RAPIER & SMALLSWORD Deep Dive with

[@Skallagrim]

That turned out nicely, and good job on the editing. You and Tod were chill and fun to hang out with, and of course knowledgeable. It was neat to handle a few original swords as well. Quite an awesome day... thanks again for meeting up! Coincidentally I'm just rendering the edit of my first collab video with you two, which will be up later this week.

[@hadronoftheseus8829]

Are you guys in Canadia or the United Fiefdom?

[@scholagladiatoria]

It was great hanging out, I hope we get to do it again.

[@Naptosis]

@@hadronoftheseus8829 In the King's country. 😋

[@Carrot421911]

Sweet! Cant wait to see it!

[@DGFTardin]

@@Skallagrim you nailed the weight of those swords, almost a human scale lol

[@TheWhiteDragon3]

Tod is one of the only people in the world who has the right to get handed an original rapier that would have been considered high quality in it's period and immediately say, "workmanship's not that great"

[@antonakesson]

That is how you know you have found a craftsman XD

[@jefo2405]

I'm sure there are a few more than the only peole like that ;). This sentence only makes sense in the above context XD

[@TheWhiteDragon3]

@@jefo2405 "one of the only", implying that there's more than one but still very few

[@Bassalicious]

@@antonakesson Well yeah, but most aren't allowed to talk it down like that, because they have no idea what limitations were circumvented to make it. Tod does.

[@notimportant4268]

*gets handed the most masterfully crafted sword from it's time period* "It's a bit shit, innit?" The man's a legend.

[@theredwind]

The silence and zoom in on Skall’s face for “Just The Tip” was appropriate

[@FeelingBlue...]

Timestamp: 25:00

[@BryanDraffen]

@@FeelingBlue... Haha epic!

[@Skallagrim]

Appropriately inappropriate. :)

[@JackEspadas]

One of the Skallest moments of all time

[@gillesmeura3416]

Nicely done indeed! Who was doing the editing?

[@Here.Me.Out.]

Oh my god this is my favorite crossover of all time

[@viveillyvi]

Bruh that name combined with that comment, ur either a bot or an npc, there is no way you're an actual being with a developed personality

[@Here.Me.Out.]

@@viveillyvi :(

[@Here.Me.Out.]

Buddy you didn’t have to do me like that

[@Cinarcaglar]

HELL YEAH!

[@AdamOwenBrowning]

@@viveillyvi slow your roll...!

[@draven86]

THE SWORD TRINITY HAS FINALLY ASSEMBLED!!!! ⚔

[@Nimno74]

I literally laughed out loud at the zoom in on Skall's face when Matt said "just the tip".

[@pRahvi0]

25:04 ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

[@dogmaticpyrrhonist543]

I had to LOL at Skall guessing within 5g on the English Rapier's mass.

[@scholagladiatoria]

I literally went and weighed it as I was editing the video and I also LOL'd!

[@HK417A1]

I mean, it's not like he guessed a very specific weight and got within 5g, it was more of a bracket around 800g

[@dogmaticpyrrhonist543]

@@HK417A1 true, but it was worth a chuckle

[@xmaxdamage]

​@@scholagladiatoria thanks for showing the weights btw ❤

[@FoardenotFord]

Legitimately the HEMA/swordmaking/historical sword collecting dream team. Couldn’t be happier seeing all three of you collaborating.

[@Ranstone]

Shad is missing.

[@diming7616]

@@Ranstone nobody likes shad

[@Ashgarify]

Thank fv&k for that! He would've ruined it.

[@delitahyral6221]

awesome collab , skallagrim is such an awesome dude, good seeing him cross the sea for some amazing content

[@verfugbarkite]

Good to see skallagrim on the channel, I liked his open minded ‘hands on’ approach in the discussion between Tod’s craft and Matt’s knowledge.

[@skilletborne]

Holy cow, my 3 favourites all in one place???

[@darrinrebagliati5365]

Just Kevin from the history squad missing!

[@michaelbates4834]

What a great surprise collaboration! It popped up and was an instant watch. Now to finish the video.

