Quote Originally Posted by David White
I folks-

Some people like JSA some don't and like to train in Western style. It doesn't make one better.

The BIG mistake people make about western swords is what they have
seen in the movies-wrong!

Baskethilted Broadswords typically weighed in at under 3 pounds and
alot were in the 2.5 pound range-very, very fast and effective.

I suggest to folks wanting to learn more about swords and sword arts to
check out this following link, one of many:

www.swordforum.com

dave
Please folks don't get the wrong idea...just for general info, not to upset anyone...I fought swords from 1976 until 1998 when my back was no longer capable of the gymnastics required for fighting. I have used them both in sport and for defense in actual combat and I am just as comfortable with a two handed broadsword as any two handed asian blade. Please don't get the idea that I am a neophyte that needs be instructed in the weapon or its many styles/uses. Most of you are spot on in your views however I am getting the occasional good chuckle from this thread but again please, don't treat me as a know nothing.

and BTW dave 2.5-3 pounds is quite heavy for a one handed sword.

Mike