Fencing masks..... standard or sabre?

[Guest]

Hey there, just a quick question, what is generally used for stick sparring, a standard fencing mack or a sabre mask? Pros, cons?

Thanks folks.

[Guard Dog]

Check out this thread http://dogbrothers.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=432&highlight=mask

Gruhn

[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!

[Spadaccino]

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.

Peace,

Spada