Das Verkehrer

German To thrust from the Band with swords rotated about 180 degrees. The expression refers to the sword-posture. (backwards upside-down, turn or turning)

German According to Ringeck, a technique where if you bind at the adversaries sword with an Oberhau or an Unterhau, turn your sword so that your thumb is down and you thrust to his face from above, forcing him to displace the thrust, then grabbing his right elbow with your left hand place your left leg in front of his right leg and to toss him over. Also, a trapping technique of Joachim Meyer where the swordsman hooks the opposing blade and carries it down to the ground, sensing soft pressure from his opponent in engagement. Once the opponent’s blade is trapped, he can strike at his head or use a variety of other techniques.