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Post by rimuru on Jul 21, 2021 20:47:53 GMT
Hi all,
This is my first post here, I'm new to swords, used to be in Thai boxing. I purchased a Ryujin T10 Wakizashi, it's supposed to be a light sword but still feels heavy on my hands (I rarely build any forearm strength before). I also like saber and rapier but it looks like they are quite heavy to me (All over 2.5 lbs). I'm 5'8'' 135lbs - pretty skinny, so I wonder is there light saber/rapier there that I can wield? Sorry for this noob question. Thanks in advance!
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Post by Deleted on Jul 21, 2021 21:00:17 GMT
If you can find an antique Spanish 1895 artillery saber, it's exactly what you want. They are incredibly light, and they are great at cutting through light targets.
Tho if I was you, I would practice my forms with your current sword till you build strength to use it. It's what I did
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Post by durinnmcfurren on Jul 21, 2021 21:16:46 GMT
I don't think you'd find it too hard to build up to being able to use those heavier swords. Even without being all that heavy yourself, you can build up the forearm muscles you need with some practice. In fact, many people historically were probably about your size! In any case, you might be interested in this video:
One thing I think you might find is that because of the way that swords require muscle use, whether or not you are big and strong has less to do with how effectively you can wield a sword than you might think.
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Post by AndiTheBarvarian on Jul 21, 2021 21:24:44 GMT
A replica of the US Naval Officers Sword might be a good idea. I have the discontinued Cold Steel version but Windlass still seems to offer one. My first thought when handling mine was "a lightsaber".
The Windlass D-Guard Bowie is an excellent short saber, very light and nimble.
You can also take e look at the Cold Steel machetes. Some of them are very similar to swords and in general rather lightweight. And cheap, good to get some experience.
Swords need forearm strength and handling swords build up forearm strenght. Just start with the right - not too heavy - weight.
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Post by rimuru on Jul 22, 2021 14:04:23 GMT
Thanks a lot for the inputs, I think it's a better idea to build strength for now.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 22, 2021 16:45:45 GMT
Thanks a lot for the inputs, I think it's a better idea to build strength for now. Practice saber drills with your wakizashi, I recommend doing it in both hands to build ambidexterity and so you won't have uneven strength. Ambidexterity rules
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Post by rimuru on Jul 22, 2021 18:26:09 GMT
Thanks a lot for the inputs, I think it's a better idea to build strength for now. Practice saber drills with your wakizashi, I recommend doing it in both hands to build ambidexterity and so you won't have uneven strength. Ambidexterity rules Duel wield? I do found it's interesting but rarely see anyone doing it.
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Post by rimuru on Jul 22, 2021 18:41:36 GMT
I'm also watching some fencing videos, it looks like everyone steps linearly without any lateral moves. Is it because of the fencing rule?
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Post by Deleted on Jul 22, 2021 18:52:20 GMT
Practice saber drills with your wakizashi, I recommend doing it in both hands to build ambidexterity and so you won't have uneven strength. Ambidexterity rules Duel wield? I do found it's interesting but rarely see anyone doing it. I prefer to switch hands and keep my focus on one weapon. Switching grips and hands is common in spear and Axe use, I think. I play hockey both sides and ride skateboards both sides, so it always gave me an unfair advantage in learning pole weapons in kata and forms. I think it's important to practice both sides, even if you use sword and buckler, it's good to have a similar level of proficiency in each arm
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Post by Deleted on Jul 22, 2021 20:06:50 GMT
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Post by durinnmcfurren on Jul 22, 2021 22:22:32 GMT
Practice saber drills with your wakizashi, I recommend doing it in both hands to build ambidexterity and so you won't have uneven strength. Ambidexterity rules Duel wield? I do found it's interesting but rarely see anyone doing it. Nah, just so you can use either hand and have the strength and practice to do it.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 22, 2021 23:30:39 GMT
Duel wield? I do found it's interesting but rarely see anyone doing it. Nah, just so you can use either hand and have the strength and practice to do it. Yea this haha. Dude, if I'm ever a writer one day, i need you as my editor. You word things so much better than I do
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