Blade Practice Fleche Foil Blade
5 out of 11 people found this review helpful
Summary: Basic, but good.July 14th, 2003
Of all the non-FIE dry foils I have used or had around the club, these are among the best. They are much more durable than most of the cheaper Chinese blades, and they have solid balance and handling that is very neutral and easy to use. They make great foils for beginning fencers, or for a target and training blade for them more advanced fencer.
The main draw back that I have found is that the blades rust very easy. I have not been able to keep them tarnish free for more than two weeks, even if they are just sitting around! I have also found that the threading on the tang is not friendly with some of the grip nuts I have used, but this may be the fault of the nut in question and not the blade itself.
Overall a good, solid blade that is exactly what you would expect it to be. In that respect it is an excellent value, and worthwhile over many other beginner blades.
The main draw back that I have found is that the blades rust very easy. I have not been able to keep them tarnish free for more than two weeks, even if they are just sitting around! I have also found that the threading on the tang is not friendly with some of the grip nuts I have used, but this may be the fault of the nut in question and not the blade itself.
Overall a good, solid blade that is exactly what you would expect it to be. In that respect it is an excellent value, and worthwhile over many other beginner blades.
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