Indians For Guns

pistolero wrote: It not only shows the canon but also delves into the Chakkar, Urumi and Changragupta's booby traps!! Regards, P

Nice one pistolero - the mention of the Urumi - brought back a lot of teenage memories, when I, along with my brothers used to practice with both the single bladed and double bladed weapon when I was in the 8th grade. This was used extensively not only in Kerala but in Tamilnadu as well (it was called a Surul).

I even had the opportunity to try the triple bladed version on a few occasions - very, very scary!

The Surul could potentially remove generous chunks of flesh off, of the inattentive practioner. I am very happy to recall now, how fortunate I am to still have all my body parts intact!

Hello,

I have come across a knife armour.
Can you say something about this.

Regards
Harshit

harshit89 wrote:Hello,

I have come across a knife armour.
Can you say something about this.

Regards
Harshit

Very nice Kataar Harshit. Looks mounted, is this in some Museum ?

Regards
Moin

Wow - very impressive Katar, indeed - with Hamuman-ji on the blade!

Hi CK Kalyan,

I did not know you had first had experience with the Urumi. The only time I ever got to hold one was when an Kalaripayatu master came down to Mumbai. This was a long long time ago.

Do share some more info about the technique of the Urumi.

Look forward to hearing from you.

Regards,
P

Basically the Surul was a part of the Silambu (a 6' long staff) practice. The Surul was used with very similar movements to the one-handed, single stick action including the steps and placement of the feet.

With more practice the student moves on to using a Surul one in each hand, simultaneously. This took a lot of coordination.

Some videos to illustrate:

Please my friend "Pistoleiro" , if you post pictures of my collection, please quote it.

The Jorge CaravanaCollection , at www.caravanacollection.com

Best regards

Jorge Caravana

Dear Mr. Caravana,

My apologies.

Humbled that you took the time to look at the post.

I do attribute the pictures to your collection. Will ensure references in the future.

As you are here, any opinions by you on the subject of Sikh Arms and Armour would be a great benefit.

Love your collection and your book.

Do hope that I am able to meet you in person someday.

Have sent you a PM.


Regards,
Pistolero