$249.99, Hand and Half Swords Swords of this type have been used by European reenactors in tournaments, sword fighting displays and battle re-enactments for many years. (I'm well acquainted with Tony Swatton, David Baker and Jesse Belsky) Original Price 2,413.05 The parts you see in all of the pics below (except the last one) are manufactured to my own design specifications. . Here are the different kinds of swords used in stage combat. The Champion Stage Combat Sword is a popular and durable functional reenactment sword that features full tang construction. Other weapons like akatana, a Japanese-style sword that is curved on one side, andnunchuckscan also be used on stage. Out of stock. Also, many techniques appropriate for live-action demonstrations are completely unsuitable for stage work. OK, I understand what you mean, but thats like saying that you dont really need brakes on your car because there is only one stop sign on your way to work. Now technically you can leave the pins un-peened since they are held captive in the 1/2" diameter channel of the grip. They allow you to practice sparring and light combat safely, either by yourself or with others. Stage combat is a special technique in theatre designed to create the illusion of physical combat without causing harm to the performers. Battle Ready Swords for sale feature a functional blade and are built for stage combat and reenactment. Those whose only experience is in non-theatrical combat (SCA, stuntmen, martial artists, fencers, etc.) Each technique has its pros and cons, and I use different methods for different projects. Item # MY100594 Like a fearsome 11th century Norman warrior, you battle your enemies with stalwart defiance. Fight the fight, I pray you, as I choreographed it to you, trippingly on the blade. Suit the action to the sword, the sword to the action, with this special observance, that you oerstep not the modesty of nature. To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies. Best training swords have a realistic feel, balance, and weight of the real thing. Military Swords The sword came into fashion in England and France in the late seventeenth century, when any man, civilian or military, with pretensions to gentlemanly status would have worn a small sword on a daily basis. They are forged with more robust blades for sword on sword fight choreography, theatrical duels and Western Martial Arts (WMA). Sword blanks to make into stage combat swords, costume accessory, trainer, or other prop. How close can you get while not knocking it off of the stool? Under the right conditions, even the flimsy blunted foil can pass through the human body. With the rise of cinema, the use of stage combat in films also began to become popular, coming to a height in Bruce Lees and Sonny Chibas films during the 1960s. I'm looking for sources for Aluminum swords/Swordmakers. Original Price from 788.25 The smallsword (sometimes referred to as court sword) is a light one-handed sword designed for thrusting which evolved out of the longer and heavier rapier of the late Renaissance. Blades are made of 5160 high carbon spring steel and heat tempered, which increases the cost but mades the blades much longer lasting. Depictions of self-injury or sexual assault are also considered to be stage combat. An example of this can be seen in West Side Storys fight between Riff and Bernardo. 153.71, 384.26 [This is a very condensed extract from our book The Textbook of Theatrical Combat . One key to the success of this method is the epoxy. Thoughts, please. Otherwise, it seems to be very sturdy. Public collections can be seen by the public, including other shoppers, and may show up in recommendations and other places. But strong attacks rarely break a sword. Stage combat. Add to wishlist. Please. And never assume that the actors are going to know how to do this. * All Items on our Website are Replicas or Reproductions. Battle Ready Stage Combat swords for sale are 40 inches in all. Even if the sword only has to touch another, Everyone thinks that as long as the attacks are kept weak, the swords wont sustain damage. The tolerances on the slot need to be very tight to avoid rattling/loosening over time. This fearsome blade, inspired by the swords of ancient Germanic warriors, has been made safe for stage combat with its blunted edges and rounded tip. All types of styles are available including fencing swords for sparring that feature a button tip and medieval reenactment swords with unsharpened flat blunt blades. At SwordNArmory, we offer a variety of swords, medieval armory, knives, and martial arts weapons for collectors, as well as for stage and costume use. Rubber is impractical for a sword fight: if made too floppy it looks foolish, and if too stiff its like fighting with clubs. So dont force the block, pushing your partners sword away; simply meet the incoming sword at the pre-arranged point in space. Jaeger Rugged Viking Sword - Stage Combat and Live Steel Perfomances. These swords were designed for stage combat. It is employed in live stage plays as well as operatic and ballet productions. Look at what you want to hit, and be specific. One school of fight choreography argue that in live stage combat, such as in a play, it is expected that the audience will react negatively to even simulated violence if there is a fear that the actors can be really harmed and in some way stop thinking about the character and instead worry about the performer. Even when the threading punches through the skin of the aluminum tang, my own destructive