Collar-and-Elbow

Art

Overview

Traditional Irish wrestling style where competitors start by gripping the opponent's collar with one hand and elbow with the other. Was popular in 19th-century America. Abraham Lincoln was a noted practitioner.

Country of Origin

Ireland

Founded

— Ancient era

Also known as

Collar and Elbow Wrestling

Combat Effectiveness

Overall Combat Rating

5/10

History & Origin

Lineage & Key Figures

Lineage

Structure & Training

Signature Techniques

Collar-elbow starting positionInside and outside trips

Core Technique Classes

Collar-and-elbow gripTripsThrowsSweeps

Sub-Types

folk wrestling

Competition

Medical & Safety

Danger Rating

moderate/10

Sources & References

[1] Kent, Graeme (ed.). Wrestling: From Antiquity to the Present. 1968. — link

Geography & Status

Status

Active

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