"The exercising of weapons putteth away aches, griefs, and diseases, it increaseth strength and sharpeneth the wits, it giveth a perfect judgment, it expelleth melancholy, choleric, and evil conceits, it keepeth a man in breath, in perfect healthe, and long life." – George Silver (1599)

May 13 2010

My new favorite Chinese weapon

Hung Gar Bench:

For maximum effect, picture 100 robed Shaolin monks practicing this in unison.

… Oh, wait, here you go:

Shaolin Bench! Because you never know when spear-wielding Qing soldiers might bust in on you at the diner.

What’s the modern application? Might be a good form for a carpenter, has all those sawhorses around…

Other Shaolin forms to research: bicycle, cookie sheet, lawn chair.

miles
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