Complex hand protection and Middle Eastern Swords. @baytal-asad

Complex hand protection and Middle Eastern Swords. @baytal-asad

Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 25 minutes ago

In this video Frank Perrin discusses why middle eastern swords didn't develop or (didn't need to develop) complex guards.

#swords #martialarts #islamichistory #middeleast

Complex hand protection and Middle Eastern Swords.

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Complex hand protection and Middle Eastern Swords.