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Using head control in armored combat will help you keep a grip on your opponent and help with takedowns. In Armored Combat, when their head is down, you’re winning. Let’s take a closer look at the fundamentals of head control. What is my stance in armored combat? As upright as possible is a good start. …
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Achieving an underhook is relatively universal in wrestling, MMA, and Buhurt. Learn how to simply apply this move in a standing position. What is an Underhook? It is an offensive wrestling position in which one of your arms is underneath the arm of your opponent. Typically, you reach ‘under’ and up their back to create …
In this article, we discuss armored combat fighting techniques specific to buhurt. We cover the basic arm drag and its applications while in armor. What is buhurt wrestling? While traditional wrestling sports start standing up and continue until someone is ‘pinned’ or ‘taps out’. Buhurt has three major differences. It’s done in armor. You fight …
If you are wondering where to buy armor, you are not alone. There are lots of places to purchase armor around the globe. Finding which armorer best suits your needs can be difficult. First, it depends on what you want to do with it. Do you plan on entering medieval steel fighting competitions? Do you …
Halberds are a weapon with massive destructive power in armored combat. They were adopted by the Swiss in the 14th century and rose to prominence across Europe until armored combat died away in the 18th century. Basically, once introduced to the combat field, Halberds ruled supreme until guns showed up. But Polearms… Polearms are any …
Buhurt is colloquially thought of as; the art of using weapons to smash other people in armor… In a group setting. At the time this article is being written, there actually isn’t a legitimate definition for the modern form of it. Historically there is a lot to say though. But, those who do it and …
Talking about medieval Shields is a lengthy subject at best. But there are a couple of shields that stand out through history and are actually used today in modern Buhurt events. What is a Medieval shield? By the simple definition a shield is ” a broad piece of metal or another suitable material, held by …