Military sabre guards lesson 2
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Military Sabre Cut·Academy of Historical Fencing
The second of three videos on the guard positions of British Military sabre from the Georgian era, according to Roworth.
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Обзор
The Military Sabre Cut subfamily covers the primary cutting actions of the military sabre, emphasising powerful edge-on strikes delivered with the curved blade's natural geometry. [1] Military sabre cuts include horizontal, diagonal, and vertical slashes optimised for mounted combat, where speed and momentum generate devastating force. [1],[2] Unlike the precision cuts of longsword fencing, military sabre cuts favour gross motor movements that remain effective under battlefield stress and on horseback. [2],[3]
История и происхождение
Military sabre cutting technique was standardised in cavalry manuals from the eighteenth century onward, with British, French, and Prussian armies each developing their own cutting systems. [1] The debate between cut and thrust as the primary sabre action influenced sword design throughout the nineteenth century. [2],[3]
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Эффективность
Military sabre cuts were designed for mounted and dismounted combat, using heavy curved blades capable of inflicting disabling wounds through cavalry slashes and infantry downward cuts. [1]
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Биомеханический механизм
Primary Action — Cutting, thrusting, or striking with a bladed weapon — edge alignment and trajectory determine cutting effectiveness
Joints Involved — Wrists (edge alignment and rotation), elbows (extension for thrusts, chambering for cuts), shoulders (arc of the cut), hips (power generation)
Force Vector — Varies — downward diagonal cut (kesa-giri), horizontal cut (yoko-giri), thrust (tsuki), or rising cut (kiri-age)
Weapon Mechanic — Edge alignment (hasuji) is critical — the blade must travel along its cutting plane for effective cuts
Позиция и вход
From ready stance (chudan-no-kamae or equivalent) — Assume guard position, establish distance (ma-ai), execute the cut or thrust when an opening appears
From engagement distance — Use footwork to close to striking range, execute the technique with proper edge alignment (hasuji)
As counter — Wait for the opponent's attack, deflect or avoid, and counter-cut to the exposed target
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British Military Sabre Instruction - Cut 3 and 4
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Military Sabre Cut·Espada Negra
Following our cuts 1 and 2 video, we bring you cuts 3 and 4 to wrap up the upwards cuts of the system. While it may seem…
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Экстремальный9/10
Edged weapons cause fatal lacerations; historical battlefield mortality rates >30% (Amberger 1999)
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Разрешена ли техника по основным соревновательным правилам
— FIE — Legal fencing technique — governed by FIE rules for...
FIE Rules of CompetitionPDFHEMA — Legal in historical fencing competition {src— various organizations
Заметки по тренировке
✓Military sabre cuts are the primary offensive techniques — delivered from multiple angles to exploit openings in the opponent's defence, using the curved blade's design for maximum cutting efficiency (Hutton, The Swordsman, 1891)
✓The standard military sabre cutting system uses numbered cuts: 1 (head), 2 (right cheek), 3 (left cheek), 4 (right flank), 5 (left flank), 6 (chest), with variations by tradition
✓The curved blade concentrates cutting force: the belly of the curve contacts the target first, focusing energy on a smaller area
✓Cutting mechanics: the sabre cut uses a drawing action (pulling the blade through the target) in addition to the impact force
✓The moulinet (circular blade rotation) transitions between cuts: the blade describes a circle before each cut, building momentum
✓Military sabre cuts were trained by cutting at targets (pells, suspended objects) to develop edge alignment and power
✓The distinction between military and sport sabre cuts: military cuts use the full blade with real cutting intent; sport sabre cuts use only the front third for touches
Типичные ошибки
!Cutting with the flat of the blade — edge alignment is critical for effective sabre cuts
!Using only arm strength — the sabre cut uses the whole body: step, hip rotation, and arm extension
!Not drawing the blade through the target — the curved blade requires a pulling motion for effective cutting
!Cutting at the same angle repeatedly — develop all numbered cuts for complete offensive capability
!Not using the moulinet between cuts — the circular transition builds momentum and connects combinations
!Stopping the blade on contact instead of cutting through — follow through the target for effective cutting
!Training cuts without a target — cutting practice on physical targets develops proper mechanics that air cutting cannot
Связанные техники
Контрприёмы
Цепочка подготовки
1Assume Guard (Kamae/Hut) — take the appropriate ready position with the weapon
2Measure Distance (Ma-ai) — establish correct striking distance
3Initiate Cut/Thrust — execute the technique with proper edge alignment or point control
4Follow Through (Zanshin) — maintain awareness and readiness after the technique
Источники и ссылки
Основной источник
The Art of Fencing (Luigi Barbasetti, 1932)
1КнигаThe Book of Five Rings (Musashi, 1645)
Alias sources — [1] Cold Steel (Hutton, 1889) [2] Hoplology (Burton, 1884) [3] Hoplology (Burton, 1884)
2КнигаThe Art of Fencing (Barbasetti, 1932)
Effectiveness sources — [1] The Martial Arts of Renaissance Europe (Anglo, 2000)
3ДругоеJapanese Martial Arts Standard Terminology (武道用語)
Established Japanese martial arts naming convention — native Japanese term (和語/漢語)
4ЦитатаThe Book of Five Rings (Musashi, 1645)
Alias sources — [1] Cold Steel (Hutton, 1889) [2] Hoplology (Burton, 1884) [3] Hoplology (Burton, 1884)
5ЦитатаThe Art of Fencing (Barbasetti, 1932)
Effectiveness sources — [1] The Martial Arts of Renaissance Europe (Anglo, 2000)
Сообщество
Атлетизм
Requires
wrist control for edge alignment, grip endurance, footwork precision
Favours
quick wrists, strong forearms, good posture
Key muscles
forearm extensors/flexors, deltoids, core, calves
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Часто задаваемые вопросы
What are the main military sabre guards and how do they differ?
