that was a fantastic presentation. Grew up in Japanese martial arts. recently got into HEMA, and now wanting to learn about Chinese martial arts (I did study bak slim and Wing Chun from Master Jon Lo of Hong Kong 45 years or so ago, and loved it. Now into Kali and all things weapons oriented. Subbed
This video is great! It's so nice to see someone really break down the history so thoroughly. I hope you make more martial history videos in the future!
Pretty impressive sword. It reminds me of my own kind of Longshore. Your sword looks familiar enough for me to do Meyer and Ringeck with it. It is also very impressive that it's only two pounds considering the size of it. I think you've stimulated my interest in Chinese weapons now.
Nice vid! I can't wait to see part 2. Do you feel like most of your spear techniques translate well into this weapon? What are your thoughts on this weapon's use in warfare and its connections to Tang Dynasty (long dao) 長刀 units?
Sinkpoint Interesting, just to be clear, by tang long dao I am referring to the large two handed weapon which could either be an extremely long two handed sword or a polearm depending on which scholar you ask. I look forward to hearing your thoughts on the LK Chen’s tang dao soon!
About the relationship to the staff and other polearms, you might be interested to note that old English martial arts writers also said that the two-handed sword and the staff were used in similar ways. Some of those sources are mentioned in the first couple of minutes of this video: th-cam.com/video/PW-e_gt7p5M/w-d-xo.html#t=10.5s
No, these were probably made for the rich, duelists, or ceremonial purposes; maybe royalties like to lug them around because they looked cool. Swords are probably the most fragile type of weapons used in wars, several forceful smacks against solid objects and they might bend or break, and soldiers needed their weapons to last multiple engagements.
@@tonarsilverwolf6485Instances of Zweihanders being used against pikes were recorded, doesn't mean they were used against pole weapons all the time, quite frankly I think it's a bad idea, the spearman can deliver two to three thrusts within the timespan of a single swing.
Come across several TH-cam videos on LK Chen swords recently. Is the shop based in the US? The types of Chinese swords go with their purposes and they have fixed forms of either performances or battle uses. As to the long swords, there is a type called double headed swords, or "双手剑“ and there are many videos here, the most famous being by 于承惠。But his sword is not this long. The guard and pommel of this sword, according to what I know about sword fighting technics, are not practical. For example, long handled swords are often used to hit the opponents with their pommels. While the handle is excessively long, the pommel of this sword is obviously not designed for that purpose.
For now, I'll skip. Blade too thin, takes power to cut stuff. No ricasso, meaning it is very wobbly on the cut. I'll buy it, when they upgrade it. Thicker blade and a ricasso for balance.
They're never gonna Make the blade thicker thats how thick the Originals are and it is not even that Wobbly it is more stiff than some long swords i have seen and when you cut with it it hardly wobbles you would not even be able to tell. and you can swing this jian so much faster than a European long sword and What's wrong the durability it looks fine it's not like your gonna cut Against armor these days or shields so it would be just fine .
@@ColossalSwordFormAndTechnique ricasso's don't really exist on these type of swords. Do you not understand what historical accuracy is? It's like asking for steak in a Mexican restaurant. If you want a fantasy sword then go to a custom sword maker or a fantasy sword design maker.
that was a fantastic presentation. Grew up in Japanese martial arts. recently got into HEMA, and now wanting to learn about Chinese martial arts (I did study bak slim and Wing Chun from Master Jon Lo of Hong Kong 45 years or so ago, and loved it. Now into Kali and all things weapons oriented.
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Came for the sword and stayed for the history lesson. Great vid.
This video is great! It's so nice to see someone really break down the history so thoroughly. I hope you make more martial history videos in the future!
Really nice review. You give valuable input on the history, usage and construction. I hope KK sends you some of their new designs to review!
Pretty impressive sword. It reminds me of my own kind of Longshore. Your sword looks familiar enough for me to do Meyer and Ringeck with it. It is also very impressive that it's only two pounds considering the size of it. I think you've stimulated my interest in Chinese weapons now.
I enjoy your videos very much. I hope you grow big!
Thanks for your thorough review sir!
Nice vid! I can't wait to see part 2. Do you feel like most of your spear techniques translate well into this weapon? What are your thoughts on this weapon's use in warfare and its connections to Tang Dynasty (long dao) 長刀 units?
Sinkpoint Interesting, just to be clear, by tang long dao I am referring to the large two handed weapon which could either be an extremely long two handed sword or a polearm depending on which scholar you ask. I look forward to hearing your thoughts on the LK Chen’s tang dao soon!
Great review, thanks!
I love the hanfu you’re wearing! May I ask where you got it from?
Awesome review and well thought out, just excellent brother 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Great content
You really should have a hundred times more subs
Very good studies my friend! I recently embarked on a similar journey :)
Well done.
Thank you,once again a very insightfull video.. Wished you do more videos on Martial Arts,Millitary History and of course Weapons ;-)
What is the name of the clothes you were wearing at 12:46?
What is the best cutting sword LK Chen offers in your opinion ? Thanks 🙏🏼
About the relationship to the staff and other polearms, you might be interested to note that old English martial arts writers also said that the two-handed sword and the staff were used in similar ways. Some of those sources are mentioned in the first couple of minutes of this video: th-cam.com/video/PW-e_gt7p5M/w-d-xo.html#t=10.5s
just wondering, could these longswords be used in a similar manner to European renaissance greatswords as anti pike formation weapons?
No, these were probably made for the rich, duelists, or ceremonial purposes; maybe royalties like to lug them around because they looked cool. Swords are probably the most fragile type of weapons used in wars, several forceful smacks against solid objects and they might bend or break, and soldiers needed their weapons to last multiple engagements.
@@Finnv893 oh, I had understood there was some mural or some artwork from the period showing these being used in military engagement
@@tonarsilverwolf6485 Link?
@@Finnv893 sorry, don't remember
@@tonarsilverwolf6485Instances of Zweihanders being used against pikes were recorded, doesn't mean they were used against pole weapons all the time, quite frankly I think it's a bad idea, the spearman can deliver two to three thrusts within the timespan of a single swing.
Come across several TH-cam videos on LK Chen swords recently. Is the shop based in the US? The types of Chinese swords go with their purposes and they have fixed forms of either performances or battle uses. As to the long swords, there is a type called double headed swords, or "双手剑“ and there are many videos here, the most famous being by 于承惠。But his sword is not this long. The guard and pommel of this sword, according to what I know about sword fighting technics, are not practical. For example, long handled swords are often used to hit the opponents with their pommels. While the handle is excessively long, the pommel of this sword is obviously not designed for that purpose.
For now, I'll skip. Blade too thin, takes power to cut stuff. No ricasso, meaning it is very wobbly on the cut. I'll buy it, when they upgrade it. Thicker blade and a ricasso for balance.
@@sinkpoint That's nice, but I'll skip nonetheless. Sometimes fantasy is more durable. Especially compared to a historical wobbly sword like this.
They're never gonna Make the blade thicker thats how thick the Originals are and it is not even that Wobbly it is more stiff than some long swords i have seen and when you cut with it it hardly wobbles you would not even be able to tell. and you can swing this jian so much faster than a European long sword and What's wrong the durability it looks fine it's not like your gonna cut Against armor these days or shields so it would be just fine .
@@ColossalSwordFormAndTechnique ricasso's don't really exist on these type of swords. Do you not understand what historical accuracy is? It's like asking for steak in a Mexican restaurant. If you want a fantasy sword then go to a custom sword maker or a fantasy sword design maker.