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kronckew · 5th August 2008, 03:59 PM

Mine has a more traditional axe shape,

these seem to be designed for maximum cutting effectiveness on un-armoured opponents, and could be used in a slicing style of attack. they are from central india and i expect the heat and humidity would make armour uncomfortable and predispose them to a more lightweight and fast combat style. the rattan shafts are light and very strong for their weight.

Here is a gatka axe fight

Another axe demo

5th August 2008, 03:59 PM	#10
kronckew Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Room 101, Glos. UK Posts: 4,215	Mine has a more traditional axe shape, these seem to be designed for maximum cutting effectiveness on un-armoured opponents, and could be used in a slicing style of attack. they are from central india and i expect the heat and humidity would make armour uncomfortable and predispose them to a more lightweight and fast combat style. the rattan shafts are light and very strong for their weight. Here is a gatka axe fight Another axe demo Last edited by kronckew; 5th August 2008 at 04:41 PM.