[@Trn-u1n]

Ooh boy after all these years here we go! I really hope you guys make a lot of videos together

[@dashrendar5320]

So cool to see the 3 of you guys!

[@marcoatzori92]

Thanks a lot to everyone for the amazing free content!!

[@TripleMHimself]

Surely, they made a video.

[@DGFTardin]

This deserves to be watched on the big screen

[@user-eq8ww1gr6v]

I love the way you find ways to give space to each other, and allow each other to weave in your insights, and everything feels uplifting and encouraging. In a world of conflict centered content, it's nice to have a celebration of true collaboration. Thank you!

[@dylanvanwijk9223]

It's so awesome to see all three of you together on a video. I really enjoyed it. Make them as long as you want, I don't care. Looking forward to the next one.

[@Rynewulf]

Im so glad to see these 3 still friends after all these years, especially after how other history youtubers have turned out over time

[@nahuelmat]

They didn't sell their souls to politics for engagement, I appreciate that about these gentlemen

[@CreationGrid]

Who are you talking about? I live under a rock.

[@Rynewulf]

@@CreationGrid Do you remember Shadiversity and The Metatron? They used to collab with these guys occasionally or do responses, were a friendly sword history youtuber group. Over time both Shad and Metatron started posted lots of 'sjws rewriting history!!!!' type stuff on their main channels and making less than savoury remarks about various groups (Shad very publicly so, including in Streams and on his reviewer side channel) so the pair drifting from the core group over time. Then when Shadiversity did a big tour of the UK he met back up with Schola, but about the same time started posting outright anti-gay content (accused all queer people of being pedos in waiting essentially) and when Schola found out he publicly distanced himself. Cue massive meltdown, so many people unsubbed from Shad he accused the sjw's of cancelling him and called for donations in support to keep him financially afloat- Schola et al all further distanced themselves from the mess except for Metatron, who publicly donated a large amount of money with a big video about the loyalty of knights to their friends, repaying favours (Shad previously did a big and public donation to Metatron when his racey content put the channel in dire straights) and sticking up for 'traditional values' Since then Schola, Tod and Skal went from 'quiet distance from Shad and Metatron' to outright condemning Shad's increasing list of inflammatory content, and quiet disapproval of Metatron's support of those views. Long story short: Watched all these guys since I was a kid, 2 stopping talking to others and went a bit alt-right conspiracy crazy and its quite sad honestly

[@Rynewulf]

@@CreationGrid Sorry about the long reply, it takes a bit to explain

[@JanoTuotanto]

@@Rynewulf It was matt "cancel" Easton who chose to make other peoples politics his thing. But thanks for reminding.

[@bl4cksp1d3r]

FINALLY I've waited for the video of you three

[@hadronoftheseus8829]

Alas, D'artagnan couldn't make it.

[@z0n4l1]

This needs to be a series

[@polymathart]

Why does it look like Skall stole all of Matt and Tod’s hair?

[@Ose-here]

skall is the true villain in the series

[@nahuelmat]

He's actually a 300 years old hair vampire

[@tylerphuoc2653]

@@nahuelmat His vampire cosplay for one of the warhammer fantasy episodes was pretty goated, that's for sure

[@dogmaticpyrrhonist543]

rofl

[@necroseus]

This remains one of the few comments Matt did NOT like! XD

[@Nimno74]

Mega-colaboration is right! These three are basically the only three hema-type channels I'm still subscribed to, and probably never will unsubscribe from.

[@gakulon]

Basically my own thoughts word-for-word. Fun to watch and informative, a great combo!

[@googleisacruelmistress1910]

Now that's what I call a crossover episode!

[@Naptosis]

Scholagladiatoria: Civil War. 😁

[@Seppi1310]

I expected a video chat. I was pleasently surprised

[@MrPink-qf1xi]

It's just amazing to see three of you together.

[@DemianX6x6x6X]

wow, this is a crossover i always wanted

[@Dennis-lp7xe]

Shad is missing 😂

[@maaderllin]

@@Dennis-lp7xe Nah, nobody wants him. XD

[@nahuelmat]

​@@Dennis-lp7xemaybe Shad should've kept his politics to himself

[@tricksterjoy9740]

​@@Dennis-lp7xenobody wants him. He's a professor at discrediting himself, and there's a good reason he's been slowly migrating away from "legitimate" historical information more and more. And not to mention, he's a terrible person IRL, not just in regards to his politics.

