HEMA - Feders, longswords

Longswords are two-handed swords, that became popular in the 14th century, the Late Middle Ages. It appeared due to the development of armor. Since more developed armor like plate armour offered a better protection, shields were no longer obligatory. Instead, longer swords could be used due to the freed hand.

It was the weapon of nobles and knights. Typically used in conjunction with armor, simpler soldiers still stuck to the one-handed sword-shield combo. Later, in the Renaissance, they became more widespread, and they also started to be used for fencing. The first long sword fencing book was published in the 14th century by the famous Italian fencer Fiore dei Liberi. Johannes Liechtenauer started the basics of longsword fencing in German territories.

A feder sword, derived from the German "federschwert" meaning "feather sword," is a special-made longsword. for the study and practice of historical European martial arts (HEMA). Their blades are forged to be flexible, and more thin. Which means the sword is capable of the same moves as a regular longsword, but the blade itself has less mass, and thus a weaker impact. Meanwhile still retains most of its weight, so the practice you do is easily applicable on a full longsword. This feature allows practitioners to engage in spirited sparring matches and drills, with far fewer bruises.

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Federsword for competitive HEMA and tourneys with stiff blade

 

The pommel is fixed/riveted. 

It's a very stiff version, for full contact and heavy fencing. 

Federsword for tourneys and free fights
Federsword for tourneys and free fights
Federsword for tourneys and free fights
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Federsword with stiff blade, and pear pommel

Stiff federswords, disassembled version
Stiff federswords, disassembled version
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Long sword with channel blade developed for HEMA fencing.

The big advantage is that it fits our new type of 32 cm feder grip, so the blade can be replaced with a feder blade or an indoor blade.

With 1 handle, you can realize quite serious possibilities of variation.

The buttons on the cover swords are equally compatible with the grip.

The blade is hardened 51CrV4 steel, tip folded back.

Fiore Tournament Feder with spatulated tip
Fiore Tournament Feder with spatulated tip
Fiore Tournament Feder with spatulated tip
Fiore Tournament Feder with spatulated tip
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Long sword with channel blade developed for HEMA fencing.

The big advantage is that it fits our new type of 32 cm feder grip, so the blade can be replaced with a feder blade or an indoor blade.

With 1 handle, you can realize quite serious possibilities of variation.

The buttons on the cover swords are equally compatible with the grip.

The blade is hardened 51CrV4 steel, tip folded back.

Fiore Tournament Feder with back-folded tip
Fiore Tournament Feder with back-folded tip
Fiore Tournament Feder with back-folded tip
Fiore Tournament Feder with back-folded tip
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Trainingsword for HEMA sparring and for reenactmentThis type of sword characterized as having a pear form pommel and slightly curved cross-guard.

Longsword for reenactment trainings, XIV-XVth Century
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Sharpening a sword blade before or after assembling the sword.
During sharpening, the blade loses its original thickness, making it more flexible and lighter, but also more fragile, of course.

The use of sharp swords is a training exercise that requires practice and knowledge, which must be exercised with extreme caution!

Damage and deflection of the swords are primarily due to cutting errors, so these damages are not warranty problems!

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If You don't have the possibility, to train in a big hall, you need this swingsword.

The weight, POB is near the same, as by the HEMA longswords, it's ideal for exercise the fencing technics in a small room. 

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Sword with small blade for the indoor exercises
Sword with small blade for the indoor exercises
Sword with small blade for the indoor exercises
Sword with small blade for the indoor exercises
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Blade: without Fuller

There are several blade types to choose from: stiff or flexible blades.
 
We offer our federblades a wide range of flexibility, which is adapted to the different fencing techniques.

More and more people are taking part in Tournaments, where a strong blade to blade contact belongs to the fence. We offer them the tournament blades, which are very strong but not flexible, closer to a combat-ready sword, but more dangerous when performing stitches.
 
The flexible blades are designed for light, technical fencing, there is no strong blade contact, it is more about fencing techniques. These blades are light and flexible, are very flexible and bend at the stich - thus taking much of its dangerous energy from the attack - but they are weaker at the same time: they are not suitable for fencing with full contact.
 
The medium stiff blade is the most sought after and a large number of users use this type. These blades withstand hard blade contact, but are also flexible and make fencing safer.
 
Before buying, we recommend that you agree with the Fencing Club which blade the coach proposes to your knowledge and fencing style!

 

Hilt: with Leather covered

Federsword with a blade without fuller
Federsword with a blade without fuller
Federsword with a blade without fuller
Federsword with a blade without fuller
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Feder For Sportfencing/HEMA

Also available with rigid and flexible blades. 

How can I define flexibility? https://www.schwertschmiedeviktor.de/shop_ordered/3157/pic/Flexibility_measuring.pdf

Leather covered grip!

We offer our feders with a wide range of flexibility, tailored to the various fencing techniques. More and more people are taking part in competitions where strong blade and body contact are part of the fencing. We offer them the Tournament blades, which are very strong, but they are not flexible.

The flexible blades are made for lightweight, technical fencing, where there is hardly any strong blade contact, but rather the pursuit of fencing techniques. These blades are lightweight and flexible - but they are more vulnerable: they are not suitable for full-contact races.

The medium rigid blade is the most sought after, and a large number of users use this type. These blades can withstand hard blade contact, but are also flexible, making fencing safer.

Before buying, we recommend that you agree with the fencer club what blade the coach is suggesting on your knowledge and your fencing style!

 

Feder with fullered blade
Feder with fullered blade
Feder with fullered blade
Feder with fullered blade
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Federsword with stiff blade

For better hand protection the guard has buttons on the ends.

 

federsword stiffThis type of Federsword  bends up to 10cm away from the vertical axis when  vertical pressure of 6-8 kg is applied.  

 

The federswords with stiff blade are in two Version available:

- Fix Version (with rivited pommel)

- Disassembled version

 

The thickness of the blade (from the point to the first 20 cm): 2-2,5 mm.

The thickness of the blade by the guard: 6 mm.

 

Hilt mit Leather covered!

Federsword with button on guard
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