what is it

Titus Pullo · 2nd March 2006, 02:32 AM

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Originally Posted by PUFF

I understood that Titus tried to explain a kind of polearm. Very much close to japanese "Naginata". Thai version of Naginatas are called "Ngaw". The blades construct are similar to "Dahb" There are short version of "Ngaw" too.

However, there are blades which are evolved from "Dahb". We called them "Dahb Chaleay". They have extended handle for more powerful chop. IMHO, Andrew picture might fall in this catagory.

hey, welcome to the forum! I'm from Thailand, too. But I spent most of my late childhood until now in the US. It's nice talking to another Thai on the forum, though!

PUFF · 2nd March 2006, 06:24 AM

Hi Titus, Nice to meet you here. How fluence your Thai are? There is a section on Thai weapons on www.thaiblades.com You can also share your knowledge overthere

Titus Pullo · 2nd March 2006, 08:36 AM

Actually, my accent is perfect. However, I'm a little rusty because I've spoken English more than Thai, so it may take a while before I can speak with perfect vocubulary.

Andrew · 4th March 2006, 02:04 AM

Excellent information, gentlemen. Thank you for sharing with us.

I've read of possible ancient (i.e. pre-7th century) Persian influences on the region speculated to be associated with Vishnu worship, as well as periodic trade. I was unaware of any significant Persian immigration into Siam until now.

Can either of you direct me to a good English-language source for ancient Thai martial arts and/or military tactics? Unfortunately, the sources I have available were primarily published in the west, and some information strikes me as a bit suspect.

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2nd March 2006, 06:24 AM	#2
PUFF Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 30 miles north of Bangkok, 20 miles south of Ayuthaya, Thailand Posts: 224	Hi Titus, Nice to meet you here. How fluence your Thai are? There is a section on Thai weapons on www.thaiblades.com You can also share your knowledge overthere

2nd March 2006, 08:36 AM	#3
Titus Pullo Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 123	Actually, my accent is perfect. However, I'm a little rusty because I've spoken English more than Thai, so it may take a while before I can speak with perfect vocubulary.

4th March 2006, 02:04 AM	#4
Andrew Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: USA Posts: 1,725	Excellent information, gentlemen. Thank you for sharing with us. I've read of possible ancient (i.e. pre-7th century) Persian influences on the region speculated to be associated with Vishnu worship, as well as periodic trade. I was unaware of any significant Persian immigration into Siam until now. Can either of you direct me to a good English-language source for ancient Thai martial arts and/or military tactics? Unfortunately, the sources I have available were primarily published in the west, and some information strikes me as a bit suspect.