tests show that the threaded steel rod will bend and then break before the aluminum will give. The closer you keep your block to your own body, the more realistic your partners attack will look to the audience. The rapier has the advantage of the thrust over the slash which means it could be a much smaller and lighter weapon than the broadsword. By the mid-1960s, John Waller, fight director for stage and screen began to teach stage combat at London drama schools, with an emphasis on historical realism. my .357 lever action marlin rifle, a 52'' two-handed claymore type sword (full aluminum, but . For live stage combat (as opposed to film where the sounds effects will all be added in post production), its important that an aluminum sword rings when its struck against another aluminum blade. Swords & Sabers. The downside of this method is that in addition to the rectangular channel for the flat of the tang, you also need a 1/2" diameter hole drilled through the grip to accommodate the steel attachment. Champion Stage Combat Sword This historically researched sword is made of a full-tang, thick-edged, 1065 high carbon steel blade with peened construction using solid brass parts, to be used as a two-handed sword on stage. Original Price 354.71 10. Cutting motions with the sword should not be confused with tree chopping. User's name is "spiro.". Method #4A -- Pinned Tang Attachment + Recessed Allen Nut. Nice! Sort By. Stage Combat Swords Reenactment Blunt Blade $129.99. Leather-wrapped wood grip. 6mm rod is fine for rapier pommels, but too thin for broadsword pommels. Swords Direct is a preferred supplier for Military Swords and Sabers. On every move, attack with the foible, defend with the forte. Cold Steel - Quick Draw Sword Cane. Join. 9. Blade Length: 33 3/4". # 501524. Original Price from 532.07 If she is supposed to block your incoming thrust to the outside of her left hip, then simply make sure that your target is outside of her left hip. The Franks and other Germanic cultures fought during the end of the Roman empire. (10% off), Sale Price from 159.62 The upsides, though, is that you can screw a big pommel right on to the sword, and you don't need it slotted, etc., and you don't have to worry about having an allen wrench on hand to tighten up your sword. Medieval Clothing Stage Combat swords are the most durable swords for practice, theatrical, sparring and reenactment. Always thrust and cut off-line. Follow the blade tips if you want to develop control of your sword. Should it come to pass that a stage fight director is unavailable for your production, I suggest that the actor keep the following principles in mind: 1. The TriggerTech Diamond Rem 700 Trigger (cloned actions only) was designed to meet the requirements of leading competitive shooters with the help of the K&M Shooting Team and several leading R700 Clone Action Manufacturers. All rights reserved. The pros of this method are that the weight and torque of the pommel is supported by a large (unthreaded) rectangular cross section of aluminum, while the compression is taken care of by a steel-to-steel threaded connection which won't strip. 57 votes, 13 comments. But strong attacks rarely break a sword. . The whether here in Germany depends much on where the wind or air comes from, last week Sahara. 7. Custom Engraving, Cavalry Swords . You can unsubscribe at any time. 73. r/metalworking. I have attempted to contact the few aluminum sword sellers that I could find. Medieval Single Hand Sword with Scabbard - Stage Combat. $299.99, Cup Hilt Fencing Swords Swords designed for live steel combat. Stage combat swords will generally weigh more than a "Battle Ready" equivalent and are not made to be sharpened. Here, the grip,guard and pommel are held in place with a combination of epoxy and pins/rivets/bolts that pass laterally through the tang. $43.99 $ 43. However, I've modified my own tang attachments to receive a slotted pommel with a recessed nut. This sword is wonderful for controlled reenactments and theatrical productions. So it is with swords. This will both look far more real than the traditional bent elbow cut, but also has the added benefit of completely dissipating the energy of the cut before it reaches your partner. These swords are made by Red Dragon Armoury, who specializes in affordable swords and sparring equipment for Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA). Sometimes a knight may need more than just a sword. Any techniques not polished before going into tech week must be cut from the fight. Your email address will not be published. Battle Ready Swords: Custom colors, no matter how invisible to the naked eye, are available at an additional charge of $25. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. These swords are peened and feature solid steel parts. $279.99, Scottish Mortuary Swords Cold Steel Aluminum Head Sword Cane. Contact Us $299.99, Medieval Long Swords If the grip is solid polycarbonate, ABS or PETG, thats likely ok. and martial arts weapons for collectors, as well as for stage and costume use. The other end of the steel rod is threaded 3/8-16 (a good size for hefty pommels), and a pommel can screw right on. Leather-wrapped wood grip. The most notable ones were George Dubois, a Parisian martial artist and director who created performance fighting styles based on the combat pattern of gladiators, as well as Renaissance rapier and dagger fencing. This dagger is great for adding authenticity to a stage production or a costume. 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