# Navicartum — HEMA Meyer Referenzapp

> Digital reference app for historical fencing treatises with modern interactive features. (iPhone/iPad app by Amelie Eilken.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navicartum/id1499548210 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Amelie Eilken](https://appshunter.io/developer/1479699111)
- Category: Reference, Sports
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 93 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2020-03-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navicartum/id1499548210/reviews.md

## What is Navicartum?

Navicartum - the reference app for HEMAists. The historical treatice, newly edited as an app with all the luxuries of modern times, like for example bookmarks, notes and full text search, different font sizes and zoomable images. Work with the treatise without ruining it with dog-ears and side notes, and all of that nice and compact in your smartphone or tablet. 




In the book "Thorough Descriptions of the Art of Fencing..." of Joachim Meyer (published in 1570) we find a comprehensive work on the renaissance time fencing with many weapons. More precisely on the sword, the dusack, the rapier, the dagger and the staff (the later contains staff, halberd and pike). This app is dedicated to the first part of Joachim Meyer's work, the sword. 


Navicartum features not only a transcription and translation of the sword part of the fencing treatise including all images, but also a newly composed version of the book as a reference book. It contains among other things conceptual interpretations of all techniques and an improved referencing and description of all images. And all of this in combination with the merits of features of the modern times, like f.e. bookmarks, notes and a full text search feature.

## Key features

- Digital transcription and translation
- Interactive reference book
- Conceptual interpretations
- Zoomable images
- Bookmarks and notes
- Full-text search

## Chart rankings

- #190 in Top Paid · Reference (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/navicartum/id1499548210/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Excellent portable reference for Meyer

*2022-10-17, version 1.3.0*

All the techniques and concepts from Meyer’s Art of Combat, easily accessible and indexed. In truth, I find it easier to find the information that I’m seeking using this app, than in Meyer’s original work.

### 5/5 — Great app for HEMA

*2021-01-26, version 1.2.9*

Great resource on my phone for reference.

## Frequently asked questions about Navicartum

### What historical fencing treatise does Navicartum focus on?

Navicartum is a reference app dedicated to Joachim Meyer's "Thorough Descriptions of the Art of Fencing...", specifically focusing on the sword part of the work published in 1570.

### What modern features does Navicartum offer for studying historical fencing?

Navicartum enhances the study of historical fencing with features like bookmarks, personal notes, full-text search, adjustable font sizes, and zoomable images, all within a smartphone or tablet interface.

### What weapons are covered in Joachim Meyer's original work?

Joachim Meyer's original work covers the sword, dusack, rapier, dagger, and staff (including halberd and pike). Navicartum specifically focuses on the sword section.

### Does Navicartum include interpretations of the fencing techniques?

Yes, Navicartum includes a newly composed version of the book as a reference, featuring conceptual interpretations of all techniques and improved descriptions of the images.

### What is the price of Navicartum?

Navicartum is a paid application priced at $4.99.

### On which devices can I use Navicartum?

Navicartum is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod, indicated by its supported devices list.

### How often is Navicartum updated?

The latest version of Navicartum is 1.3.7, and it was last updated on July 19, 2024, suggesting regular maintenance and updates.

### What is the age rating for Navicartum?

Navicartum has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.7 — 2024-07-19

Bugfixes: search field, safe area and credits layout

### 1.3.6 — 2024-04-21

Updating the book texts from the data base

### 1.3.0 — 2022-03-02

Now available in English - enjoy the complete content, translated just for this app into English!

### 1.2.16 — 2021-10-22

Neu übersetzte Passagen, unter Anderem Fehlen, Glützhau, Verkehren, Zwirch und Wechseln
Newly translated passages, amongst them failing, gliding hew, reversing,  thwart and changing

### 1.2.15 — 2021-09-13

Neu übersetzte Passagen: der Zornhau und das Übergreiffen.
Newly translated passages: the wrath hew and grabbing over.

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