Fence With Your Whole Body #3: The Abschneiden

The Abschneiden represents the last of the fundamental close-range longsword techniques presented here. Following the two horizontal and four diagonal Zwerhau strikes introduced in earlier parts of the series, Abschneiden brings downward cuts delivered during close-quarters combat. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Tactical Use 01:20 Static Drills 03:47 Dynamic Drills 04:55 Safety 05:41 Under-slices "Fence with your whole body" is general advice by the Sources regarding execution of all fencing. This motto captures the entire concept of longsword fighting as a synergistic collaboration of all parts of human body dedicated to one goal. To execute a perfect fencing action. Covering both technical and tactical aspects, the general approach of all interpretations is designed for HEMA practicioners. KdF Unspoken is HEMA-focused channel dedicated to presenting old and new Kunst des Fechten interpretations. HEMA or Historical European Martial Arts is world-wide history/sport based movement reviving and practising martial arts of medieval and modern era Europe. Used picture in thumbnail came from Wiktenauer (https://wiktenauer.com/wiki/Main_Page): Hans Talhoffer Fechtbuch (MS_Thott.290.2º), Det Kongelige Bibliotek Background music: –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Track: Inside — Land of Fire [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: • Inside — Land of Fire | Free Background Mu... Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/inside –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– #HEMA #Longsword #Fencing