), Equipment bag that fits all of the above gear. You can downgrade from there. Youth 10 and under: Size 2 Electric Epee with Absolute Gold blade and French grip. A non FIE jacket would usually not last more than a year. Guard: Ultra Light only. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. BF Blue Maraging blade. After a few months of lessons, you can try the pistol grip. SG12 Plus Set (SG 12 Plus Machine, 2 Reels, 2 Floor Cords), German Epee: Pressure Springs (10-Pack, Larger Spring), German Epee: Contact Springs (10-Pack, Smaller Spring), Absolute Excalibur E. Foil: w/ French Grip, Absolute Excalibur E. Foil: w/ Pistol Grip, Absolute Stamped BF White FIE Mar. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery, AF Epee Test Kit w/: Test Box, Combination Weight & Shim, German Epee: Contact Springs (10-Pack, Smaller Spring), AF Pistol Pommel: Inside Hex Nut (Foil/Epee 6mm), AF Pistol Pommel: Outside Hex Nut (Foil/Epee6mm), AF Master Series Epee Test Gauge (Made in Germany), AF Foil/Epee Combination Weight (500/750g), AF Epee: Wire (Double Ins. Pad: These days clear pads are required for competition. Many vendors sell light guards, and you need to get the lightest possible. A beginner is much better trained with the French grip, because it forces to use proper leverage, fingers and footwork instead of brute force. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery, Absolute Master Series Clear 2-prong Bodycord (Made in Germany), AF Pistol Pommel: Inside Hex Nut (Foil/Epee 6mm), AF Epee Test Kit w/: Test Box, Combination Weight & Shim, Practice Rubber Foil Tips (Practice Weapons) 10-Pack, AF Signature Series Sabre Grip Type 2 (Thin), AF Epee: Wire (Double Ins. These are made in Italy by Negrini with rubber-coated high-end steel/copper wire. Used for both German & French Pts), NJ/NYC WEBSITE DESIGN BY CREATING DIGITAL. Epee w/: French Grip, Absolute Stamped BF Blue FIE Mar. The Standard Absolute Epee Bodycord, a great value for schools, clubs and starters. It is very light, near perfectly balanced and durable. Body Cord: lots of variations, Uhlmann is still the best, its very sturdy, but the Chinese and other knock-offs are not bad at all. Front zip stretch jacket (Easier to put on than a back zip jacket. Hard to screw up three wires and two plugs. With the unique, new design,the Absolute Dura-Clear line of bodycords now has more resilient head that you don't have to open up to check! When ordering ask for the weapon to be canted either for a righty or leftie. Epee w/: French Grip, Absolute Stamped BF White FIE Mar. Specifically the Cherry Pro. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. These days, our local competitions are drawing vendors to the site, because weve grown as a sport so much. Non-FIE is everything else and you cannot fence some USFA events in it. Vendors call their guards different things, so you have to talk to them and ask for the lightest. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery, Absolute Master Series Clear 2-prong Bodycord (Made in Germany), AF Foil Test Kit w/: Test Box & Foil Weight, Practice Rubber Foil Tips (Practice Weapons) 10-Pack, AF Pistol Pommel: Inside Hex Nut (Foil/Epee 6mm), AF Pistol Pommel: Outside Hex Nut (Foil/Epee6mm), German Retaining Clip Set for 2-Prong Plug, German Epee: Pressure Springs (10-Pack, Larger Spring), German Epee: Contact Springs (10-Pack, Smaller Spring), AF Master Series Epee Test Gauge (Made in Germany), AF Foil/Epee Combination Weight (500/750g), AF Epee Test Kit w/: Test Box, Combination Weight & Shim, AF Foil Socket: Master Series 2 prong (Made in Germany), AF Signature Series Sabre Grip Type 2 (Thin). There are two major types of gear: FIE and Non-FIE. Read below for more details. Knickers: same as jacket, best to get a matching set. Blade: A maraging BF FIE blue or white blade is the best on the market. For the Youth in that in-between age of 10ish to 12ish, it depends on the class/program you are attending. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Epee w/: Pistol Grip, Absolute Stamped BF Blue FIE Mar. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. This piece of equipment tends to be treated as a formality until it catches a broken blade that slipped through a carelessly zipped jacket. This is now my favorite mask because you can remove the pads and wash them. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Here's a good anatomical description of modern fencing swords. