Understanding Historical Weaponry and Practices

Dave Baker answers fan questions about weaponry and related topics. He explains the use of meat from carcasses, the creation of bleeding mannequins, and the effectiveness of the Naga Maki. He also discusses historical weapons like the claymore and flam bears, and clarifies the difference between a hussar and a Messer. The video concludes with an invitation for viewers to engage and ask more questions.

What happens to the pig and boar carcasses used in demonstrations?

• They are donated to a local butcher.

• They are sent to a wolf sanctuary.

• They are sent to a landfill.

• They are used for composting.

Where does the salmon used in demonstrations typically end up?

• In a local restaurant.

• In Dave Baker's refrigerator.

• In a compost bin.

• In a community food bank.

What materials are used to create the bleeding mannequins?

• Wood and paint

• Metal and foam

• Glass and water

• Plastic skeletons and ballistics gel

What is the Naga Maki known for?

• Being a purely defensive weapon

• Having a short handle

• Being both offensive and defensive

• Being used exclusively by samurais

What is uncertain about William Wallace's sword?

• Its color

• Its authenticity

• Its weight

• Its length

What does the term 'flam bears' refer to?

• A type of sword handle

• A type of armor

• A type of blade design

• A type of shield

Which of the following is a characteristic of a Zweihander?

• It is a type of spear.

• It is a type of flam bears sword.

• It is a type of armor.

• It is a type of shield.

What is a hussar?

• A type of armor

• A type of shield

• A type of horse cavalry

• A type of blade

What is a Messer primarily used for?

• Defending

• Shooting

• Chopping

• Throwing

Which of the following is true about a Messer?

• It is a type of shield.

• It always has a pummel.

• It sometimes has a knuckle bow.

• It is a type of horse cavalry.