What a quality method of instruction displayed! I am impressed. Not only his content was superb as per subject but his teaching skills were of a model instructor. Salutes from Pakistan!
Scythes aside, most of all, I am so impressed by this gentleman's delivery and presentation. I really like his calm, clear demeanour and lovely vocabulary. I think people like him are outstanding ambassadors for the English language. Though I'm Irish, he really makes me appreciate some of the virtues of his people, language and culture. I think he exemplifies some of the really positive aspects of 'English-ness' - refinement and civility. His outdoors attire notwithstanding, you can easily see how he shares the same nationality as someone like the wonderful Roger Moore :) That said, yes I really did like to see someone do a comparison between scythes of different nations, which again this man did eloquently well God bless him!
Great video! I learned by doing without any instruction. My first two hours were hard and not very productive - chopping rather than slicing (cutting large, 5 to 6 foot Scottish thistle in Colorado, USA (I know, "slow learner"). Then I got the hang of it, both using my body and "slicing" the weeds with a good arching slice. This thing is amazing! Obviously "necessity of the mother of invention" and our forefathers got it right. Thanks for helping others retain this almost lost technology!
There is a variant of the English Snath, the American Snath (usually sized for 5'10", heavier build, and a three position heel plate). There is the East European or Ore Snath, which is similar to the Austrian/Continental, but doesn't have the higher handle, great for cutting on flat surfaces. There is the Danish one, which is similar to the Ore Snath in shape, two handles, both facing forward, the neck ring is very different from the other styles, a lot of people like it, some really don't like it. The lower handle likes to slide out of your hand if you snag. Then there is a more recent style that is very dexterous, the Norse Snath. Being new, it is also expensive. The Norse pattern rests on the forearm and rolls on the forearm near the upper grip. There is a lot of missing European history that people think simply doesn't exist. Oh, and then there is the Scottish Snath, it looks like a giant wishbone. It's very different. I have been told that the Norse Snath is actually the Russian Snath. Nothing new under the Sun, huh.
@@Dan-gs3kg The Norse snatch is a rebranding of a common/cheap Belgian-Dutch 3-point-snath. Although it is mostly used resting under the elbow. You can hold it as an eastern european too or assemble it backwards as an austrian snath if you have to mount a low angle blade.
Agreed. The scythe is a fun and efficient grass/vegetation cutting machine that still has great potential to support environmentally friendly and rewarding land management practices. Everyone should have the opportunity to use one, go buy or borrow one to rediscover the joy!
Nice explanation with some useful tips. I'm just wondering why he seems to be leaning over forward so much during his demonstration. Other videos I've seen on this skill have the people standing more upright; leaning forward like this would surely put more strain on the spine/core, wouldn't it?
If you look carefully you’ll see that he is hinged forward at the hips rather than bending from the waist. This allows him to engage the glutes and legs more rather than the smaller abdominal and back muscles.
venkata ramana reddy Look at the "Scythe Project in India 2016" video on RUclips. It might help. Also just put in "Austrian scythe" in Google and find someone who will deliver one to you.
Being a truck (lorry) driver, I kind of have experience with a big belly, but this guy is a "Master Scythe User", shouldn't his belly be smaller? : ) Good presentation sir!
If you actually look at the gentlemen's neck in the video and you'll notice something. He's not sporting double chins or neck fat. In fact, you can actually see the muscles clearly moving under his skin. Now, add ion that the whole myth of strength created by body building, and media, that strong men with muscles will have huge shoulders and a small waist, and the picture starts getting a bit clearer. Because if you earn your strength through hard work, farming, construction, etc, you end up developing a thick trunk. Why? Because you're spine needs the support to be able to do it. Look at the world strong man competitions. All of them have that "barrel chest" abdomen. So, in short, that's not a beer belly bro.
the austrian one is easier to make (long straight pole, and a handle, instead of having to grow it in a specific shape or bend it). then if you want a longer blade, you can just put it on, and it's the same
Ahmed abd alsabour I would say Google an Austrian scythe and find someone who will deliver to you. The Austrian ones seem to be the easiest overall to use
Sionnach1601 Do you have one ? i want to ask you how to tie the metal with wood handel the carpenter here don't coutch the idea if we can contact in massenger i will be happy
Well, from what we are told here, one of the scythes is an *English* scythe he says. I doubt that he is mistaken as he seems like an absolute expert, plus even gives an olde English name for the snatch. The American scythe looks quite similar though its snatch is possibly more curved. This is probably the reason for confusion here.
@@motoz30 Haha!! I realise my mistake now, sorry!! Big difference between the two alright!! A snath is long and hard, while a nice curvy snatch makes things long and hard!!! :D
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For info. This is the excellent Mark Allery. A very knowledgeable countryman, craftsman, and woodsman. Lovely fella too.
What a quality method of instruction displayed! I am impressed. Not only his content was superb as per subject but his teaching skills were of a model instructor. Salutes from Pakistan!
Scythes aside, most of all, I am so impressed by this gentleman's delivery and presentation. I really like his calm, clear demeanour and lovely vocabulary. I think people like him are outstanding ambassadors for the English language. Though I'm Irish, he really makes me appreciate some of the virtues of his people, language and culture. I think he exemplifies some of the really positive aspects of 'English-ness' - refinement and civility. His outdoors attire notwithstanding, you can easily see how he shares the same nationality as someone like the wonderful Roger Moore :)
That said, yes I really did like to see someone do a comparison between scythes of different nations, which again this man did eloquently well God bless him!
