The Armour Archive

Dietrich von Stroheim

http://mustang-solutions.com/images/murder_stroke.gif BONK!!! Here's a short tourney vid where I start out in a half-sword guard, until I get inside the poleman's range. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckvr-0TMMgg In the SCA context I mostly just use halfswording to defend against spears or polearms...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Tally wrote:Which is pure boorishness

Probably. Two wrongs don't make a right, but responding to obnoxiousness with obnoxiousness has ever been a failing of mine.

And probably not one that is unique to me!

Dietrich von Stroheim

If we focus 100% on our contests, on bringing the absolute best and purist fight we can to our opponents, then that is all the 'entertainment' we are required to provide to the crowd. I choose to take a knee and salute when bested--there is no rule that requires you 'die,' and it doesn't make sense ...

Dietrich von Stroheim

I'll raise ya to $90 on the gaunts.

Dietrich von Stroheim

I don't find sword and shield fighting to be boring at all. There are no boring weapon forms, just boring people. In Atlantia, the fighting is fast-paced, brutal, vigorous and exciting--whether at close quarters or at range. I don't think I've seen any of the agonizingly-long belly-to-belly flailing...

Dietrich von Stroheim

For tournaments, I fight sword and center-grip teardrop because that is what I am most competitive with.

Greatsword would be a close second.

For melees, spear is my primary form.

In terms of pure fun, greatsword and sword and buckler.

Dietrich von Stroheim

Broadway wrote:
Dietrich von Stroheim wrote:I'll be there, running with William Thomas, Afshin, and the Ebonwoulfe crew. Look for the tall guy in black with the spear... and a Badass Sallet.

There, I fixed that for you.

Hahah, thanks man, what would I do without ya!

Dietrich von Stroheim

I'm on the left--I like the cut of the new tunic my lady made for me, but the heat has been brutal at the past few events I've been to, making me regret my choice of colors! http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs685.snc4/62549_1406321562913_1378642825_30987975_8226478_n.jpg Only changes I'm ...

Dietrich von Stroheim

I'll be there, running with William Thomas, Afshin, and the Ebonwoulfe crew. Look for the tall guy in black with the spear.

Dietrich von Stroheim

I'll bid $50!

Dietrich von Stroheim

Second dibs, if the transaction falls through!

Dietrich von Stroheim

Y'all beat me to it, but yes, it seems to me that since we can safely place our shield against the opponent's body to restrict his ability to attack or defend, we can likewise safely place our body against the shield to do likewise. And by safely, I mean safely to the opponent--if I try a move that ...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Case study: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhQ1MK15FPY&feature=related Skip right to 5:29...not only is this display of badassery legal, it is completely awesome!! I can see there are ways in which it could be abused, but just follow the basic 'Don't be a douche' rule and all will be well.

Dietrich von Stroheim

There was one instance when I quite consciously raised my sword hand such that to track it my opponent was looking right up into the sun. And I did proceed to strike him, straight out of the sun, intentionally stealing a dirty trick from aerial combat and applying it to our game. That opponent real...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Usually when I am fighting the sun is high in the sky, so if we are both standing it doesn't really make much difference (aside from being so damn hot) When I leg a guy I always put the sun to his back, like I was taught. "If not, I fix that..." Although Nissan's hilarious response really ...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Hi Aaron, Glad to hear you had a great tourney! My guess, just based on what I've read of your posts, would be that you felt more confident in your own abilities this time--when you believe your opponent is about to smoke you, then the fight is usually over before it even started. And yes, you absol...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Heh, thanks. There aren't a lot of other videos showing sword and buckler being effective against skilled fighters with large shields, because it is definitely a tough row to hoe...but it is very fun. One notable exception is any video with Duke Havoc from the West kingdom--this guy uses a tiny tria...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Why, to watch a skilled sword and buckler fighter would undoubtedly bring a tear of joy to my eye. Regards Avery As promised, here's a couple clips from today, showing sword and buckler vs some friends who are both using largish shields. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JzIaaiVD8dU http://www.youtube...

