Kingston Arms Federschwert, Sport Feder, Sparring Longsword 51.5\", 9260 Steel For Sale

Kingston ArmsSport FederSM36070

Federschwert - Sparring Longsword, 51.5\" OA, Blunt,9260 Spring Steel

HEMA Sparring, Re-enactors, Steel Fighting & Stage Combat

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August ’26 sold out, added $1,000 to price so won’t delete the description, photos and watchers until I can get this back in stock. Hopefully soon!

MSRP: $302.00, you save 20%

deleted my listing after I sold out of these so I\'m using manufacturer\'s description and photos. More details coming soon.

Specifications:

Overall: 51-1/2\"

Blade Length: 38-1/4\"

Handle Length: 11\"

Cross Guard: 10\"

Weight: 3 lb 1 oz

Point of Balance: 3\" (at schilt)

Width at Guard: 35mm

Width at Tip: 18.5mm

Thickness at Guard: 5.7mm

Thickness at Tip: 3.4mm

Blade Steel: 9260*

Handle Material: Wood, Cord Wrap

Developed with response from HEMA practitioners.

The Kingston Arms Sport Feder is designed for clubs, beginners and even seasoned practitioners that want a light, fast, safe and affordable sparring sword for HEMA longsword sparring. This federschwert was designed to be safe in the thrust by flexing in the last third of the blade while keeping the rest of the sword stiff in the bind. The tip is slightly flared in thickness as well and can be used as it is with proper equipment or fitted with a leather mask or plastic tip for an added degree of safety.

Other features include a ramped thumb guard, allowing easy placement of a gloved thumb onto and off the blade during guard transitions. The pommel is indexed to the flat of the blade, making it second nature to distinguish proper edge alignment with the rearward hand. The wood core grip is in a well rounded rectangular cross section and tightly bound with an overwrap of cord to provide a firm grip

Made by Kingston Arms.

Comments:This is an impressive weapon - excellent design and workmanship.The long grip and scent-stopper pommel provide balance as well as leverage for the second hand, with plenty of room for gloves or gauntlets....I\'m a collector and a weekend warrior, active in my local HEMA group. Any questions please ask, I\'m happy to help.

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*9260 Spring Steel Swords |Usage: Martial Arts, Cutting

Considered to be a very good material for swords. 9260 silicon alloy spring steel that is known for its outstanding resilience and durability. Here\'s why it\'s well-suited for swords:

Flexibility: One of the key characteristics of 9260 steel is its high flexibility. This steel can bend significantly and return to its original shape, which is an excellent property for a sword that may be subjected to heavy use.

Toughness: The addition of silicon increases the shock absorption ability of the steel. This makes swords made from 9260 steel less likely to break or crack under stress.

Edge Retention: While not as hard as the highest carbon steels like 1095, 9260 can still be hardened to hold a good edge, suitable for cutting exercises in martial arts.

Resistance to Fatigue: 9260 steel\'s resistance to bending and fatigue also makes it ideal for repetitive training exercises and cutting practices.

Swords made from 9260 steel are particularly popular among practitioners of Japanese martial arts, but they are also well-regarded in other sword communities. This steel is often used for katanas, but it\'s also suitable for other types of swords that require a balance of toughness, and the ability to withstand bending and shock. However, like other high-carbon steels, it requires regular maintenance to prevent rust and corrosion.