Sionnach1601 I’d agree
Great video! I learned by doing without any instruction. My first two hours were hard and not very productive - chopping rather than slicing (cutting large, 5 to 6 foot Scottish thistle in Colorado, USA (I know, "slow learner"). Then I got the hang of it, both using my body and "slicing" the weeds with a good arching slice. This thing is amazing! Obviously "necessity of the mother of invention" and our forefathers got it right. Thanks for helping others retain this almost lost technology!
I'm Austrian and I had no idea there was such a thing as an austrian scythe. Learned something new, thanks.
There is a variant of the English Snath, the American Snath (usually sized for 5'10", heavier build, and a three position heel plate). There is the East European or Ore Snath, which is similar to the Austrian/Continental, but doesn't have the higher handle, great for cutting on flat surfaces. There is the Danish one, which is similar to the Ore Snath in shape, two handles, both facing forward, the neck ring is very different from the other styles, a lot of people like it, some really don't like it. The lower handle likes to slide out of your hand if you snag. Then there is a more recent style that is very dexterous, the Norse Snath. Being new, it is also expensive. The Norse pattern rests on the forearm and rolls on the forearm near the upper grip.
There is a lot of missing European history that people think simply doesn't exist.
Oh, and then there is the Scottish Snath, it looks like a giant wishbone. It's very different.
I have been told that the Norse Snath is actually the Russian Snath. Nothing new under the Sun, huh.
@@Dan-gs3kg The Norse snatch is a rebranding of a common/cheap Belgian-Dutch 3-point-snath. Although it is mostly used resting under the elbow. You can hold it as an eastern european too or assemble it backwards as an austrian snath if you have to mount a low angle blade.
That old English scythe is a beauty. I'm just learning to properly use my Austrian scythe now after quite a few hours of practice.
Excellent comparison and explanation.
Good demo!
its amazing to see traditional stuff still have place in modern society...
Agreed. The scythe is a fun and efficient grass/vegetation cutting machine that still has great potential to support environmentally friendly and rewarding land management practices. Everyone should have the opportunity to use one, go buy or borrow one to rediscover the joy!
Really informative and helpful, thanks.
I see the fuel tanks for this machine on the right- SCRUMPY!
Superb video!
Love this clip. Would have given it a go for sure. Cheers
I had a European style snath made, would an American blade like the Seymour work with it?
We're can I buy a English sythe please I prefer a wood shaft and I have a metal handled on.
Nice explanation with some useful tips. I'm just wondering why he seems to be leaning over forward so much during his demonstration. Other videos I've seen on this skill have the people standing more upright; leaning forward like this would surely put more strain on the spine/core, wouldn't it?
If you look carefully you’ll see that he is hinged forward at the hips rather than bending from the waist. This allows him to engage the glutes and legs more rather than the smaller abdominal and back muscles.
just bought an Austran one with aluminium snaith and straight wood hndles just wondered should the handles point inwards or outwards thnaks
outwards
Is this scythe available to purchase?
So, one uses his arms on the English scythe and the trunk on the Austrian?
Have you all ever tried Russian style of the scythe?
Huh, so that style predates the so-called "Norse pattern"
Isn't that "Mark ALLERY"?
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Where buy this product is India
venkata ramana reddy Look at the "Scythe Project in India 2016" video on RUclips. It might help.
Also just put in "Austrian scythe" in Google and find someone who will deliver one to you.
Being a truck (lorry) driver, I kind of have experience with a big belly, but this guy is a "Master Scythe User", shouldn't his belly be smaller? : ) Good presentation sir!
If you actually look at the gentlemen's neck in the video and you'll notice something. He's not sporting double chins or neck fat. In fact, you can actually see the muscles clearly moving under his skin. Now, add ion that the whole myth of strength created by body building, and media, that strong men with muscles will have huge shoulders and a small waist, and the picture starts getting a bit clearer. Because if you earn your strength through hard work, farming, construction, etc, you end up developing a thick trunk. Why? Because you're spine needs the support to be able to do it. Look at the world strong man competitions. All of them have that "barrel chest" abdomen. So, in short, that's not a beer belly bro.
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Grandad was expert with it .
The Austrian one looks more usable and I'm English.
Looks easier but I think the english one will cut quicker just needs slightly more excursion
the austrian one is easier to make (long straight pole, and a handle, instead of having to grow it in a specific shape or bend it). then if you want a longer blade, you can just put it on, and it's the same
Goes for your chest muscles.take it little bits at first
in my country it is not find scythe like that How can send one to me ?
Ahmed abd alsabour I would say Google an Austrian scythe and find someone who will deliver to you. The Austrian ones seem to be the easiest overall to use
i did and get one thank you
Sionnach1601 Do you have one ? i want to ask you how to tie the metal with wood handel the carpenter here don't coutch the idea if we can contact in massenger i will be happy
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Too bad the sound sucks. It might have interesting if I could actually hear what's being said.
Not a proper demonstration of the American scythe.
Coleman Adamson. that's because neither is an American Sythe. he demonstrated the European and Austrian Sythe's.
Well, from what we are told here, one of the scythes is an *English* scythe he says. I doubt that he is mistaken as he seems like an absolute expert, plus even gives an olde English name for the snatch.
The American scythe looks quite similar though its snatch is possibly more curved. This is probably the reason for confusion here.
@@Sionnach1601 ah, the rarely seen curved snatch.
@@motoz30 Haha!! I realise my mistake now, sorry!! Big difference between the two alright!!
A snath is long and hard, while a nice curvy snatch makes things long and hard!!! :D
American Scythe? Do you mean a gas powered four wheeled lawn mower?
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