Occasionally yes. It is good practice for the dagger or using two swords, or for hypothetical situations where the right hand would be too tired to continue or wounded. There are original sources that describe swapping the sword to left hand for these reasons, or to trick the opponent.
19th century military fencing is a lot simpler and direct, made to train armies, not individual fighters. British stuff is especially more condensed (I happen to practice it a little bit) and is almost entirely cut oriented. Very late British sabre (e.g. Waite, which is what I'm familiar with) is essentially a mix of earlier cut only styles and French foil, resulting in a mix of cuts and thrusts... like a sidesword, in many ways, but still very linear and devoid of grappling, since complex footwork isn't massively useful (still useful though, in my opinion) with a quick weapon and grappling was rare in actual combat, considered foul play in a duel and would take a long time to learn.
Celgus is right, i would say that if you try to end your "mandritti" attacks with a quite wide "quarta guardia" the left part of your body will be properly cover. So it's not so easy for your opponent to hit your left.In my practice i never had such problem.
Thank you! I just watched your video and I'm happy to see that we have come to similar conclusions on many of the footwork actions. I hope we'll get to compare notes on our research one day! I would be interested in seeing more videos of your interpretations!
Super useful. Question: since then, have any of your interpretations changed in a significant way? Is there something you would change from this video?
Sure, some things have changed. :) I'm thinking of doing a new version of this video, with basically the same content but revised interpretations and hopefully more fluid performance. :D
zeroa6 I am 90% sure he uses Peter Regenyei sideswords....Regenyei has a very distinctive look where the ricasso meets the bevel. However I've heard his swords' tempers are inconsistent, and I recommend instead Darkwood Armory's sideswords.
Hi, yes, if you go to my channel page there should be a section with free fencing videos. You can also try searching, there should be plenty of videos of at least myself sparring.
Ilkka Hartikainen Ikka, hello, I´m Jonathan from Argentina. I want to buy a sword and learn with your videos, but I dont know what sword is it. The sword you´r using in this video. Thanks for your teachings!!!
why would you ever attack by leading with the LEFT foot (if your a righty)?? makes no sense, you have less reach wih the sword now and expose more of your body...
Occasionally yes. It is good practice for the dagger or using two swords, or for hypothetical situations where the right hand would be too tired to continue or wounded. There are original sources that describe swapping the sword to left hand for these reasons, or to trick the opponent.
one off the best fencing vids on youtube! thanks for posting.
I've studied a bit of German Rappier from Joachim Meyer. The swords and techniques are similar. Very cool sword work, and love the video!
This video is so helpful! Thank you!
Excellent video Illka!
For example if you are caught on the wrong food, have to react to attackers from different directions, have hurt your leg... a lot is possible.
Very interesting.! Are you planning also videos with sword and buckler?
Fantastic video!!
Thank you for this, actually starting to love the bolognese school from your videos.
Very intresting and useful clip! Can i ask the manufacturer of your swords? thanks a lot!
Is the marrozo website down permanently
How would you compare the Bolognese School to other forms of fencing, such as British Military Sabre?
19th century military fencing is a lot simpler and direct, made to train armies, not individual fighters. British stuff is especially more condensed (I happen to practice it a little bit) and is almost entirely cut oriented. Very late British sabre (e.g. Waite, which is what I'm familiar with) is essentially a mix of earlier cut only styles and French foil, resulting in a mix of cuts and thrusts... like a sidesword, in many ways, but still very linear and devoid of grappling, since complex footwork isn't massively useful (still useful though, in my opinion) with a quick weapon and grappling was rare in actual combat, considered foul play in a duel and would take a long time to learn.
do you also train with the left arm ?
I LOVE YOU!!!!
thankyou illka - this is extraordinarily generous of you! I am surprised that you are not putting pro material together for the bolognese style.
A very useful video, thank you !
Regards from Salzburg
Celgus is right, i would say that if you try to end your "mandritti" attacks with a quite wide "quarta guardia" the left part of your body will be properly cover. So it's not so easy for your opponent to hit your left.In my practice i never had such problem.
Fantastic
Awesome video ✌
it could be advantageous to initiate with the left foot to create an opening for another strike.(right foot)
I agree, thanks for putting this online
where did you get those swords???
Amazing academic work and physical exhibition!
Are these Renaissance Side sword techniques?
Thank you for posting these!
This is elegant
+ken k Thank you!
Thank you! I just watched your video and I'm happy to see that we have come to similar conclusions on many of the footwork actions. I hope we'll get to compare notes on our research one day! I would be interested in seeing more videos of your interpretations!
Super useful. Question: since then, have any of your interpretations changed in a significant way? Is there something you would change from this video?
Sure, some things have changed. :) I'm thinking of doing a new version of this video, with basically the same content but revised interpretations and hopefully more fluid performance. :D
@@ilkkaouto Nice! I'm subscribed so I won't miss it :D And thanks for all the content you have shared over the years, it's been really useful.
Hello! What sword is it? I mean, what sword should I buy for practice?.. Thanks!!!
zeroa6 I am 90% sure he uses Peter Regenyei sideswords....Regenyei has a very distinctive look where the ricasso meets the bevel. However I've heard his swords' tempers are inconsistent, and I recommend instead Darkwood Armory's sideswords.
Thank You Will!!
When is the crossing step used?
In defense against thrusts. To get out of the way of incoming points.
Do you have application or sparring videos? (Not for entertainment but study)
Hi, yes, if you go to my channel page there should be a section with free fencing videos. You can also try searching, there should be plenty of videos of at least myself sparring.
Ilkka Hartikainen Thanks!
Ilkka Hartikainen Ikka, hello, I´m Jonathan from Argentina. I want to buy a sword and learn with your videos, but I dont know what sword is it. The sword you´r using in this video. Thanks for your teachings!!!
I use sideswords from Darkwood Armory and Peter Regenyei.
Thanks Ikka!! One more question: Size and Weight of this sidesword?
why would you ever attack by leading with the LEFT foot (if your a righty)?? makes no sense, you have less reach wih the sword now and expose more of your body...