Synthetic Weapons

Blackfencer's Protective Caps were originally created to cover the ends of the old longsword cross guards. Since then, the cross has become thicker (and safer), and we've found that these make exceptional sword tips! Use them on everything from rapiers to feders (steel) for drilling and sparring.

In Blackfencer's Falkner-style messer, the straight false edge and clipped long edge tip come together in a fun and distinctive blade shape. The sword maintains the balance and feeling of standard messers, making the selection of this weapon one of personal preference. This messer is designed specifically for left-handed fighters.

1 lb 15.3 oz

4 inches from cross point of balance

7 1/4 inch cross width

8 1/4 inch grip-able handle

27 3/4 inch blade length

2 1/4 inches blade to 1/2 inches (cross to tip)

37 1/2 inch over all length

approx 1/2 inch thickness

1 1/2 inch ring (nagel) height

In Blackfencer's Falkner-style messer, the straight false edge and clipped long edge tip come together in a fun and distinctive blade shape. The sword maintains the balance and feeling of standard messers, making the selection of this weapon one of personal preference.

1 lb, 15.3 oz

4 inches from cross point of balance

7 1/4 inch cross width

8 1/4 inch grip-able handle

27 3/4 inch blade length

2 1/4 inch blade 1/2 inches (cross to tip)

37 1/2 inches overall length

1/2 inch thickness (approximate)

1 1/2 inch ring (nagel) height

When you think "messer," you should think of one name: Leckuchner. So of course, we have messers shaped just like the ones in his manuscript. A classic clipped point with straight lines, this is a good looking and feeling sword. This messer is designed specifically for left-handed fencers.

1 lb, 13.8 oz

4 inches from cross point of balance

8 1/2 inches grip-able handle

2 inches to 1/2 inch blade width (cross to tip)

26 1/2 inches blade length

7 1/4 inches cross width

36 inches overall length

1 1/2 inch ring (nagel) height

Messer is fun. Messer with sharp sims is even more fun! The notches along the blade engage when paired with another sharp sim sword, and re-create the feeling of binding with sharp blades with a high level of accuracy. Many students at South Coast Swords pick these immediately when it's time for messer class.

1 lb, 13.5 oz

4 inch point of balance from center of cross

27 1/4 inch blade length

7 inch cross width

2 inch to 1 inch blade width taper

1/2 inch blade thickness

8 1/2 inch grip-able handle

36 3/4 inches overall length

Enjoy saber, but want more protection for your hand? The Three Bar Hilt Sabre is the one for you! The additional width provided by the extra bars provides more safety for your hand than a simple D guard, while still affording the space and maneuverability you've come to expect from a sparring saber.

2 lb, 2 oz

3 1/2 inches from cross point of balance

33 1/4 inch blade length 

1 1/2 inch to 1 1/8 inch blade width (cross to tip)

5 inch grip-able handle length

2 1/2 to 2 inches space between handle and guard

The short spear has a high level of flexibility, yet maintains an imposing appearance. At South Coast Swords, we often mount these on rattan poles for additional flexibility and safety.

11.5 oz

19 3/4 inches blade length

25 3/4 inches overall length

2 inches to 3/4 inch blade width

1/2 inch to 1/4 inch blade thickness

This synthetic spear head is easily installed on your pole of choice. The long durable blade offers excellent flexibility when sparring.

15 oz

26 3/4 inches blade length

2 1/4 inches to 3/4 inch blade width

32 3/4 inches overall length