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elbows_and_knees
Black Belt
Joined: 24 Jun 2005
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Styles: thai boxing, grappling
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Also, the broad sword by its nature will require larger, more powerful movements which will leave you open to counter attacks unless you are very good.
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broadsword techniques really aren't that wide, ROM wise. |
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parkerlineage
Pre-Black Belt
Joined: 03 Sep 2004
Posts: 948
Location: Redding, CA
Styles: American Kenpo - 12 years; Danzan Ryu Ju Jitsu - Starting! (Dabbled in Wushu, Eagle Claw)
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You also need to define the type of sword more. Broad sword is generally known as a "two handed" sword, was about 6 feet long, and needed two hands to wield. Very heavy, and not very agile.
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I believe you are, in actuality, referring to a greatsword. Trust me - I'm writing a book.  
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Aodhan
Black Belt
Joined: 29 Apr 2005
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Styles: ATA TKD, WTF, Shotokan
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| Posted: Mon May 08, 2006 8:54 am Post subject: |
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You also need to define the type of sword more. Broad sword is generally known as a "two handed" sword, was about 6 feet long, and needed two hands to wield. Very heavy, and not very agile.
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I believe you are, in actuality, referring to a greatsword. Trust me - I'm writing a book. |
Yes, I am. However, to the layperson, you say "great sword" and they go whaa? You say broadsword and at least a few more people will know what you are talking about.
Heh. I played D&D for years, and I also perform at Renaissance Faires. I see ALL the varieties coming through the gates at various festivals.
Aodhan
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marie curie
KF Sempai
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Location: PA, USA
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Has anyone ever lifted a broad sword? HEAVY! So, I can't really see that one being reasonable for any of us non-powerlifters 
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parkerlineage
Pre-Black Belt
Joined: 03 Sep 2004
Posts: 948
Location: Redding, CA
Styles: American Kenpo - 12 years; Danzan Ryu Ju Jitsu - Starting! (Dabbled in Wushu, Eagle Claw)
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| you say "great sword" and they go whaa? |
You wouldn't believe how many people that have read my book and said, "Why do you keep calling their swords great?"
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You are officially awesome.
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Anbu Alex
Green Belt
Joined: 29 Jun 2005
Posts: 443
Location: From the villiage hidden in the broo-lyn
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| Posted: Tue May 09, 2006 11:16 am Post subject: |
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Straight sword its the only one i know how to use and was taught when i did kung fu
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dtstiachi
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Location: Dallas TX
Styles: Tai Chi, Kotana Karate, Bagua
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Right now I only know the Jian. I have heard that both are great, but are used different ways.
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phi-long
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straight sword.
more agile, and deceptive. not realy a matter of being good or not (skill does count, dont get me wrong), but more an issue of having faith in your style.
broadsword doesnt seem that heavy to me but i do prefer straight as i said before.
never had any trouble aginst katanas,bo's, or spears. i did have trouble aginst the twin hooks, naginata, and my own personal favorite the fans. |
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parkerlineage
Pre-Black Belt
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Location: Redding, CA
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I see lots of references to the heaviness of broadswords. My dao weighs in at a "hefty" 1.5 pounds. Heavy? I think not.
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Tef
Yellow Belt
Joined: 06 Aug 2006
Posts: 77
Location: Berknam, Shaolifornia
Styles: Shaolin Kempo, Wu-Tang Sword, Muay Thai, Kechwa MA
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Yeah, i agree. A broadsword isn't really heavy, its just a bit wider than a straight sword, hence the name. I've studied both for a little and my personal favorite is the jian because its a bit faster and cuts on both sides, so it can cut an area twice if you do it really fast. Like slash with a reverse grip, twist low into a cross step, switch to your right and slash again as you twist more. (this is a step in the Dragon and Phoenix jian set)
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