whats your favourite weapon and why?

[MatsuShinshii]

Of the weapons we learn in Kobudo my favorite comes down to three; Rokushaku Bo - because it is the first weapon we learn and it can be used at long and short distances. Nichogama (Kama) - because it is IMHO the ultimate weapon for use in both defense and offense. Rochin/Timbe - just because I love to use them.

Outside of Kobudo weapons, I love the Katana.

For modern weapons you can't beat a knife. It is one of the most versatile weapons in that it can be used to cut, slash, thrust and throw. It is easy to conceal and is legal in most states to carry. It is also handy for a myriad of every day jobs.

Not like I could carry a staff, sickle, shield and short spear or a sword down the street.

[Davis Anthony]

The sai is my all time favourite, which is a traditional weapon. These are particularly useful for trapping and blocking enemy attacks and also have several defensive techniques. Tried a couple of these from Martial Arts Mart. You can try it out as well at http://www.martialartsmart.com/weapons-sai-tonfa-kama.html

[Spartacus Maximus]

For practicality and versatility nothing is better than a good stick. Even though it may not be easily carried, sticks can be found almost anywhere so learning to effectively use one is not wasted. A knife is another good choice but it comes second to the stick because unlike the stick, knives often have somekind of legal restriction making their use and/or ownership problematic. The same can be also said of every other martial arts weapons.

[Tempest]

Longsword for it's sheer versatility. Can be used one or two handed, although better 2. Can cut, thrust, or crush as needed. Every part of it is a weapon. Not particularly practical to carry, but if this was about practical, then the correct answer is a firearm.

[Zaine]

Longsword for it's sheer versatility. Can be used one or two handed, although better 2. Can cut, thrust, or crush as needed. Every part of it is a weapon. Not particularly practical to carry, but if this was about practical, then the correct answer is a firearm.

Do you focus on a certain person or country for longsword?

[Tempest]

I tend to be a bit of a Lichtenaur junkie. My preferred source is Ringeck, but I have done enough Fiori to have some respect for it.

[Zaine]

That's awesome. I've been really diving into Lictenaur lately and it has been a ton of fun. I've also taken the time to pick up a rapier, and it's just been a blast.

[Tempest]

I own a Rapier. I have even been known to fence with it occasionally. It is not my favorite tool, and I am with George Silver in declaring it a bit of a social menace, but it has its uses.

[singularity6]

Interesting... I read through this and didn't see any mentions of a cane (apologies if I missed it!) It's unlikely a cane would be taken away from you anywhere you go. That is the one weapon I think would be most useful to train in, if you're the paranoid type who always wants to be armed.

That being said, I really would like to learn how to use my sword. I picked up one of the Cheness Iaitos years back, along with the hakama, keikogi and obi. The iaido school near me sucked, and recently closed. I'd love to learn iaido or gumdo (I don't care which) before long.

[MAfreak]

i was going into western weapons lately too.

a fencing lesson for example

and i really like the tomahawk.

have some clips here, i think i made progress very fast, since many from eastern weapons technique is adaptable.

https://youtu.be/7dWFBB61Bzc