You need to check Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) as there are clubs all over the US and Europe sparing with historical weapons form small swords up to great swords and everything in between
As a young boy in the 1950s Zorro by Disney was a TV hero. His choice of rapier was the Spanish Cup and Hilt. That was my introduction to the sword. And it is still my overall favorite although I appreciate all the various models. They are artistic creations of beauty.
Same, but I grew up with the 90s version. Love both. I own a functional late Spanish cup hilt reproduction with a slightly shorter thicker blade. Optimal in my opinion because it can be drawn quickly.
The hilts are beautiful on most of them. This channel of yours is fast becoming one of my favorite channels. A verse at the end of the video would be a really nice addition to a great video.
To MW aka Dogbreath, try reading Micah 6:8 maybe 6 or 8 times B4U cast the 1st stone,,, clearly UR a pathetic carnal christian, shame on you!!! Might wanna study 1st John 4:7-11! ! !
While there are types of bronze-age swords that historians refer to as “rapiers,” the term comes from the Spanish “espada ropera” which means something like “sword of the robe” or “dress sword.”
You're correct, yet among some Spanish historian circles the term is used loosely to refer to rapiers as well as cut-and-thrust swords. On the other hand espada de lado is never mentioned in Spanish, maybe because the Italian term spada da lato is used instead.
Mark, Im really enjoying the new History channel and Always our God Family n Guns also. Hope all your girls and sons will be with you for Christmas. Dont hear much about them, but I hope they are all still in the states and doing well. My daughter turned 20 and lives within the next Ohio town. God Bless
1- the epee isnt the rapier, the epee has an asymmetrical bell guard and a blunt, triangular cross section blade, except for the point of course. the epee is the big brother of the smallsword. 2- the modern fencing foil has no ties with the rapier of the renaissance. the fencing foil is the training analog for the duelling and civilian self defence weapon, the smallsword, which often had a triangular cross section too, and was a thrust only sword, though the edges were sometimes sharpened for binding or preventing easy grip (also known as courtsword, however its often mentioned as the 'rappier' or 'rapier' in the period sources, but they have different names in the modern age, because theyre completely different beasts with the original, long, and edged rapier.) 3- theres also the term 'sidesword' which the bolognese were very fond of, i think this might be what hes mistaking for the rapier in the video, indeed the sidesword was great for both cut and thrust. the sidesword refers to a sword just inbetween the rapier and medieval arming sword. its more slender, has a more complex hilt with rings and knuclebows, and the hilts get even more elaborate as time goes on, but although similar and sometimes hard to define which is which, a sidesword is generally understood as very slightly broader, and also noticably shorter. while the rapier is exceptionally long, sitting around at an average of 39 to 45 inches. and the rapier is indeed used primarily for thrusting, but cuts can be performed based on the circumstances. for example, the opponent throws you off, and youre now horribly off line, just cut back into line. or maybe you feel safe, so you cut at your oponents shins to throw them off. if i remember correctly, fabian says something along the lines of "avoid cuts unless necessary" or something like that. there has been a confusion of terminology, rapiers are generally pathetic at cutting compared to other swords that also have edges, theyre awkward because the incredible length also gives them a lot of inertia in the motion, and they require so much room to do so, even still their balance points are optimised for point control, which means theres so little hitting mass in the blade that the impact force has almost no follow through. basically, a sniping cut wont do a lot with a rapier, you need a powerful motion to cut relatively effectively, and you should avoid big targets such as the torso or upper legs, rather strike the hands, forearms, neck, face... of your opponent to deal debilitating damage, because even though it wont go very deep, it doesnt have to for smaller targets. (beginner HEMA practitioner of british military sabre and german longsword)
The origin of this sword is Spain and Italy the name says it all "rapier" "Ropero" (Clothing, Ropa) "Espada Ropera", means "Sword of the wardrobe" "Espada Ropera" = "Rapier Sword"
Mark, your knowledge of all of these swords is just fascinating to me brother. I learn something from every video, thank you for sharing. God Bless. 👍Jay👍.
To myquite: upyurz Sally girl!!... if UR gonna be stupid enuf to mind my biz, you might wanna try 2Ba little more friendly moron! Have a nice day dogbreath
Also, forgot to mention, to moron: Mike White Rascist Fool Dogbreath, I'm pretty sure that the Pirates used plenty of rapiers & epees for about 350 yrs or so, which is Totally Relevant!
My swordplay has suffered in my old age. Now, my best bet is a Gurka machete or Arkansas toothpick. Or my pistol. Was always fascinated with swords, though. Still am. Good video.
@History of Weapons, what a wonderful mini-documentary! Such a beautiful and elegant weapon, the rapier always brings to mind Errol Flynn, Basil Rathbone, and Tyrone Power. Basil was the best of the three, but he never got to win -- not even against Danny Kaye in The Court Jester. If not for Hollywood and some British films, I don't suppose I'd even know what a rapier was.