[@balaam_7087]

It’s the modern day 3 musketeers

[@isakjohansson112]

Swedish speaker here! 🙋‍♂️ I can confirm what Matt said about the groov. Blodränna. Meaning literally bloodgroov. 😊

[@dogmaticpyrrhonist543]

I kind of want to look up the entomology of that to see how old the term is. I suspect i'd fail at the first reference though. :)

[@Murdo2112]

@@dogmaticpyrrhonist543 Sadly, you're probably correct. You could be searching through beetles and bugs all day, before some kind soul redirects you to the Etymology section.

[@MaaZeus]

Same thing with Finnish. Veriura=bloodgroove.

[@dogmaticpyrrhonist543]

@@Murdo2112 lol, I blame autocorrect. Although I did go with etymology,, when it changed it I was to confused to correct it back, lol

[@Murdo2112]

@@dogmaticpyrrhonist543 Hehe, modern technology. All good fun.

[@shawnchinnery9436]

Three great channels together? I’m all in!

[@niklasw.1297]

25:04 Skals facial expression and the perfectly timed zoom make this absolute comedy. 👌

[@JustGrowingUp84]

This makes me so happy! I'll comment more after actually watching the video.

[@LarryGarfieldCrell]

My three favorite nerds in one place??? Thumbs up!

[@crazypetec-130fe7]

"Next video will probably go more concisely." Yeah, I'm thinking probably not. Thanks for the video, guys!

[@Lenn869]

dream lineup

[@scipio7837]

The colab I needed... Hi from Wetaskiwin, Alberta.

[@gregironside]

A start of a new franchise! Always appreciate the co labs and bringing the community together and lifting us all.

[@dartmart9263]

WOW!!! Having all 3 of you together is an absolute TREAT!!!

[@chrisbosley4685]

It's awesome to see this combination of like minds discussing their hobbies/passions/professions. Glad Skall could make it to England apparently and hang out with Tod and Matt at the workshop. Very interesting video, and much appreciated, good sirs.

[@rasmusn.e.m1064]

There is just something about the Spanish-style rapier that makes it seem more similar to a spaceship from Star Wars than an actual object being held by a human hand. It's very cool.

[@rbranham8062]

STCU! (SwordTube Cinematic Universe)

[@aglass4930]

MAN I've just gotten back into this scene after years of just forgetting how much I loved the historical arms community, and this is such a treat. I've always had immense respect for you guys and it's wonderful to see you three together. I am so ready to sit through this!!

[@TheOnlyToblin]

I gotta love every time Skall opens his mouth, he's almost immediately interrupted. Was probably not intended, but it does make me feel some second-hand frustration. It does get better further in the video, though. All in all, a thoroughly enjoyable collab. So much knowledge, and experience don't forget, in one place. Lovely to hear these three chaps nerd the hell out of swords. Their particular types of humor appear to align perfectly as well. That dry, understated humor is lovely when in a group.

[@josefsvec5236]

Skall did look a lil left out,I agree. I guess each version of this collab on each channel will have more focus on the person the channel is run by and the rest prolly want to respect it I guess

[@isakjohansson112]

Wow! Now that was something special for sure! 😀

[@rorywillis5995]

This was amazing! I am so glad you guys got to do a collaboration on such an interesting video! Also so good that Skallagrim got to come to the UK! 🇬🇧 Love this lads 💪

[@GreatistheWorld]

The Spanish blades reminded me of Italian armor exports and made me wonder. How often were swordsmiths known by name in Europe, or how & how far did word travel about individual armorers? Surely a few shops became institutions for a time, if not culturally retained like in Japan

[@supersaiyanxp]

FINALLY. THE WAIT IS OVER. THE CROSSOVER WE ALL HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR OVER A DECADE.

[@mrscary3105]

OMG 3 of my favorite youtubers!!!

