Pivot Points of the Medieval Sword

[@swordandshield]

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[@Jeffari1]

Man, I am so happy to have found this channel. I am from the USA I currently live in Tokyo, Japan however. I have always had a deep fascination for historical arms and armor from Europe and Japan, especially the sword in all it's forms. These videos are so very informative and interesting. I have always wanted to learn how to use the sword and train efficiently. I actually just had my first lesson early today in Iaido. I want to learn as much as I can about all swords and all aspects of them without picking favorites, these videos are awesome, especially the one about medieval way of walking, ha ever since seeing that video for the first time I have been really trying to practice it. It actually looks pretty cool, and feels like if you were to walk that way efficiently, you would be so much more nimble on your feet. Thank you so much for putting this content up here on KZbin, it's great and I really appreciate you for imparting to us your knowledge and wisdom of history and swordsmanship.

[@brittoncooke1890]

I would never have thought the pivot point changes so drastically between the initial acceleration grip point (towards the pommel) and the final grip point (towards the guard). Great observations! Thanks!

[@swordandshield]

Well, i learned this from Peter Johnsson years ago. Just applied it.

[@bushcraft_in_the_north]

Great vid Roland,and the Sovereign is a beautiful sword :-) Just got to love the XIV sword.

[@swordandshield]

You name it!

[@50StichesSteel]

Excellent information...Im gonna try to apply this to my escrima techniques

[@swordandshield]

My former Eskrima instructor did it, too.

[@srenkaas4654]

im going to see you on friday i cant wait!

[@swordandshield]

Yeah!

[@bandagebakkiya6612]

Dear Roland, upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/92/Codice_Casanatense_Sinhalese_Warriors.jpg This is an image of Swords used in my country around 15th century AD. Can you see the thickened part towards the end of the blade. How this could have affected the pivot point and the style of combat. I would appreciate your kind opinion. Thanks in advance.

[@swordandshield]

As I have never handled a weapon like this, I cannot tell you. But, of course, like any physical object, such swords have pivot points, too, when you move them. I could definitely tell you if I picked up one.

[@bandagebakkiya6612]

I understand... Thanks.. :)

[@sparrowhawk81]

Any chance you could demo this doing some cutting? I dunno what your stance is on cutting. Not talking water bottles or anything here....decent cutting.

[@swordandshield]

Sure. I was planning on doing this in due course.

[@jessicajohnston5693]

How do you explain things so well? You remind me of my first Taekwondo Master. He was also good at explaining things... He wanted us to master how to move our bodies before we picked up a weapon, because he said a weapon is an extention of our bodies, like an extra limb. And, how are you going to use a weapon properly if you don't know how to use your body? Choong-Sil Taekwondo, if you are curious. I miss martial arts so much and hope to take classes, when my finances allow it, in the future. I feel more confident living life if I am able to protect myself and those that I care about. I need to learn how to value my life more as well. Thanks for your videos!

[@shadowblaster124]

This is fantastic knowledge!

[@swordandshield]

Happy you find it useful.

[@sherrattpemberton6089]

Tried this with my longsword yesterday - beautiful :)

[@swordandshield]

Excellent. Longswords usually have their outer pivot point in the blade tip, which is quite telling.

[@JohnDoe-fv3vs]

Thanks for the video

[@swordandshield]

You are welcome.

[@sambsialia]

Brilliant.

[@swordandshield]

Happy you enjoyed this.

[@srenkaas4654]

when will you begin the demonstration at mosegaard?

[@swordandshield]

Friday, 28 July, 18.30.

[@mohawkmanyyack2390]

Great video, but I'm just wondering if you are planning on doing a full Viking sword/axe and shield dual or or battle?

[@swordandshield]

There is still hours of unedited footage that also contains early medieval/Viking Age material. I spend as much time on this as possible, supported by my patrons: www.patreon.com/Dimicator More help is always welcome.

[@mohawkmanyyack2390]

Thank you for replying, And I shall consider becoming a patreon supporter.

[@swordandshield]

Thank you,much appreciated.

[@wildrover1076]

Roland, are you familiar with the work of Vincent Le Chevalier and Peter Johnsson on Sword Dynamics? It's a mathematical model which calculates properties of swords like pivot points, vibration nodes and the center of percussion. This alows you to get a reliable impression on how unknown sword types 'feel' in the hand. I leave a link to an interview with Peter Johnsson about the model in the case someone is interested. kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3q4m3mMoM9oq8k

[@swordandshield]

Of course. I have learned this from Peter many years ago. Served me well.

[@wildrover1076]

Hmm... I don't know if we're talking about the same thing here. The model I mentioned is a mathematical work mainly developed by Vincent Le Chevalier and roughly 2 years old. It plots graphs which are great for describing sword properties to others. Does the book 'The Sword - Form & Thought' ring a bell to you?

[@swordandshield]

The book is on my shelf, of course.

[@Shmoogly-Boogly]

Where does he get all those snazzy outfits?

[@swordandshield]

I stitch most of my costumes myself but there are some great tailors for medieval costumes if you prefer to purchase your kit.