July 1, 2011
LATEST NEWS: You can now order all your dagger fencing equipment at Physical Chess!
The dagger weapon was designed specifically to use in tandem with an épée weapon and follows much of the Olympic style épée rules with a unique exception; the ability move about a square or circular piste with non-tethered scoring equipment.
“The introduction of the Dagger weapon is just the first step toward creating a revolutionary new sport,” says David Falcon, chairman and founder of the Dagger Fencing Association who is a recreational fencer and product developer for Inveton, LLC. “Our vision is to revive the ancient practice of two weapon fencing worldwide and promote this new sport as a future Olympic event.”
The dagger is 66 cm in length from tip to pommel and features a flexible wired blade with a standard saber guard and épée tip. The electric body cord fits into standard épée weapons and scoring equipment. An unwired practice dagger blade is also available for practice and Renaissance re-enactments. To purchase Dagger Weapons or equipment go to the Physical Chess website and search, "dagger fencing."
“Dagger Fencing is meant to be a fun anaerobic sport” says Falcon. “The goal is to combine intense mental and physical skill with the hallmarks of integrity and sportsmanship.”
For more information go to the official DFA website at www.daggerfencing.com
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