[@VolcanoHeadProdution]

Omg the crossover of the century, hope there’s more to come from the 3 of you!! :D

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

What a lovely day!

[@stephenlewis6922]

The ultimate collaboration!

[@pRahvi0]

What an absolute delight! I didn't even notice how long it took as I was constantly entertained by the lovely fellows.

[@starkparker16]

At a museum the other day I saw an old Indian knife made from a meteorite and right away I wondered what Easton would think. Maybe I watch too many of these videos.

[@EdwardCooler-py6mu]

Nonsense! Not possible to watch too much of these three!

[@necroseus]

Absolutely awesome collaboration, guys! I really liked the dynamic of the workmanship and handling oriented conversation, as well as the wealth of historical background to boot! Really, really fun video. I am excited to watch the next one! And no, Matt, it was _never_ gonna be quick! Lol

[@AdoptiveTechnique13]

Wow! All-star team! How nice🎉

[@HoJu1989]

As far as I know, the Spanish government never issued sidearms for soldiers in the 17th century (maybe at the very end). Each soldier was supposed to procure his own sword. Some specific unit commanders could ocassionally arrange for swords or clothes to be supplied from local markets if there was great need (some sources mention the soldiers being absolutely destitute and with their clothes in tatters after shipping out to Flanders), but it's usually considered an exception and a private initiative.

[@ChapterGrim]

Curious... 🤔

[@HoJu1989]

@@ChapterGrim i I think it was pretty much the standard at the time. Standardized equipment and uniforms weren't a thing until maybe the 1680s or so, except for a few select household or guard units. They provided your main weapon (musket and ammo, pike...) but everything else was up to you. The quartermasters may keep some stockpiles to cover needs but the soldiers were probably expected to pay for those items or have them discounted from their wages.

[@matthewbentley1311]

Been waiting years for this colab! Worth wvery second

[@germalganis]

I'm really loving the collabs, amazingly educative and entertaining seeing the different perspectives.

[@chadherbert18]

😁 Nice work guys! My 3 favourite KZbinrs on one video - I almost tossed my Messer! 🤭 I have one of Tod's Daggers with the spiky grip, I've had Matt correct me on social media posts, 🤭and I've got to train, spar, and compete with Skall - big fan of all three!

[@avlaenamnell6994]

3 of my favourite guys on youtube alltogether. amazing!

[@NexusNoxCS]

I would pick to have a pint with these three lovely gentleman and talk about swords, craftmanship and history for an afternoon. So much better than a sword fight!

[@bentrieschmann]

Super happy you guys did this. Can't wait until all three channels post videos from this day.

[@SN-kk1hd]

Love the way Tod asked "Are you selling this?" after commenting "It's not a fantastic workmanship". He immediately realized that he might need to mellow down on criticism if that rapier was for sale. Very thoughtful

[@LeonM4c]

Ye God, they actually did it! What a treat, we are truly spoiled.

[@garethvila5108]

As a sculptor, I fully aggree with what you say about how they looked at those things with a more "artistic" mindset. In our modern world, specially due to mechanical tools and computers, we are used to see near perfect symmetry all the time. So, sure, we're "experts" on detecting that lack of symmetry. Back then, however, they probably just valued the overall aesthetic in the same way we still do with art, probably because they weren't used to such a great symmetry as us and thus didn't really expect it or even value it.

[@batteredwarrior]

Love this! Great collab, guys!

[@kakaz98]

What a collab!!!

[@ankokuraven]

My favorite sword enthusiasts all in one place!

[@wazupwolf106]

The crossover we've all been waiting a decade plus for

[@Aivahr1]

Great video! I loved seeing my three favorite HEMA (and swords, etc..etc) people on the internet. As a student of 'Verdadera Destreza', I would choose the Spanish rapier, but with a slightly wider blade. Greetings and congratulations from my academy, which is Academia Da Espada in A Coruña (Spain).

[@Godless_Guru]

Love it when these guys get together! 3 of my favourite content creators

[@ChristopherJohnston-mu9ub]

Great video, nice seeing all three of you in one place 😊

[@ilcuzzo12]

Great to see this collection of passionate and knowledgeable nerds.

