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Milihistriot Quarterly

The Journal for Military Miniature Enthusiasts

Russian Bayonet Fencing 1905

Part 2

Man on right deflects clubbed rifle.	Man on right slips past his enemy's bayonet, attacking with a rifle butt to the chest,.
Man on right launches a high thrust.	Man on right sidesteps opponent's weapon and delivers a thrust.
Man on left reaches around enemy's rifle to thrust.	Man on right defends by attacking with a thrust.  Will it really prevent him from getting clubbed
Man on right slips his bayonet under enemy's rifle	One against two.
Using height for an advantage.	A defense against the saber.

Disclaimer: the bayonet methods shown here are for illustrative purposes only.  They are not intended as actual instruction in bayonet fighting and should not be used as such.  Bayonet training is dangerous.  It can be as dangerous for the user as it is for the target.  If you wish to learn close combat, seek a qualified instructor. One should never attempt close combat without the instruction and supervision of a qualified expert instructor .

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