Companion weapon

Twin swords, made to fit in one scabbard. One of the swords is used offensively, and that other as *main gauche*

The term companion weapon is used in historical European martial arts to refer to an item used in conjunction with the larger weapon in the non-sword hand while fencing with a rapier or sword. The popular companion weapon forms include:

In most cases the off-hand weapon is used to deflect or parry.

References

^ "The Rapier Part Four: Sword and Dagger and Sword and Cloak Workbook, Right-Handed Layout". Academy of Historical Arts. Retrieved 2024-01-29.

[1] "The Rapier Part Four: Sword and Dagger and Sword and Cloak Workbook, Right-Handed Layout". Academy of Historical Arts. Retrieved 2024-01-29.

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