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________________________________________________________________________________ Weapons and Types of Fencing ________________________________________________________________________________
Fencing has three weapons, each derived from a historical antecedent. Modern fencing weapons are lighter, safer sport versions of the real thing. All weapons in fencing range from 76-88cm (30' to 35') long, and typically weighs less than 500 grams (1lb). There are a set of requirements to which each weapon must conform, for reasons of safety and fairness.
Sabre
The Sabre is descended from the curved cavalry sword. It has a basket-shaped hand-guard that completely covers the hand, and a blade which is Y-shaped in cross-section. Sabre fencers can score with the tip, but more commonly use the edge of the weapon to make 'cuts' to the target. Sabre is the only edged weapon in fencing. Sabre fencers can hit any part of the opponent's body above the waist.
Foil
The Foil is a synthetic weapon. It was originally designed by fencing teachers as a lighter, safer training substitute for real weapons. The foil has a small, round hand-guard and a blade that is rectangular in cross-section. Foil fencers score touches with the tip of the blade, and are allowed to hit anywhere on the opponent's torso, including groin, chest and back (but not including arms, hands, legs and head).
Epee
The Epee is descended from the duelling rapier, and has a large hand guard and a blade which has a V-shaped cross-section. Epee fencers score touches with the tip of the blade, and are allowed to hit any part of the opponent's body.
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