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Fencing masks..... standard or sabre?
« on: September 19, 2004, 05:53:47 PM »
Hey there, just a quick question, what is generally used for stick sparring, a standard fencing mack or a sabre mask? Pros, cons?

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Fencing masks..... standard or sabre?
« Reply #1 on: September 19, 2004, 08:45:37 PM »
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Fencing masks..... standard or sabre?
« Reply #2 on: October 09, 2004, 07:29:25 PM »
Hey again,

I did read that post but it didn't really answer my question. Any further advice would be very much appreciated.

Thank you!

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« Reply #3 on: October 10, 2004, 09:45:57 AM »
Quote from: Guest
Hey again,

I did read that post but it didn't really answer my question. Any further advice would be very much appreciated.

Thank you!


G,

First off, you should be made aware that there are actually more than just "standard" and "saber" fencing masks--there are actually several different types--foil/epee masks, saber masks, and 3-weapon masks.  The best type would probably be a 3-weapon mask, as the mesh is stiff to take the thrusts from the comparatively ridgid epee, and the trim is reinforced (eg., with leather) to take the cuts from a saber.

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