Videos tagged with HEMA

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This review explores the Lepage Wax-Bullet Dueling Pistols, a fascinating example of turning dueling into a safe sport around 1905. The pistols use dummy cartridges with primer-propelled wax balls, requiring specialized protective gear like glass-plated masks and handguards. Their technical features include rifled barrels and light triggers, typical of high-quality sporting firearms of the era.

This video showcases a combat demonstration of two-handed sword fighting techniques, drawing inspiration from medieval fighting manuals. It serves as a preview of an educational team's efforts to bring historical combat styles to life. The description encourages viewers to visit the Royal Armouries website for their full events calendar and provides links to their website, blog, Facebook, and Twitter for further engagement.

This video showcases a dynamic two-handed sword fight performed by interpreters from the Royal Armouries. The combat demonstration takes place within the dedicated Tournament gallery at the Royal Armouries in Leeds, offering viewers a glimpse into historical martial practices and the artistry of swordplay.

This YouTube video focuses on a tournament featuring Pollaxe combat. The title suggests a competitive event where participants engage in combat using the pollaxe weapon. The content likely showcases the skills, techniques, and excitement of this historical martial art or sport.