Discover the Filipino Bicolano Minasbad Sword | Filipino Martial Arts | Arnis | Eskrima | Kali

The Bicolano Minasbad sword is one of the important pre-colonial swords of Filipino Martial Arts. Much of its design was informed by clashes against the Visayan Kalasag, a formidable shield used by the Cebuano warriors. The Minasbad also saw action against the fierce Moros warriors, who also used the Kris and Kampilan along with their shields, in open warfare. The Bicolano Minasbad is a study in pre-colonial sword design. A heavier and robust sword compared to its Tagalog cousins, it is a sword that is covered in subtle details and Filipino mysticism. In this video I compare its movement demands to the Itak Tagalog, and explore the possibilities of fighting with this rarified Filipino sword. I hope you enjoy this video! #martialarts #filipinomartialarts #eskrima #arnis #kali #tactical #knifeskills #combat