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. These factors vary a bit from batch to batch, but both are very good and can last up to a year if you hit correctly. Use for both German & French Pts), AF Pistol Pommel: Inside Hex Nut (Foil/Epee 6mm), Neps: Epee Point Screws and Driver Combo, AF Master Series Epee Test Gauge (Made in Germany), AF Pistol Pommel: Outside Hex Nut (Foil/Epee6mm), Practice Rubber Epee Tips (Practice Weapons) 10-Pack, SG11 Economy Set (SG 11 Machine, 2 Reels, 2 Floor Cords), Practice Rubber Foil Tips (Practice Weapons) 10-Pack, German Retaining Clip Set for 2-Prong Plug, AF Foil/Epee Combination Weight (500/750g), Absolute Master Series Clear 2-prong Bodycord (Made in Germany), Virtual Scoring Machine: Includes VSM Software and USB Connector, Harut French Pommel (98 Grams) (NO DISCOUNT), AF Foil: Wire (Double Ins. I can give you an example: an Uhlmann Olympian jacket I bought lasted for 7 years, with no damage other than to the color, zipper and Velcro. Basically OK for local/non official tournaments only. Used for both German & French Pts), German Retaining Clip Set for 2-Prong Plug, AF Master Series Epee Test Gauge (Made in Germany), AF Foil Socket: Master Series 2 prong (Made in Germany), AF Foil/Epee Combination Weight (500/750g), Neps: Epee Point Screws and Driver Combo, Absolute Master Series Clear Epee Bodycord (Made in Germany), Virtual Scoring Machine: Includes VSM Software and USB Connector, Virtual Scoring Machine Basic Remote Control. Here is the minimum you should purchase: (Even more details are in our Parent Handbook). Most kids in this range have two short blades and one long one then transition to all long blades as they get older. If you know you love the sport and are willing to spend the money please purchase the weapon with a BF Blue FIE Maraging blade in M(edium) density. Purchasing your equipment. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. This is probably the strongest and longest lasting bodycord you will find anywhere. All beginners and Y12 fencers need to start on an M blade then move up to a D after two seasons of fencing. Every once in a while someone finds a great batch of non-BF FIE blades, but this has been inconsistent. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. 44900 Acacia Ln Suite 108, Sterling, VA 20166. The Master Series equipment is designed and manufactured to the highest standars of Europe. Gives you better leverage, which combined with perfect technique can send the opponents blade flying out of the way. Favero Full Arm 01 (Table-Top Model): FIE Certified, 3-Weapon Machine. Epee w/: French Grip, Absolute Stamped BF Blue FIE Mar. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. A BF Maraging blade lasts for a year of hard practice if your technique is mostly good, any non FIE blade can snap as early as the first month. We do provide all equipment for Beginner and Recreational classes but if you like the sport, we recommend purchasing at least a weapon, mask and glove. Use for both German & French Pts), German Epee: Pressure Springs (10-Pack, Larger Spring), NJ/NYC WEBSITE DESIGN BY CREATING DIGITAL. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. The reason is technique related and that you can always cut down the tang of a blade and make it a pistol grip, but not otherwise. (Updated February 2022), We also have an armorer that is happy to assemble weapons from spare parts and repair malfunctioning gear. Ultra-Light Titanium Guard. Mask: a lot of variations, its really up to you what you get. Required for USFA events. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Uhlmann socket. Grip/Pommel: Very important, will affect how you fence a great deal. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Dear all, this entry is for those asking about purchasing equipment. Today we have NEP Screws which are very easy to use. Once you are fitted you can order online. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. So the best way to go is to buy some cheap stuff until you have a chance to try everything on at some tournament where vendors will be present. Once your equipment arrives, please practice putting it on a few times so that we do not waste any time at practice. Youth 12 and up: Size 5 Adult Electric Epee with Absolute Gold blade and French grip. Summary: You can shop around for all the parts, but I will insist on a German tip, as light a guard as possible and a rubber over metal or rubber over wood french grip. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. It's much more expensive but worth it. The springs are not that big a deal, any type will do. Left or Right Handed glove. Canting is a process to configure the grip to place the hand in a relaxed position, thus making all actions easier on the wrist. They are light, stretch, breath well and are rated at at least 800N. Use for both German & French Pts), German Epee: Pressure Springs (10-Pack, Larger Spring), German Epee: Contact Springs (10-Pack, Smaller Spring), Neps: Epee Point Screws and Driver Combo, Book: "How to Repair" Electrical Equipment by Rudy Volkmann, Book: Magnum Libre dEscrime (Big Fencing Book) by Rudy Volkmann, NJ/NYC WEBSITE DESIGN BY CREATING DIGITAL. BF is the forge, and many vendors put their own mark on it, so do not get confused by that. That means hold it close up to the guard so that your knuckles touch against the metal. The trick is washing them, some masks have a removable bib that you can put in the laundry. I think this is a good beginners set to start with. Make sure you specify you want an epee cord, the foil and saber ones are different. As your coach, this is the only unit of gear I will insist on specific parts and method of putting it together. Tip/wire/springs: German only. Details below. German point and wire with NEP Screws. Harut Fencing Grip. