fencing sword

A fencing sword is a blade used in the sport of fencing, designed for specific types of combat and scoring. There are three main types: foil, épée, and sabre, each with distinct rules and techniques. The foil and épée are thrusting weapons, meaning points are scored by poking the opponent with the tip, while the sabre allows both slash and thrust moves. Fencing swords are lightweight, flexible, and equipped with mechanisms to register hits on electronic scoring systems. They are tools for sport that emphasize agility, strategy, and precision within established rules.