"BEGINNER FENCER CLUB Pack - CELN"

In the 16th century, German fencing masters taught the longsword with the federschwert. It was a training weapon with a narrow, flexible blade and a wide ricasso called the schilt. This is what Joachim Meyer illustrated in his 1570 treatise. Today, it remains the reference tool for studying German fencing with the longsword, one of the disciplines studied at CELN along with the sword-buckler and the rapier.

A pack designed with the club

This set is not a generic pack. It includes the list of equipment recommended by the Cercle des Escrimeurs Libres Nantais for its new members. Each element meets a specific need of the first season: a weapon to work on guards, cuts, and pair exercises, a mask for partnered work, and gloves that give fingers the freedom to work the handle.

The federschwert Black Fencer 4.0

Its 95 cm nylon blade mimics the behavior of a steel blade, with medium flexibility. The 7.5 cm schilt allows for half-swording like on a historical weapon. The guard and pommel in stainless steel give a realistic feel: 1,300 g with a balance point 6 cm from the guard. The 4.0 version is constructed in one piece, and a steel rod fixes the pommel to prevent it from rotating.

The mask 350N Faits d’Armes

The grill is cast in one piece. The bib and fabric are 350 N. The mask is secured by a metal strap and an adjustable Velcro band, allowing it to fit each shape. The interior padding can be removed and machine-washed, which becomes important when training twice a week.

The Red Dragon gloves

Articulated plastic plates overlap on the back of the hand and fingers. The microfiber covering is more durable than the usual synthetic leather, and the cuff flares at the wrist. The gloves remain flexible and allow the fingers to move freely on the handle, a true asset for learning grip changes and half-swording.

Good to know

The Red Dragon gloves are designed for training with synthetic weapons. They will easily accompany the federschwert in the pack but will wear out faster with steel weapons. The pack covers the weapon, mask, and hands. The padded jacket, throat protector, and cup are not included: your club will advise you when they become necessary.

With this pack, you start the season with a complete and coherent equipment, chosen by your club, without having to hesitate over the material.