Fencing

The term 'fencing' has many different meanings. More often than not, though it references one of two different styles of sword fighting, either historic fencing, which was used in ages past as a system of combat, or Olympic fencing, which is a family of combative sports that is commonly practiced today. The two differ primarily in that one is a formalized sport, with rules and regulations, while the other is more loosely regulated and is based more heavily on the techniques used by swordsman from the medieval and renaissance era. Fencing, as a modern sport, has experienced such popularity that it has even become an Olympic event (thus its designation, Olympic fencing). To accommodate those who have of love of either style of fencing (or for both), Dark Knight Armoury carries a full line of functional and decorative fencing weapons, including various styles of rapiers and traditional fencing weapons like foils, epees, and sabres, as well as functional main gauches and replacement blades. All of our functional fencing blades are made to withstand the rigors of fencing combat, ensuring that you have a strong, sturdy weapon in hand that will bend and flex when necessary, while still providing enough strength to deliver a good strike when the moment comes. And given that many rapiers of the age happened to have elaborate and ornate features, many of our rapiers, both decorative and functional, are also brilliant display pieces that you can display in your home or your office, either to celebrate your love of fencing, your love of history, or your love of historic arms. If you're a swordsman who favors the lightness of a rapier, then Dark Knight Armoury has the swords that will suit your skills, whether you're a modern fencer or a historic one. And if you're looking for a sword that will show off great style and detail, then you'll sure to find one here, too.

 

Functional Fencing Rapiers The rapier evolved from the typical cut and thrust swords of the 16th and 17th century. Unlike most swords, though, the rapier experienced an immense level of variation. Here at Dark Knight Armoury, we pride ourselves on offering a wide assortment of functional fencing rapiers, in as many styles as we could gather, all to give a swordsman their choice of preferred blades.

Functional Fencing Main Gauche Historically, the main gauche was wielded in the off-hand of a swordsman, both as a primary defense and as a secondary weapon. Dark Knight Armoury offers a great selection of these off-handed daggers, to ensure that a swordsman can have just the dagger he or she desires. And every one of our functional fencing main gauche daggers will stand up quite well in a fight, too.

	Functional Fencing Foils In the world of sport fencing or Olympic fencing, Functional Fencing Foils are a must-have. Offered here at Dark Knight Armoury is a selection of traditional fencing foils, as well as other classic and accepted fencing weapons that are perfect for both the casual and devoted fencer to use, both in practice and in friendly bouts between peers.

Fencing Rapier Replacement Blades Sometimes, things just go bad. Anything put under significant stress for too long will eventually break, and this is especially true for rapiers that are used for fencing, especially if they're being used for actual, full-speed, full-force reenactments. Have no fear, though, because Dark Knight Armoury offers fencing rapier replacement blades to use when your blade does break.

Functional Swept Hilt Fencing Rapiers As ornate and decorative as the swept hilt seems, it is not without its uses...and it was these uses, combined with its impressive appearance that made swept hilt rapiers popular with swordsman and nobility both! At Dark Knight Armoury, we offer a wide selection of functional swept hilt fencing rapiers, for the discerning swordsman who wants a beautiful blade.

	Functional Pappenheimer Fencing Rapiers This style of rapier is thus named because it is thought to have been the preferred weapon of Gottfried Heinrich, the Count of Pappenheim. This sword is distinctive primarily because of its design and its shape, and we pay this unique sword homage by offering a few variations of the functional pappenheimer fencing rapier here at Dark Knight Armoury.

	Fencing Jackets and Masks Just because it is a regulated sport doesn't mean that fencing is one-hundred percent safe. The sport involves the use of swords, and therefore, it can be quite dangerous, if you're not wearing the proper protective gear. That's why Dark Knight Armoury carries a full line of fencing jackets and fencing masks, so that any fencers out there can find the proper protection.

Decorative Fencing Rapiers As the sword evolved, so too did its design. The wide, cutting swords of the middle ages gave rise to the piercing thrust of the rapier, and with the rapier, can ornate, flowing guards and stunning designs and details that made every a sword a distinctive personal decoration. At Dark Knight Armoury, we carry a number of decorative rapiers that echo this notion perfectly.