Sharp Sparring
Are the mechanics of sparring with sharp swords appreciably different than with blunts? We fought with sharps so you don’t have to.
RJ McKeehan is an internationally recognized cutting expert, fighter, and instructor. He has appeared on Mythbusters and will appear soon on Man at Arms: Art of War as a European weapons specialist. When he’s not on TV, he runs South Coast Swords, a successful HEMA school and gear retailer. While RJ has some medals to his name, he feels that his club’s success can be measured by the actions and words of his students.
Are the mechanics of sparring with sharp swords appreciably different than with blunts? We fought with sharps so you don’t have to.