I just imagined being an Sixteenth Century Weapon Maker, thinking..... How do I accelerate a metal object toward a human from a distance? I’ll make Rapiers! Wait,, What was that? What’s gunpowder Guido?
Spado da Lato refers to the precursor of the earlier Rapiers , the so called Sidesword....in the Iberic martial arts it s refered as Espada de Arzón de punta y corte. Probably the Iberic and Genovese explorers and invaders of the Americas used these. Sport fencing is not the only sport/martial discipline using these.....Historical European martial arts study and practice the use of these blades.
ok, how the hell can the term rapier be used IN the bronce age? BEFORE EUROPEAN LANGUAGES AS TODAY EXISTED: you are likely refering to the fact that archeologists do refer to some bronceage style of sword as "rapier" which is an anachronistic classification, it was not a term they used back then.
Sorry but... Nooooo!! Rapier came from the word Ropera, because you wore them with your clothes (Ropa), like an ornament and they were designed and developed by Spaniards according to their superior style, who dominated the battlefields all over Europe for 200 years...
"Do you know _how,_ to use that thing?"
"Yes; The pointy end goes, through the other person."
You need to check Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) as there are clubs all over the US and Europe sparing with historical weapons form small swords up to great swords and everything in between
As a young boy in the 1950s Zorro by Disney was a TV hero. His choice of rapier was the Spanish Cup and Hilt. That was my introduction to the sword. And it is still my overall favorite although I appreciate all the various models. They are artistic creations of beauty.
Same, but I grew up with the 90s version. Love both. I own a functional late Spanish cup hilt reproduction with a slightly shorter thicker blade. Optimal in my opinion because it can be drawn quickly.
Thank you very much. Looking forward to the next video. GOD Bless and Be blessed!!!
Love this new Channel, learn something knew each time.. Thank You
Excellent video on the history of the rapier sword. Keep up the good work.
Hey!! I didn't know you had this channel. I am used to ol God Family and Guns! Nice to see people have similar interests to myself.
Another fine history lesson! Thanks.
Nice little video. Informative, surprisingly detailed and very much to the point.
They say you learn something every day I did likening this new channel a lot
The hilts are beautiful on most of them. This channel of yours is fast becoming one of my favorite channels. A verse at the end of the video would be a really nice addition to a great video.
To MW aka Dogbreath, try reading Micah 6:8 maybe 6 or 8 times B4U cast the 1st stone,,, clearly UR a pathetic carnal christian, shame on you!!! Might wanna study 1st John 4:7-11! ! !
While there are types of bronze-age swords that historians refer to as “rapiers,” the term comes from the Spanish “espada ropera” which means something like “sword of the robe” or “dress sword.”
You're correct, yet among some Spanish historian circles the term is used loosely to refer to rapiers as well as cut-and-thrust swords. On the other hand espada de lado is never mentioned in Spanish, maybe because the Italian term spada da lato is used instead.
Good analogy of the small sword and the concealed carry guns of today.
Wow, thanks Mark, I learned a lot ! Had no idea.
I like Swords ⚔️
Mark, Im really enjoying the new History channel and Always our God Family n Guns also. Hope all your girls and sons will be with you for Christmas. Dont hear much about them, but I hope they are all still in the states and doing well. My daughter turned 20 and lives within the next Ohio town. God Bless
1- the epee isnt the rapier, the epee has an asymmetrical bell guard and a blunt, triangular cross section blade, except for the point of course. the epee is the big brother of the smallsword.
2- the modern fencing foil has no ties with the rapier of the renaissance. the fencing foil is the training analog for the duelling and civilian self defence weapon, the smallsword, which often had a triangular cross section too, and was a thrust only sword, though the edges were sometimes sharpened for binding or preventing easy grip (also known as courtsword, however its often mentioned as the 'rappier' or 'rapier' in the period sources, but they have different names in the modern age, because theyre completely different beasts with the original, long, and edged rapier.)
