Approved simulators
Side swords, Meyer rapiers and early rapiers made of steel are permitted. The number of parrying elements is based on the standard for side swords (cross, 2 finger rings, knuckle bow, D-ring) or Meyer rapiers (large D-ring, knuckle bow).
- The blade must be blunt and have a length of 80cm – 95cm (including the ricasso, i.e. up to the crossguard).
- The tip must be secured with a suitable plunger.
- Total length: max. 115cm
- Weight: between 0.9kg and 1.2kg
- Bending behavior: max. 10kg
Protective clothing required
- Fencing mask & back of the head protection: a fencing mask FIE standard level 2 with a stab resistance of at least 1600N and a back of the head protection that protects the back of the head and neck.
- The neck protection must be made of a hard material and cover the entire larynx.
- Chest protection made of a hard material is mandatory for women.
- A groin guard made of a hard material is mandatory for men.
- The upper body protection must have a stab resistance of at least 350N and cover the upper body from the hips (even when the arms are raised above the head) to the neck and the arms to the wrists.
- The thigh protection must have a puncture resistance of at least 350N.
- The leg protection must be made of a hard material and protect the knees and shins up to the ankle from blows.
- Forearm and elbow protection must be made of a hard material.
- Gloves must be made of a hard material and protect the fingers and wrist from blows – i.e. at least Red Dragon Gloves.