[@allanburt5250]

Great to see the three of you guys together... more please

[@darthnihilusthebestsith]

This crossover is incredible, showcasing the different strengths and fields expertise of the three. Wonderful. And god, Matt is an absolute monster with that knowledge, Skall picks up a rapier and tells you exact weight, Todd estimates the exact process and hours it took to make it

[@wayneanderson5293]

Not that this is important at all, but I was still surprised that nobody mentioned it: This particular type of smallsword, the Colichemarde, has the clearest example ever, I think, of the forte (from Latin "fortis," "strong") vs the foiible of the blade. The forte, at the base, is strong to parry a heavier blade, the foible is light for speed and precision, like a modern epee. These days you hear people talking about, "This is my forte," (meaning something I'm good at or knowledgeable about), or "Everyone has their foibles," (meaning weak points). Well, this is where it all originates. But thank you, all three of you, for a fun and highly informative video.

[@pi8chyt]

The holy trinity of sword content!

[@MarkusMöttus-x7j]

Always a good day(evening) when Spanish rapiers are on the menu! I really can't say what it is but I just do love these early Spanish rapiers!😍 Great video Matt and love seeing Tod and Skall at the same time, lovely old job!😄👌

[@lacasa3514]

Yesss!!! Great to see Skall on this program!!! Most excellent!!

[@SamlSchulze1104]

The video I didn't know I needed. All my biases are still confirmed.

[@ConstantinJeutter]

I waited a long time for this constelation. thank you.

[@EdwardCooler-py6mu]

Absolute Master Class from 3 Masters! At once!

[@CAARaeed]

The crossover we'd all been waiting for

[@juggernautz181]

absolutely legendary collab

[@timwrigley102]

Never underestimate the efficiency of a man who's done the same job for 20 years.

[@JohnGilbert-l5l]

GREAT video - VERY interesting- can’t wait for part 2.

[@asherroodcreel640]

Matt still talked the most

[@scholagladiatoria]

I REALLY need to learn to STFU! 😭

[@AdamOwenBrowning]

As is tradition here :)

[@puliturchannel7225]

@@scholagladiatoria No worries, the talk coming out of the subject of one's passion, is not narcisstic.

[@titanscerw]

Over the years of watching him perform with various swords and other arms, mostly swords, I get used to it. :D To be honest, Matt is to cold steel weapons what Ian McCollum and Johnatan Fergusson are to firearms, what Drachinifel is to warships. Tod has no equivalent as far as I know. :) Skall is entry drug before your interest and hobby goes completely overboard to scholarship, research and training. +][+

[@edward9674]

Aww man a collab. Awesome!

[@shasta_ganti]

13 year old me is literally on cloud nine

[@Dylanimus]

So happy to see you three collaborating! Keep up the good work guys and maybe next time y'all can meet up with Skal in Canada😊

[@comicmoniker]

Tod for manufacturing and artistry insight. Matt for fencing and historicity. Skal for pop culture and to be our everyman. The three pillars of the community!!

[@uncabob214]

Absolutely delightful to be getting all three perspectives at once. I'm already eager to see what else you put together as a group.

[@TheLateleks]

Great for the three of you to directly collaborate.

[@-RONNIE]

Thank you all for the video it was good

[@BMO_Creative]

My 3 favorite weapon master historians!!!

[@tcup3946]

Perfect topic to have with the three of you together. The master of history, the master of build and the master of use. If given a defensive dagger, I choose smallsword because my style with foil is to get in close quickly with footwork

[@deedoublejay]

Great to see you guys get together and ramble on. Don't worry about the vid being too long!

[@yrrosimyarin4180]

Tod, I would love love *love* more deep dives on period weapons with close-up camera work of you reverse engineering *how* they were constructed, especially those kinds of basket hilts. Nearly every other video I've found where people reconstruct them, they just break out the Mig welder.

[@Imperator-el4nt]

I love how Tod is roasting the rapier while Mat tries to defend his beloved sword without sounding unprofessional 😂

[@C_Seamus]

This is the best!