3- theres also the term 'sidesword' which the bolognese were very fond of, i think this might be what hes mistaking for the rapier in the video, indeed the sidesword was great for both cut and thrust. the sidesword refers to a sword just inbetween the rapier and medieval arming sword. its more slender, has a more complex hilt with rings and knuclebows, and the hilts get even more elaborate as time goes on, but although similar and sometimes hard to define which is which, a sidesword is generally understood as very slightly broader, and also noticably shorter. while the rapier is exceptionally long, sitting around at an average of 39 to 45 inches. and the rapier is indeed used primarily for thrusting, but cuts can be performed based on the circumstances. for example, the opponent throws you off, and youre now horribly off line, just cut back into line. or maybe you feel safe, so you cut at your oponents shins to throw them off. if i remember correctly, fabian says something along the lines of "avoid cuts unless necessary" or something like that. there has been a confusion of terminology, rapiers are generally pathetic at cutting compared to other swords that also have edges, theyre awkward because the incredible length also gives them a lot of inertia in the motion, and they require so much room to do so, even still their balance points are optimised for point control, which means theres so little hitting mass in the blade that the impact force has almost no follow through. basically, a sniping cut wont do a lot with a rapier, you need a powerful motion to cut relatively effectively, and you should avoid big targets such as the torso or upper legs, rather strike the hands, forearms, neck, face... of your opponent to deal debilitating damage, because even though it wont go very deep, it doesnt have to for smaller targets.
(beginner HEMA practitioner of british military sabre and german longsword)
The origin of this sword is Spain and Italy the name says it all "rapier" "Ropero" (Clothing, Ropa) "Espada Ropera", means "Sword of the wardrobe"
"Espada Ropera" = "Rapier Sword"
Love the new channel. I would love to see a video on the atlatl.
Interesting I always thought that sword was only used in military type people and high up I never knew that ordinary people had those also.
Firearms have only been commonplace for the last 150 to 250 years. Prior to that you'd better have some blade or 2 for protection.
Mark, your knowledge of all of these swords is just fascinating to me brother. I learn something from every video, thank you for sharing.
God Bless. 👍Jay👍.
The rapier came from Spain. La espada ropera, meaning a sword carry with your clothes
Very nice.
That intro music almost blew out my car speakers, wow
Very good
Har Matey! Hoist yer sails and drop yer anchors!! Worx gr8 too 4 food preparation in the kitchen on a hot night... arigoto!
This isn't the right place for your comment as it has nothing to do with the subject matter of the video.
To myquite: upyurz Sally girl!!... if UR gonna be stupid enuf to mind my biz, you might wanna try 2Ba little more friendly moron! Have a nice day dogbreath
Also, forgot to mention, to moron: Mike White Rascist Fool Dogbreath, I'm pretty sure that the Pirates used plenty of rapiers & epees for about 350 yrs or so, which is Totally Relevant!
Do you know where that first reference to the rapier came from?
My swordplay has suffered in my old age. Now, my best bet is a Gurka machete or Arkansas toothpick. Or my pistol. Was always fascinated with swords, though. Still am. Good video.
I was only wondering about that the other day and now I know , they do cut and have a Sharp edge .Great stuff mate thanks for the lesson
@History of Weapons, what a wonderful mini-documentary! Such a beautiful and elegant weapon, the rapier always brings to mind Errol Flynn, Basil Rathbone, and Tyrone Power. Basil was the best of the three, but he never got to win -- not even against Danny Kaye in The Court Jester. If not for Hollywood and some British films, I don't suppose I'd even know what a rapier was.
I need captions in English on this channel
if i had to live in those times, i think i would have been a cutlass and a main guache type of guy. I might have misspelled something there as well.
0:46 that is wrong the sword is Spanish and rapier comes from espada ropera
In Texas your can now carry a sword .. and i mean if not now the. When ? Lol I’m going to carry a rapier
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I just imagined being an Sixteenth Century Weapon Maker, thinking..... How do I accelerate a metal object toward a human from a distance? I’ll make Rapiers! Wait,, What was that? What’s gunpowder Guido?
the sword was created in Spain
Spado da Lato refers to the precursor of the earlier Rapiers , the so called Sidesword....in the Iberic martial arts it s refered as Espada de Arzón de punta y corte. Probably the Iberic and Genovese explorers and invaders of the Americas used these. Sport fencing is not the only sport/martial discipline using these.....Historical European martial arts study and practice the use of these blades.
En Garde rapscallion!
Ropera means with clothing in Spanish
What is wrong with you that your channel is showing me the closed captions only in Chinese no one else has this problem just you here
Am elegant weapon for a more civilized age.
Howdy
why don't we say the W
Still waiting for the bible verse at the end. Learning new information each video
ok, how the hell can the term rapier be used IN the bronce age? BEFORE EUROPEAN LANGUAGES AS TODAY EXISTED:
you are likely refering to the fact that archeologists do refer to some bronceage style of sword as "rapier" which is an anachronistic classification, it was not a term they used back then.
Oh no, it is in a foreign language, I need feet and inches, I do not understand this foreign measurements.
Stuart Smith I know what you mean I have no idea how long that sword is
Sorry but... Nooooo!! Rapier came from the word Ropera, because you wore them with your clothes (Ropa), like an ornament and they were designed and developed by Spaniards according to their superior style, who dominated the battlefields all over Europe for 200 years...
I like Swords ⚔️