Dietrich von Stroheim

well i thought it was a ballsy move and while he was trying it i kinda froze, unsure of what to do. and dont worry, i dont let people yield to me unless they are afraid to fight me or ive bested them. regards logan Hah, reminds me of the time your squire hacked the tip off my spear, and I was the l...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Give him a sword and shield so that he can blend into the rest of the community better, practice with the buckler also of course but starting someone off as an outlayer might not be the best for him. As you know Aaron I fight buckler also so have nothing against it, it would just be very difficult ...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Interesting. How do those of you using historical techniques have to modify them to account for the tendency of SCA opponents to shield block rather than sword bind? For one, I am of the opinion that if we can think of a way to swing a sword efficiently, someone else thought of it too back in the m...

Dietrich von Stroheim

I don't fight with a buckler..... That being said, I am 6'5" and fight with a smallish round shield. 26" I lose my legs a lot against better fighters, ie they are able to essentially take them at will. Any advice? Og. Greetings Og, I'm only 6'3, but when I play sword and buckler people se...

Dietrich von Stroheim

DukeAvery wrote:Why, to watch a skilled sword and buckler fighter would undoubtedly bring a tear of joy to my eye.

Regards

Avery

I will see if I can get some video footage this weekend, your Grace.

Leo, great vid! Thanks for sharing, it was fun to watch your footwork and combos.

Dietrich von Stroheim

I'm pleased to see so much enthusiasm for the sword and buckler style! If you are considering purchasing one, I recommend Windrose armory, in 14 ga (anything lighter than that is going to get trashed) Here is what mine looks like: http://mustang-solutions.com/sitebuilder/images/Cloak_and_buckler2-35...

Dietrich von Stroheim

SCA fighters don't bind. It is almost as foriegn a context as winding. Can't speak for others, but I do a lot of winding with greatsword. When the guy with the big shield rushes me, I sometimes use a heavy oberhau brought down onto the top of their shield, then ratchet my hilt up high and deliver a...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Steve: I think you should definitely give it a try, fighting sword and buckler will force you to be active in your footwork, mindful of range and you basically have 0 passive defense so you have to actively attack the enemy's sword with your buckler. Jester: Good question! I find rattan binds very w...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Although you never see me use it in major tourneys (my teardrop just offers so many more advantages when winning is the goal), I love fighting sword and buckler. It appeals to me as such a clean, pure form that requires flawless execution, range control, footwork and hand speed. I use a lot of I-33,...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Could the gentle who purchased these please contact me, and/or check your email at the paypal address by which you paid?

We have a wee bit of a problem....

Dietrich von Stroheim

I've experimented with various lengths, but I usually prefer a sword about 38" in length, counting the thrusting tip. That's the same as the Oakeshott 12 classic arming sword. I think. It gives an ideal mix of being able to unload trick shots and feints from range, but still maneuverable enough...

Dietrich von Stroheim

I'll give these a bump or two, and if the archive doesn't have any takers, toss 'em up on ebay.

But I always like to give y'all the first crack at any armor or weapons I'm offloading.

Dietrich von Stroheim

I found these while going through boxes and getting packed for the big move to Asheville-- I am offering for sale a pair of 21" black steel Sais with leather-wrapped hilts. They are well-balanced and appear to be of excellent quality, I just have no earthly use for them myself! If you are havin...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Two: #OA1759 and #OA1777 in the collection catalogues. both are in the batshit crazy collection ro*ahem* sorry, the Oriental Armoury (slip of the tongue. always get those names mixed up...) one is late 18th C, the other early 19th. 'fraid I dont have any decent photos of the pair of them just now. ...

Dietrich von Stroheim

Just make it simple: when he grabs your polearm, pull out a dagger and stab him in the face until he yields or dispenses candy.

Dietrich von Stroheim

Your Grace, I am definitely interested. I've been wanting some maille for its sexiness, but I'm unwilling to put more than about ten pounds or so on the ol' back. Previously I had inquired around a little about getting a titanium haubergeon, but was told the cost would be my soul. That sounded a li'...

Dietrich von Stroheim

As for the madu not being a "period weapon", visit the Wallace collection in London, Englland. They have several european examples from the 14-15-hundreds. I say, good sir, is this truly so? I'm astonished that they would keep a frigging *deer antler* in such a collection of arms. Even th...

Who else likes Sword and Buckler? (Rattan)

FS: Twin Japanese Sais in need of a home! SOLD