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I see that they have added a new item to the "Battle Cry" line. A Scottish basket hilt broadsword. Was John Clements involved with it too? I loved my Bosworth Longsword (which I bought specifically because of John's endorsment). It isn't an Albion, but it is well worth the price. Has anyon...

When and where do you guys train? I've tried to contact Shane but have been unsuccessful. I'm currently working in the area. Thank you. Rob Robertson Shane: I will be coming back home to check on things the week after next as well. I will telephone, but are we still going to train in the Park? I see...

Try holding the axe about halfway up the grip with your thumb extending towards the head on the back of the haft. It feels a little odd at first, but increases speed and makes it easier to do a "pommel smash". You do lose range and the full benefit of the head, but there are times it can b...

I agree! Such character is to be applauded, espaecially these days! Make your own waster! I have a larger than average family, when I first met ARMA I had 8 still at home. Though there are now only 5 kids at home (sure is quiet now) I wasn't thrilled to fork out $800-$1,000 for wasters! So, I made t...

Not to be stuck up, but what exactly are you looking for? There's a reason that the most used tool is a waster. Read this: http://www.thearma.org/essays/wasters.htm If you're looking to forge a longsword, don't be discouraged. Don't be stupid either. Set yourself up for success. If you haven't held ...

I'm currently working in N.E. Ohio and won't be home until mid-May after Pittsburgh, so I can't look up my references. What I CAN tell you is that the above three are right. My introduction to highland warfare was when I was watching a BBC documentary on the old highland lifestyle, when I was cross ...

Peggy, When I used to live in Utah (20 years ago), one guy used to hang a chicken by its legs with a string to de-capitate dinner. Whether the edge alinment was off or correct, it was obvious. While it WAS practical, we'll probably never see that in a book today either. :lol: Rob I suspect a lot of ...

Richard Martell wrote:Hey Andy,

Any update on when and where? I will plan on being there and maybe bring a friend.

I'm interested, I don't expect to be working at that time. Depending on the cost, I could bring a couple of youth.

We live in Breckinridge County. Between Leitchfield and Hardinsberg.

Rob

Like all functional weapons, I'm sure the form of the round shield follows it's function. Mathematically, the circle gives you the most area with the smallest perimeter, so you get a lot of coverage without the pesky corners of a square or rectangle getting in the way of your weapon arm. Round shie...

My name is Derrick Berrier and I have been with ARMA for almost a year. I have attended a NTP1.0 with John Clements and have also been to a Jochim Meyer seminar with Jake Norwood. Since joining ARMA I have trained mainly alone and with one other associate member. I feel like I am at a point in my t...

I believe that James Sterrett lives out your way. P.M. him. I travel quite a bit due to my work and we tried to get together when I was working near there, but our schedules couldn't mesh. How I find people like him is when I read a post I pay attention to where he's from and then I PM whoever seems...

I see several comments praising these. I see many inquieries for price and availability, etc. Anybody have an answer?

Hooray! I believe that I'll actually be available for that one. I sure do hope so!!! Rob Greetings all, The Columbus study group will be hosting a NTP 1.0 on 2/3-4/07 at: http://www.rpac.osu.edu/ The cost will be 50$ per person. Saturday will be the 1.0 and Sunday will be open sparring and freeplay....

Dont leave us hanging, Jay! What are they? Rob[/quote] Leg hooks inside, outside and crossing (for you judo guys osotogari). Over-the-leg throws, facing away and facing same direction. This week I talked with a state department of corrections defensive tactics instructor who defeated a shank attack ...

Ah! That makes more sense. Getting someone off their feet is usually easier from the hip than from the foot in my experience. It doesn't take as precise a movement either, thus making it more combat effective. Thanks, now I need to go practice it! :D Hmm. It really depends on the situation and the ...