Jewish Martial Arts

ALEX · 18th June 2007, 02:52 PM

Yes, very interesting.... Jewish bodyguards protecting an Arab Emir.
The bodyguards wearing large Yemeni/Jordanian jambiyas and swords. Are they for decoration or defense purposes? In my opinion these jambiyas are not combat-effective. Any other opinions?

Lew · 18th June 2007, 03:05 PM

Alex

The older 19th century jambiya were quite well made and had heavier blades and thicker forged central ribs when compared to the ones made today.

Lew

18th June 2007, 03:05 PM	#2
Lew (deceased) Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: East Coast USA Posts: 3,191	Alex The older 19th century jambiya were quite well made and had heavier blades and thicker forged central ribs when compared to the ones made today. Lew Attached Images

18th June 2007, 02:52 PM	#1
ALEX Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 936	Yes, very interesting.... Jewish bodyguards protecting an Arab Emir. The bodyguards wearing large Yemeni/Jordanian jambiyas and swords. Are they for decoration or defense purposes? In my opinion these jambiyas are not combat-effective. Any other opinions?