How BIG did SWORDS get?

Jason Kingsley, the Modern Knight, chooses three very different medieval swords and discusses what they are like to use and their advantages and disadvantages. #historyfacts #history #medieval

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[Tennouseijin]

I imagine the greatsword would also be quite useful against windmills, should you choose to fight them on foot.

[jamesanderson]

I always get excited when you post a new video, and this one didn't disappoint. That sword is a beast. It is borderline anime fantasy at that size.

[YouTubalcaine]

The greatsword is an intimidating weapon all by itself, but it's absolutely terrifying when you're confronted by someone who knows how to use it. It's a lot faster than you'd think a blade that large would be. If you need to hold a lot of ground with few men, that's a pretty effective way to do it.

[derpy]

4:19, I believe that the reasson some people didn't wear protection below their waist might be because they noticed and realized that attacks on their legs are very rare in an actual combat. As spanish and italian masters in later periods disovered and explained - you need to expose yourself quite a lot before you start to reach the opponents legs, due to trigonometry and geometry in general. Anyhow, a great video full of enthusiasm and pure enjoyement of history! Well done!

[tomwhitehurst]

I had read about the landsknecht in some of my history and weapon books and I always thought they looked just brilliant, such a cavalier attitude and a huge sword to go with it. I really did not expect you to bring that sword into this video. Thanks for the video and I hope you enjoy your christmas.

[renesauceda]

I admire your dedication, Jason. Keep up with this masterpiece of a channel. Have a merry Christmas.

[sensuscommunis]

There's a nice scene in the Polish movie "Ogniem i mieczem" ("By/With fire and sword") where one the characters uses a great sword to hold off a bunch of Tatars. Despite being outnumbered one to couple dozens, his wide swings make them hesitant to even go closer, but they eventually kill him with bows & arrows.

[Cinnder]

I love the delight that shows in your demeanour when talking about these swords and look fwd to seeing what you are able to learn about using the greatsword. I have very rough versions of each of these varieties, but I don't know much about actual technique.

[omegaflameZ]

If designed for fending off street thugs or highwaymen I can imagine the whole 'pose and kick' thing would certainly make some folks think twice before trying their luck against an opponent wielding that beast, even if it does seem a little 'over the top' in a modern context.

[Silencyde]

The sheer amount of knowledge Jason has of the Medieval era, I would kill for a medieval game from his company.

[vivianevans]

Yay! An unexpected video - like an extra Christmas gift! Thank you, Sir Knight.
As for using that breathtaking huge sword you showed last - might I suggest an invitation to Matt Easton who'd be happy, I'm sure, to give you some tips - perhaps in exchange you could give him some riding lessons?
A Merry Christmas to you and yours - and to all your wonderful horses, especially Warlord, Tales, Gossamer, Ghost, Mr Dibbs and Bramble. And Muley!
And a Merry Christmas to all comment posters here!

[metatronyt]

Of all three swords my favourite is the first one. Both for the gilding, which is absolutely gorgeous, but also because I just like one handed swords. The Spada di lato would be my choice if I was travelling in the Medieval period. Thanks for the quality content as usual, Jason.

[Sharon-bose]

Love your enthusiasm and what you teach us. Happy Christmas to you, the horses, and everyone else.

[Grace-bxeg]

The absolute glee on your face when talking about the greatsword is brighter than the evening sun! You picked a lovely place to film for this, with the woods and sunset behind you. Thank you for such a fun video, I hope your fields are dry and horses happy over the next few months of wet weather.

[Helxas]

8:00 Funny that you brought that up - There's a passage from Froissart that describes a sword being used as a lance!

"It happend in the midst of the general pursuit, that a squire from Picardy, named Jean de Helennes, had quitted the king's division and meeting his page with a fresh horse, had mounted and made off as fast as he could. There was near him at the time the Lord of Berkeley, a young knight who had that day for the first time displayed his banner, and he immediately set off in pursuit of him. *When the Lord of Berkley had followed for some time Jean de Helennes turned about, put his sword under his arm in the manner of a lance and thus advanced upon his adversary.* "

Certainly an unorthodox thing to do, but not outside the realms of history.

[luxste]

Your enthusiasm is contagious! You are a delightfully wonderful teacher. Thank you so much for making history so interesting and exciting!

[LynneFarr]

Just watched the video again. Facinating how different historical Medieval swords really are. Glad to have those differences explained.

[kalgrave]

out of all weapons in history, i think the Great sword is probably my favorite. The Sheer size and power of the thing is just memorizing. I have a cold steel Zweihander that is fun to hack at stuff, yours is truly gorgeous i look forward to more videos of it !

[andakin]

I would really love to see more about great swords and their uses in the future. You have a very nice collection my friend.

[svan]

It's mind-blowing how well made these videos are. You give us so many insights and perspectives. Much love!