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Equipment for training in HEMA with Swords of the West

As in many other martial arts endeavors, a certain amount and type of equipment is required.

It is possible to start small, for instance with simply a fencing mask and gloves. 

As you progress in training you will very likely need (and desire) to aquire more gear to both enable and improve your training. 

Whereever possible we will assist with loaned equipment to help out those new to the group.

Below are a few examples of equipment you will need--the first item most new practitioners will need is a Fencing Mask.

Purchasing the mask and gloves at the same time is a good idea as well.  A Feder can come later, as your skills grow.

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A Federschwert, or simply "feder", is a training tool similar to a sword, and may be called "Sword", but is a training tool foremost.

 

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A Fencing Mask, quite possibly the most important piece of equipment you will need to train in HEMA.

 

 

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Protective Gloves, various types are available to start out in training with, ask other practitioners about their preferences.

 

 

 

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Swords of the West regularly works with and recommends the following suppliers:

 

www.theknightshop.com

UK based supplier with an excellent selection of gear for HEMA

 

www.regenyei.com

One of the worlds foremost makers of fine swords for use in HEMA

 

www.academyofhistoricalarts.co.uk

AHA based in Glasgow, an excellent source for equipment and books related to HEMA

 

www.blackfencer.com

Maker of the some of the best synthetic training weapons available

 

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