Kingston Arms Sport Federschwert Sparring Longsword
Kingston Arms Sport Federschwert Sparring Longsword
The Kingston Arms Sport Federschwert is a light, fast, affordable sparring longsword built for HEMA clubs, beginners, and practitioners who want a reliable feder without a premium price tag.
The blade flexes through the last third for safer thrusts, while staying stiff through the bind for control in the exchange. The tip carries a slight flare in thickness and can be used as-is with proper protective gear, or fitted with a leather mask or plastic tip cap for added safety margin — check with your club or event organizer on tip requirements before sparring.
This blade meets the SCA standard flex test (1/2" flex under a 6 oz load), making it a suitable option for SCA-affiliated fencers as well as HEMA practitioners — though always confirm current equipment requirements with your specific SCA kingdom or local marshal before use.
Handling details that matter in the bind: a ramped thumb guard for easy thumb placement during guard transitions, and a pommel indexed to the flat of the blade so you can feel edge alignment without looking. The grip uses a wood core in a rounded rectangular cross-section, bound with a cord overwrap for a secure hold.
Built from 9260 spring steel with a wood handle core and cord wrap, and made in China. This is a club-tier feder, not a boutique or hand-forged piece — it's priced and built to be a reliable, replaceable training tool rather than a showpiece. If you're outfitting a whole club roster or want a beginner's first feder without a big investment, this is the category it's built for.
Key Features
- 9260 spring steel blade for durability under repeated sparring contact
- Flex-tip design engineered for safer thrusting
- Ramped thumb guard for smoother guard transitions
- Indexed pommel for edge-alignment feedback
- Cord-wrapped wood grip core
- Compatible with leather mask or plastic tip cap add-ons
Specifications
| Spec | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 51 1/2" |
| Blade Length | 37 1/2" |
| Handle Length | 13" |
| Weight | 3 lb 1 oz |
| Point of Balance | 3" (at schilt) |
| Width at Guard | 35mm |
| Width at Tip | 17mm |
| Thickness at Guard | 5.7mm |
| Thickness at Tip | 3.4mm |
| Blade Steel | 9260 Spring Steel |
| Handle Material | Wood w/ Cord Wrap |
| Country of Origin | China |
Specs vary slightly piece to piece, as is normal for this class of production sword.
Care & Safety Note
This feder is a training weapon, not a toy. Always spar with appropriate protective equipment (mask, gorget, gloves, jacket) and follow your club or organization's safety protocols. Inspect the blade before each use for cracks, bends, or damage to the tip.