Sword Fighting: An Introduction to handling a Long Sword

Detailed single—handed sword fighting and buckler—wielding instruction based on Medieval combat manuals, with step—by—step guide to multiple fighting stances and methods.


In this sequel to the first volume, which introduced the long sword, Herbert Schmidt explains single—handed sword fighting techniques with a buckler, or small shield. “Single—handed sword” here refers to the sword wielded in one hand, as used throughout almost the entire Middle Ages.

This book analyzes historical evide...