What is the name of an Fencer's sword?

Answer 1

it can be a foil. It is also referred to an an epee, but foil is the more common term

Answer 2

There's more than one type.

The typical sword with the very flexible tip and french grip would be a "foil". A hit to any part of the chest scores a point.

The other one used that is more rigid, has a larger bell and usually a pistol grip is an "epee". A hit anywhere on the body scores a point.

And the third that is typically used would be a sabre. I've never used one of these so I can't comment on it.

Answer 3

Foils were basically practice swords used pretty much like bamboo shinai swords in Kendo and Rattan sticks in arnis.

Epees were heavier and were basically an offshoot of Rapiers, the sword used by European gentlemen during the 15th century for duels, and were basically employed by thrusting at exposed targets while lunging at the opponent. But unlike Rapiers, Epees were used merely to draw first blood and not to kill to determine who won the duel.

Sabres were mostly used by Cavalry officers to fight both on horseback and on foot, so slashing is more predominant over thrusting techniques.

Answer 4

An Olympic fencer can wield one of three types of sword, the Foil, Épée and Sabre, although fencing in general can extend to other weapons.

Answer 5

A foil is the weapon used when points are scored with a hit only from the point on the chest area

An epee is used when pints are scored with a hit anywhere on the body

A sabre is used with slahing strokes, using the blade rather than the point

Answer 6

An epee.

Answer 7

foil

Answer 8

mine is called "Betty". Don't laugh, I didn't pick it. That's what she said her name was.