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Fencing is an art with a long history and with its roots fixed in the tradition of chivalry.
The swords that we use in today's sport have
evolved from those of ancient weapons. The Foil
is the modern version of the duelling rapier
while the Epee descends from the duelling sword.
Further to this the basic movements and many
of the fencing terms employed today (see terminology)
have been in use for centuries by generations
of fencers.
In today's modern fencing there are two types
of fencing equipment. There are electric fencing
equipment used mainly in tournaments and what
is termed "Steam" or "Dry", as they use no electricity,
fencing equipment.
Competition Equipment
At a fencing competition or Tournament you
will find and elaborate array of electronics.
Bouts are help on a piste, A Piste can be laid
on the floor or a platform or at it's simplist
can be marked on the floor with tape.
Scoring and timing equipment is also linked
up to assit the referrees in awarding points
or "hits" and to keep track of time.
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