APPLICATION OF A SABRE AGAINST A SPEAR (1)
Blocking a Spear Thrust
Blocking a Spear Thrust
The spear thrust is technically the most formidable attack from any weapon. Hence, one must be able to defend against or counter a spear thrust before he can be said to be competent in the use of his chosen weapon. How would you counter a spear thrust? Obviously not like what is shown in this video, though it is not uncommon in some movies.
Circularing Spear
If you block a spear thrust, or any thrusting attack, you have to allow the attack to pass your defence a short distance into you before you can block it. More significantly, the spearman can circle or flow round your saber to attack you.