Description
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A simulator designed for HEMA enthusiasts who want to practice the techniques of old masters while minimizing the damage to their overlays. Its shape resembles a historical two-handed sword.
It is used to prepare for HEMA tournaments without the need for heavy overlays. This sword allows you to practice reflexes, train the correct work of arms, legs and moving the simulator. It can be used by teenagers.
It is a two-handed sword made of black, durable materials. The blade is smooth and the handle is twisted. It has a slightly curved crossguard.
The blade is soft, rounded at the end and the outer material used guarantees high durability of the product. Its core has an additional reinforcement against fracture. The handle is made of rubberized plastic for a firm and stable grip.
The simulator has the right weight and is comfortable to use. It will be suitable for training, regardless of the advancement in a given technique.
- we suggest using groin overlays and masks to cover the face, especially the eyes, during exercises with foam simulators
- hitting hard elements, such as shields or metal masks, not secured with soft overlays, can cause their quick wear
Additional Info
Additional Info
| Brand | SPES |
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| Specification | Blade length: 77 cm All dimensions are approximate and may vary from piece to piece |
Reviews
- Very cheap on a budget, but not greatReview by Jon
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If you can't afford anything else this will certainly get you something to swing about, however it's definitely not a great solution if you're looking to practice HEMA in earnest.Quality Price Value
At first impression the 'blade' is very short, more like an arming sword than a longsword, when combined with the grip which is rather long even for a proper length longsword, it becomes a bit comical.
The grip itself is circular which is not a good shape for helping with your edge alignment. The blade is likewise circular and so handles more like a bat than a sword simulator.
Onto the usage, this is an incredibly light implement, and moves far too quickly to simulate longsword fencing. Even for an arming sword it is far too nippy. 'Blade' contact between two provides absolutely zero feeling so any work from the bind becomes incredibly difficult to learn.
Considering the lightness and padded nature, these also hit surprisingly hard. I wouldn't like to give them to children to go ham with. Though on the plus side, they are rigid enough to be able to use without any flopping, and they are sturdy enough to be used abusively and still last.
In conclusion, unless you want to just bat each other madly with little to no protection on the cheap, I would not recommend this product. Even to practice cuts and sword movement I would say to look at the wooden or nylon swords on offer, as the circular grip and length of the blade act to the severe detriment of the product with regards to edge alignment and blade awareness. (Posted on 30/03/2018)