The Academy of Historical Fencing identifies four primary guards: outside hanging guard, inside hanging guard, outside half hanging, and inside half hanging. While these guards change the line of defense, the actual angle of the blade remains exactly the same across them.
Which guard is considered the strongest in military sabre?
Outside hanging guard is described as far stronger than other guards, even though outside guard itself is very useful. The Academy of Historical Fencing emphasizes this as one of the strongest defensive positions available.
What should I defend against when using half hanging guards?
Half hanging guards are designed primarily to defend against lower targets, particularly against thrusts and some cuts, according to the Academy of Historical Fencing.
Why might an instructor prefer teaching cuts from an inside guard position?
Starting from an inside guard makes it easier to drop the point for cuts compared to an outside guard, which requires extra compensatory movement, as explained in British Military Sabre instruction.
Как работает Military Sabre Cut?
The Military Sabre Cut subfamily covers the primary cutting actions of the military sabre, emphasising powerful edge-on strikes delivered with the curved blade's natural geometry. Military sabre cuts include horizontal, diagonal, and vertical slashes optimised for mounted combat, where speed and momentum generate devastating force.
Откуда происходит Military Sabre Cut?
Military sabre cutting technique was standardised in cavalry manuals from the eighteenth century onward, with British, French, and Prussian armies each developing their own cutting systems. The debate between cut and thrust as the primary sabre action influenced sword design throughout the nineteenth century.
Разрешён ли Military Sabre Cut на соревнованиях?
FIE: разрешён — Legal fencing technique — governed by FIE rules for foil, épée, and sabre; HEMA: разрешён — Legal in historical fencing competition
Насколько опасен Military Sabre Cut?
Оценка опасности 9/10. Extreme — edged weapons cause fatal lacerations; historical battlefield mortality rates >30% (Amberger 1999)
Как подготовить Military Sabre Cut?
Стандартная цепочка подготовки: Assume Guard (Kamae/Hut) → Measure Distance (Ma-ai) → Initiate Cut/Thrust → Follow Through (Zanshin).
Как защититься от Military Sabre Cut?
Стандартные контрприёмы: Parry (Absetzen) — deflect the incoming blade with a counter-displacement / Void (Step Back) — withdraw from measure to avoid the cutting arc / Counter-Cut (Nachreisen) — strike into the opponent's opening during their attack.
Какие есть варианты Military Sabre Cut?
Распространённые варианты: Standard cut (primary cutting angle from the ready stance); Thrust (tsuki) (straight thrust targeting the throat, chest, or face); Rising cut (kiri-age) (upward diagonal cut from low to high); Diagonal cut (kesa-giri) (downward diagonal cut following the kimono line).
Насколько эффективен Military Sabre Cut на соревнованиях?
Military sabre competition existed as an Olympic event (1896–1920) before being replaced by the lighter sporting sabre. HEMA tournaments now feature military sabre bouts.
Какие типичные ошибки при выполнении Military Sabre Cut?
Основные ошибки, на которые стоит обратить внимание: Cutting with the flat of the blade — edge alignment is critical for effective sabre cuts / Using only arm strength — the sabre cut uses the whole body: step, hip rotation, and arm extension / Not drawing the blade through the target — the curved blade requires a pulling motion for effective cutting / Cutting at the same angle repeatedly — develop all numbered cuts for complete offensive capability.
Какие ещё названия есть у Military Sabre Cut?
Military Sabre Cut также известен как Guntō Kiri, Sabre Slash, Cavalry Cut, Szabla Cut.