Fencing Weapons
In modern fencing there are three types of weapons used. In the past there have been many other types such as the spadroon, heavy cavalry-style sabre, singlestick and bayonet. See more about fencing equipment.
| name | type | valid target area | double hits |
|---|---|---|---|
Foil |
this is a light thrusting weapon |
restricted to the torso |
not allowed |
Épée |
heavier thrusting weapon |
the entire body |
allowed |
Sabre |
light cutting and thrusting weapon |
almost everything above the waist (excluding the back of the head and the hands) |
not allowed |
Fencing weaponRelated Pages
- Fencing Equipment List
- About the sport of fencing
- See the main fencing page
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