Synthetic Weapons

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.

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

Designed with the expert guidance of Roberto Martinez-Loyo of Elite Fencing Club, this macuahuitl trainer offers a realistic weight and balance without breaking the bank. The macuahuitl was typically a ripping and tearing weapon used for taking prisoners, and when you handle this and imagine the flint-lined edge, you'll understand why.

2 lbs, 8.2 oz

37 inches overall length

10 inches handle length

4 inches wide tip

3 inches wide base

3/4 inches thickness

Looking at longswords throughout history, it didn't take long for complex hilted designs to begin appearing. The addition of simple rings on the side of the sword offers significant protection for the hands of the user. If you're seeking an increased level of safety, this sword is for you. The rings are over-sized to accommodate any size of glove in a thumb-grip.

3 lbs, 1.4 oz

39.5 inches blade length

2.5 inches point of balance

11 3/4 inches grip-able hilt

5 1/2 overall ring width

1 3/4 inches to 1 inch blade width (cross to tip)

52 3/4 inches overall length

10 inches cross width

5 1/2 inches total ring width

Love the look and feel of the messer's blade, but want a little more protection? The Storta is the choice for you! The larger nagel combined with knucklebow means that this sword is equally at home practicing messer technique as it is practicing dussack or cutlass. Truly multi-purpose and absolutely beautiful to look at, this is a classic sword will fulfill many of your training needs.

2 lbs, 4.2 oz

2 inches from cross point of balance 

4 1/2 inches grip-able handle

2 inches to 3/4 inches blade width (cross to tip)

26 1/2 inches blade length

6 1/2 inches cross width

34 inches overall length

2 inches guard (nagel) height

2 inches to 2 1/2 inches guard to handle clearance

1/2 inches tapering blade thickness

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.