Really enjoyed this. I like your use of the manuscript details especially, and the photos you've taken are clear and explanatory which is always tricky.
The transition between grips for different actions is often overlooked in modern
"historical fencing" teaching, it's nice to see it being raised here. I look forward to the next instalments!
Thanks, Chris! It is my intention to do a short series on how to make your sword feel and work better, and i plan to look at handle length and the shape and fit of the pommel in that series.
I also hope to do a few issues on my thoughts about buying a sword - both “off the rack” and having one custom made. I’ll talk more there about my thoughts about fit and handling.
Fantastic article. I learned this lesson the hard way, getting a bad case of tennis elbow from fencing. Then someone finally taught me how to hold the sword right - exactly as you show. Now, it's one of the very first things I teach new fencers.
Really enjoyed this. I like your use of the manuscript details especially, and the photos you've taken are clear and explanatory which is always tricky.
The transition between grips for different actions is often overlooked in modern
"historical fencing" teaching, it's nice to see it being raised here. I look forward to the next instalments!
Thanks, Chris! It is my intention to do a short series on how to make your sword feel and work better, and i plan to look at handle length and the shape and fit of the pommel in that series.
I also hope to do a few issues on my thoughts about buying a sword - both “off the rack” and having one custom made. I’ll talk more there about my thoughts about fit and handling.
Fantastic article. I learned this lesson the hard way, getting a bad case of tennis elbow from fencing. Then someone finally taught me how to hold the sword right - exactly as you show. Now, it's one of the very first things I teach new fencers.