Hello, my name in Inigo Montoya...

[Inquartata]

When the latest revision of a state's statutes come out, the old ones lapse. Sometimes they are expressly disavowed, as with the nullification of common law in many state law books. But just like the rules of fencing you cannot be required to comply with provisions that are not iterated anywhere...not lawfully, at least.

[onesandzeros]

I would probably suck really bad in a -real- duel. Why? Because sport fencing is so removed from dueling. I'd be trying to flick to the back only to be run through by my opponents blade.

If someone challenged me to a duel, I would just make like Homer, jump town and invent tommacco.

[J.Harris]

No.

(not unless someone killed my father, cut open both my cheeks and left me with years to study the art of fencing before hunting him down).

[Artisan]

Well in the US I think you could claim self-defense if your opponent had a similar weapon and training with it if you used a sword. Also all you really need is a good lawyer.

Tough to claim self defence when you show up at the proscribed place and time, with seconds and surgeon in tow...

[Artisan]

I would probably suck really bad in a -real- duel. Why? Because sport fencing is so removed from dueling. I'd be trying to flick to the back only to be run through by my opponents blade.

You mean foil... fence epee and you are much closer to the real deal.

[Army Fencer]

Back in the 80's there was an effort to go back in the books and get rid of defunct laws. Up until 20 years ago, it was still legal in some states in the South to shoot a Mormon if they set foot on your property.

As far as dueling... sure, it'd be fun.

[Soldier]

Hi!



No.

That is not a duel, that is revenge.

Peter Gustafsson

Okay, so I'm a vengeful bastard.

[Soldier]

You mean foil... fence epee and you are much closer to the real deal.

Right, because that toe shot's really going to stop him.

I'd say foil, just without the flicks. The whole idea behind foil's target area was to hit where you can do serious damage, but isn't a very tenuous target (like head or throat).

[The0ne]

I would still try and flick. . . First blood, on the shoulder!!!

whoohoo, 1,000 posts for me!

[Soldier]

I would still try and flick. . . First blood, on the shoulder!!!

whoohoo, 1,000 posts for me!

And second blood, from your sucking chest wound!

[The0ne]

so? My Right of Way!!!

[Moonitic]

Alas, I wouldn't get the chance. Someone else would do it for me, despite my calls of, "No! Wait! I want to do this myself, Brat!" ::ahem::

[epeefencer74]

If I had the choice of weapons, I would pick the knife. It is far enough removed from fencing that I wouldn't make the mistake of using sport fencing techniques, but similar enough that distance and timing still apply. Plus I would still be close enough to use grapples, throws, kicks and punches, and parrying a knife thrust involves cutting your opponents arm. My knife of choice would be a big bowie or even a kukri, and if secondary knife is allowed, a stilleto in the left hand.

[Zelda]

Alas, I wouldn't get the chance. Someone else would do it for me, despite my calls of, "No! Wait! I want to do this myself, Brat!" ::ahem::

Raises Eyebrows and starts laughing.....you do realise my dear that that comment will pass everyone by except about 3 people???

[Wolfie]

Well, if I were to get into a duel. I would have to either be attacked by the person, they have to call me a really bad name, or they would have to hurt one of my friends (the guys only, the girls are able to take care of themselves).
Sorry, a little late on the post.
Wolfie

[HilandDoug]

Iwant2b wrote, "It's still legal in some states here in the U.S. to duel."

SOME states?!?!? Correct me if I'm wrong, but I believe killing another person is illegal in all 50 states, and Canada.

Would I duel? There are a few folks that come immediately to mind, whom, yes, I would enjoy killing in such a fashion. However, it's much more satisfying to remove their lug nuts in the middle of the night and watch them try to leave for work the next morning. And I can do it more than once.

[Saber-Psycho]

Yes, but did you know that it's illegal to taunt someone who refuses to duel?