review Archives - Keith Farrell

Review of Bygone Blades

04/02/201925/01/2019Keith Farrell

I have bought a couple of antique swords from Richard Wales at Bygone Blades, an antique dealer in Scotland, and have only the best things to say about his knowledge, helpfulness, and the ease of doing business with him.

Keith Farrell

Keith Farrell teaches HEMA professionally, often at international events (why not hire me to teach at your event?), and has an interest in coaching instructors to become better teachers. I teach regularly at Liverpool HEMA, and help behind the scenes with running HEMA in Glasgow at the Vanguard Centre.

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Review of the Superior Fencing padded shin guards

02/11/201821/09/2018Keith Farrell

The Superior Fencing shin guards. Image from the Superior Fencing website.

I recently had the opportunity to test and review the Superior Fencing padded shin guards. They are very protective, although the standard size were a bit too large for me.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Review of the Superior Fencing forearm & padded elbow guards

26/10/201821/09/2018Keith Farrell

The Superior Fencing forearm guards and padded elbow protectors. Image from the Superior Fencing website.

I recently had the opportunity to test and review the Superior Fencing forearm and padded elbow guards. They are very protective, and are not as bulky as some other forearm guards, although the standard size is perhaps a little too large for smaller people.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Review of the Superior Fencing leather mask overlay pro

19/10/201821/09/2018Keith Farrell

The Superior Fencing leather mask overlay pro. Image from the Superior Fencing website.

I have been using the Superior Fencing leather mask overlay pro for a while for both drilling and sparring. I like it a lot, and it has already protected my head from a few quite heavy hits.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Review of the Superior Fencing gorget

12/10/201812/10/2018Keith Farrell

The Superior Fencing gorget. Image from the Superior Fencing website.

I have had the opportunity to look at and test the gorget by Superior Fencing. In short, I think it is a pretty good piece of equipment, and worth the investment.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Review of the Superior Fencing leather padded fencing gloves

05/10/201821/09/2018Keith Farrell

The Superior Fencing leather padded fencing gloves. Image from the Superior Fencing website.

I have been using the Superior Fencing leather padded fencing gloves in drilling for a while now, and I find them to be very comfortable and good for the purpose.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Review of the Superior Fencing padded knee protectors

29/09/201811/10/2018Keith Farrell

The Superior Fencing padded knee protectors. Image from the Superior Fencing website.

I recently had the opportunity to test and review the Superior Fencing padded knee protectors. They are protective, comfortable, and sit well on the Superior Fencing padded trousers.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Review of the Superior Fencing 800N HEMA trousers

28/09/201821/09/2018Keith Farrell

The Superior Fencing HEMA trousers. Image from the Superior Fencing website.

The Superior Fencing 800N HEMA trousers[1] are a comfortable set of protections for your legs, groin and abdomen. They look good while being very functional.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Review of the Superior Fencing HEMA bag

21/09/2018Keith Farrell

The Superior Fencing bag. Image from the Superior Fencing website.

The Superior Fencing HEMA bag is a well-designed piece of equipment. I have seen and handled several attempts at sword bags over the years, and I think this is the best thought-through design I have seen so far.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Should I buy a Viktor Berbekucz feder?

09/06/201821/04/2018Keith Farrell

Question: Is a Viktor Berbekucz feder worth buying?

My verdict: Yes – it’s not bad, you can’t go too far wrong with it.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Should I buy an Albion Meyer?

02/06/201820/04/2018Keith Farrell

Question: Is an Albion Meyer worth buying?

My verdict: Yes, if you live in North America; otherwise, unfortunately, probably not.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Should I buy an Albion Liechtenauer?

26/05/201820/04/2018Keith Farrell

Question: Is an Albion Liechtenauer worth buying?

My verdict: Yes, definitely, if you live in North America; otherwise, unfortunately, probably not.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Should I buy an Armour Class longsword?

19/05/201819/05/2018Keith Farrell

Question: Is an Armour Class longsword worth buying?

My verdict: Yes, if you buy a custom-made piece.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Should I buy a Regenyei Armory feder?

12/05/201820/04/2018Keith Farrell

Question: Is a Regenyei Armory feder worth buying?

My verdict: Yes, do it.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net

Book Review: Sport and Physical Education in the Middle Ages

07/05/201824/08/2018Keith Farrell

*Sport and Physical Education in the Middle Ages* by Dr Earle F. Zeigler.

This article was originally posted on Encased in Steel on 4th March 2016. It has been modified for reposting here.

A while ago, I bought what promised to be a fascinating book with great relevance to the study of historical fencing: Sport and Physical Education in the Middle Ages, by Dr Earle F. Zeigler.[1] Unfortunately, I have very little positive to say about the book, as it was full of glaring problems and issues. This review is going to explain just how poorly the book has been put together, and will attempt to show why proper attention to editing and adherence to reasonably high standards are important, even in self-published works.

Keith Farrell

I have authored Scottish Broadsword and British Singlestick and the award-winning AHA German Longsword Study Guide, and maintain a blog at www.keithfarrell.net where I post regularly.

https://www.keithfarrell.net