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Questions tagged [weapons]

Questions about self-defense using firearms, fist loads, knives, and other weapons, as well as ritual/historical and competitive practice with weapons, such as archery and with swords.

Questions about self-defense using firearms, fist loads, knives, and other weapons, as well as ritual/historical and competitive practice with weapons, such as archery and with swords.

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Octagonal vs round shaped staff weapons

I just had first lesson in Aikido with Jo and was surprised to see that some of the staffs were octagonal and some were round. Can someone explain what is the difference and if there are any advantages to round or octagonal shape of the Jo?
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Is there any information on pre-19th century Irish weapons-based martial arts?

Several Irish weapons-based martial arts were recently brought to my attention (through the writings of John Hurley): Scianóireacht - knife arts Tuadóireacht - various forms of axe-fighting Corránóireacht - sickle fighting Spealadóireacht - scythe…
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Treating wooden weapons

What are traditional ways to treat wooden weapons (as hanbō, jō,...)? Should we oil the wood? What oil to use? How is it done? Should we use wax? What else? Should we repeat some treatement after certain events or certain amount of time? Is there…
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Hand held striking targets for sticks?

I'm wondering if anyone knows of the equivalent of a target mitt or kick shield for weapons training, what they would be called and where I could find one? I'm looking for something that would allow people to practice full on striking power with a…
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Any tricks to help with two hand wielding (dual weilding)?

I am pretty good with a singular weapon, but trying to do two at once often just ends up with doing one hand and then doing the other hand instead of actually doing two at the same time. Are there any tricks other than tons of practice to help one…
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Picking a selfie stick with an eye to defense - carbon fibre vs aluminium characteristics?

I feel rather self-conscious asking this but, here goes... I am picking a selfie stick for a forthcoming European holiday considering their potential use as a weapon (I know several sword and stick kung fu forms). Without buying a few and testing…
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Replace Broken Kwan Dao Handle?

So I broke the handle of the Kwan Dao in our studio and I'm feeling a little guilty about it and I'd like to replace it. It's basically this guy here. http://www.amazon.com/Tiger-Claw-Long-Weapon-Wushu/dp/B0000C87V8 I'm just wondering if anyone had…
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How do weapons work?

Consider hammers, clubs, guns, knives, brass knuckles, blackjacks, spikes, and swords. What are the advantages of using a weapon in a fight as opposed to just using your bare hands? Note: I have heard on this site that "Knives and all weapons are…
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Why do some nunchakus have one or two rings?

I want to buy a nunchaku. I saw some of them had one or two rings on the cord. Why purpose does it server? Examples:
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Force with a spear

When working with a rapier you use a very light touch, not just for safety reasons within the rules, but because that is entirely sufficient to kill someone and if you go any harder you are likely to get your blade bound up in their flesh. This is…
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Are there any martial arts that use the boomerang?

The boomerang is a traditional hunting weapon. For use outside of hunting, boomerangs can be thrown, used for striking, blocking in a similar way to tonfa etc. My question is, are there any martial arts that teach the use of the boomerang?
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Which arts use the Naginata?

I have been interested in the Naginata. Which arts train with it? I have seen the term Naginatajutsu, is this a practiced art on its own or simply a part of another art?
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Nunchaku demonstration under-the-arm protective pads

Do nunchaku artists use under-the-arm protective pads during demonstrations for quick underarm catches? If so, I see none available anywhere.
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What is the most effective cold weapon alternative to knife?

There are certain regulations on carrying a knife in some regions. I wonder what are effective alternatives that can be used in knife's stead, and that can be considered cold weapons.
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Is measuring tape an effective weapon?

You can have a really long whip/sword that can dynamically change sizes. Would this be effective? I'll give a scenario as an example. You're walking down a street, and a mad man comes running at you to beat you up. Luckily, you have a measuring tape…
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