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Jacket: Any of the FIE stretch jackets are the best. The white ones are just a bit more stiff. Use for both German & French Pts), AF Pistol Pommel: Outside Hex Nut (Foil/Epee6mm), AF Foil Test Kit w/: Test Box & Foil Weight, AF Foil: Wire (Double Ins. Ive fired a 9mm round into an old FIE mask at a test range and it did not penetrate the mesh. In general, FIE equipment is much higher quality and in the long run you'll end up spending more money on cheaper equipment. Used for both German & French Pts), AF Foil Guard: Master Series Titanic (Made in Germany), AF Epee: Wire (Double Ins. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. Glove: no big deal, comfort is the most important thing here. The weapon assembled from the parts listed below is the Coach Ilya Special. Epee w/: French Grip, Absolute Stamped BF White FIE Mar. Clear pad. Getting a wired blade is ok, but its usually best to wire the blade yourself as well. Fencers wear a glove only on the weapon hand. There is yet to be a tip created to beat German precision engineering. As of 1982, all FIE fencing gear is over-engineered to be extremely safe and durable. Harut Cherry Pro french grip or Visconti pistol grip. Favero Power Supply: Power supply for Favero Machines. Epee w/: Pistol Grip, Absolute Stamped BF Blue FIE Mar. The knock-off Chinese, French and Russian tips all fail much quicker and use softer metal, therefore get sticky faster. Armory forms are by the whiteboard and you can contact Saunier Incorporated here. FIE gear is usually better and more expensive, but you can fence in any event up to the Olympics with it. The Uhlmann aluminum and titanium lights are Ultra light, the Negrini ultralight alloy is great. We also have an armorer that is happy to assemble weapons from spare parts and repair malfunctioning gear. Absolute Master Series Clear Epee Bodycord (Made in Germany), Skip to the beginning of the images gallery, AF Epee Test Kit w/: Test Box, Combination Weight & Shim, German Epee: Contact Springs (10-Pack, Smaller Spring), Harut French Pommel (98 Grams) (NO DISCOUNT), German Epee: Pressure Springs (10-Pack, Larger Spring), Neps: Epee Point Screws and Driver Combo, Absolute Master Series Clear 2-prong Bodycord (Made in Germany), AF Pistol Pommel: Inside Hex Nut (Foil/Epee 6mm), AF Pistol Pommel: Outside Hex Nut (Foil/Epee6mm), AF Master Series Epee Test Gauge (Made in Germany), AF Foil/Epee Combination Weight (500/750g), French Epee: Contact Springs (10-Pack, Smaller Spring), AF Epee: Wire (Double Ins. AF Foil Guard: Master Series Titanic (Made in Germany), Absolute Excalibur E. Epee w/: French Grip, Absolute Excalibur E. Epee w/: Pistol Grip, Absolute Stamped BF White FIE Mar. Skip to the beginning of the images gallery, German Epee: Contact Springs (10-Pack, Smaller Spring), AF Epee Test Kit w/: Test Box, Combination Weight & Shim, German Epee: Pressure Springs (10-Pack, Larger Spring), AF Epee: Wire (Double Ins. The simplest thing would be to call Absolute Fencing ( 732-868-9003) and ask them to help measure your fencer over the phone. Your glove should allow you to make a fist, but not bunch up at the fingers. Favero Power Supply: Power supply for Favero Machines. The weight of the guard affects balance of the blade, and therefore precision. In general, the French grip gives you a few extra inches of blade and is used by footwork oriented, absence of blade fencers. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. Favero Full Arm 05 Table Version w/: Remote Control & Power Supply: FIE Certified, 3-Weapon Mach Favero Repeater Lights: Electronic repeater panel for the Full-Arm 01 & Full-Arm 05. (S2000) Blade, AF Signature Series E. Sabre w/: AF Elite Color (S2000) Sabre Blade, AF Signature Series E. Sabre w/:STM Color (S2000) Blade, AF Signature Series E Sabre w/: Dynamo Silver (S2000) Blade, AF Signature Series E. Sabre w/: AF Maraging S2000 Blade, AF Signature Series E. Sabre w/: BF Maraging S2000 Blade, Negrini Electric Sabre Complete w/AF Standard S2000 Saber Blade, Negrini Electric Sabre Complete w/AF Advanced S2000 Sabre Blade, Negrini Electric Saber Complete w/AF Elite S2000 Sabre Blade, Negrini Electric Sabre Complete w/STM Color Sabre Blade, Negrini Electric Sabre Complete w/AF Maraging S2000 Sabre Blade, Negrini Electric Sabre Complete w/Dynamo Silver Sabre Blade, AF BF Blue FIE Mar. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser.

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