword? The longsword is a type of historical European medieval weapon that was used from the 14th century to the 16th century.  There are many different ways of learning how to handle a European medieval style sword and the secret is finding the method that works for you. HEMA, or Historical European Martial Arts is a type of martial art based on combat techniques from the medieval and renaissance periods. Many HEMA clubs and schools teach people how to fight with longswords and you can find many of these schools near most major cities nowadays. Beg ..read more
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Important Considerations for Hanwei and Kingston Arms Produced Federschwert Swords for HEMA
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1y ago
This article is focused on discussing the CAS Hanwei Federschwert sword, which is also sold under the brand name of Kingston Arms Federschwert. Both swords are identical models distributed by CAS Hanwei, with Kingston Arms being an alias for Hanwei. Please note this is a different model than the Sport Federschwert model, which is a newer model also produced by Cas Hanwei but has a very different style of blade. The Sport Federschwert is acceptable for beginners. For a comparison between the newer Sport Feder model and the original model (which we don’t recommend purchasing) you can see the fol ..read more
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How Long Does It Take to Learn Sword Fighting in HEMA?
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1y ago
A common question that beginners in HEMA have is how much time it takes to learn sword fighting and to perform at a relatively high degree of skill. There are some within the HEMA community who claim it takes many years to become skilled, but this is not necessarily true. The most challenging aspect to answering this question is that different types of people are more or less athletic, and athletic ability has a direct correlation to new skill acquisition in the martial arts; more athletic people who have a stronger mind-body connection can pickup and learn new martial arts much faster than le ..read more
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How to Measure and Choose the Correct Size Fencing Mask for HEMA
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1y ago
Something we realize we had overlooked in the past is providing advice on how to measure your head and choose the correct size fencing mask for yourself when you want to purchase your own fencing mask for usage in Historical European martial arts (HEMA) swordsmanship, such as when fencing with a longsword, rapier or saber. This information is also useful for those seeking to start their own HEMA clubs, as you will need to purchase loaner gear for your students to be able to instruct them. General Guidelines for Sizing a Fencing Mask That Apply to Most People There are some helpful guidelines t ..read more
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