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Buying equipment for the first time can be a bit confusing so I have tried to simplifiy the ordering process
Firstly a bit of information about the three weopans, the weopan mainly used and regarded as the foremost weopan is the foil it is important to have a good grounding in foil fencing before the Sabre and Epee can be considered.
The weapons used in fencing are the epee, foil and sabre.
Epee
The epee is the modern derivative of the original duelling sword, used in sport fencing. Epee - this is the french word for "sword". The weapon is similar to a foil, but has a stiffer, V-shaped blade, has a larger bell guard, and is heavier. The technique however, is somewhat different, as there are no rules regarding priority and right-of-way. In addition, the entire body area is a valid target area. The hits are made with the point of the blade only. The blade is a concave triangle in cross-section.
Lenght: 90 cm Weight: up to 770 gm.
Foil
Foils are derivatives of a thrusting small sword, and score a point by depressing a button on the end of the shaft to complete an electric circuit. The blade is very thin, with a blunted (or foiled) tip. Foil blades are flexible enough to bend upon striking an opponent, in order to prevent injuries. Hits are valid on the torso only. The blade cross-section is quadrangular.
Lenght: 89 cm Weight: up to 500 gm.
Sabre
Sabre is the weapon developed from the backsword of the Elizabethans and the heavy cavalry sabre. The sabre blade is V- shaped with the point folded over to form a button. This weapon is a cut and thrust type weapon. Target includes the head, arms, and trunk to the waist. Because the hand is considered target, the guard is half rounded to protect the fingers. Due to the fact that saber is a cutting weapon it is the fastest out of the three weapons. Like foil, sabre uses the convention of right-of-way to determine priority.
Lenght: 88 cm Weight: up to 500 gm.
There are a number of equipment companies offering good equipment. In my experience the company who can offer the best in terms of service and equipment is Leon Paul.Telephone 0845 388 8134
This price list is aimed at those buying equipment for the first time .Starter kits do give good value but add on breeches as well as this is a requirement for all levels of competition.
I have given you reference numbers for 350N regulation equipment, which is fine for all Junior and senior fencers. If you need 800N equipment go on line or phone Leon Paul and they will help you. Leon Paul offer high quality equipment mention you belong to one of my clubs and you will be well treated.
| Name | Code | Price (£) |
|---|---|---|
K2 Starter kit .Ideal for the new fencer Mask Jacket plastron bag foil and glove.Breeches £41.50 extra .Specify pistol grip foil Right or left handed Adult size 5 Junior under 14 size 3. |
K2 | £206.96 |
| Mask | F100 | 53.61 |
| Glove | G126 | 23.39 |
| Jacket (men's) | 005M | 69.90 |
| Jacket (women's) | 005L | 69.90 |
| NEW- Economy FIE 800N Underplastron | 402 | 29.89 |
| Breeches (men's) | 005BM | 41.50 |
| Breeches (women's) | 005BL | 41.50 |
| Socks | D106 | 9.99 |
| Practise adult foil (size 5) | 5PFX | 29.71 |
| Practice child foil (size 3) | 5PEXM | 29.71 |
| Bag( lots of these check on line) | 500 | 44.90 |
| Chest protector (male) Flat type may also be suitable for younger girls (9-10) | 59M | 19.98 |
| Chest protector (female) | 59L | 29.96 |
| Name | Code | Price (£) |
|---|---|---|
| K3 Electric starter kit as K2 but with electric foil and body wire.For those attending competition. specify pistol grip foil left or right handed Adult size 5 Junior under 14 size 3. | K3 | £233.99 |
| Electric foil | F5PFX | 43.76 |
| Electric foil (size 3) | F5PEX M | 43.76 |
| Body wire (bayonet) | F40 | 15.32 |
| Lamé jacket (men's) | 01M F60M | 69.98 |
| Lamé jacket (women's) | F60L | 69.98 |
