SYNTHETIC LONGSWORD

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AKADEMY SYNTHETIC LONGSWORD FOR HISTORICAL EUROPEAN MARTIAL ARTS

The two-handed sword

Do you practise Historical European Martial Arts and wish to develop your mastery of the two-handed longsword? The Akademy brand offers a high-quality synthetic long sword, designed specifically for European historical martial arts. This two-handed sword follows the great tradition of medieval combat weapons, whilst meeting modern safety and practicality requirements.

In the world of training weapons, several materials are available: wood, foam, rigid plastic and high-density polymer. The Akademy sword falls into the latter category, striking a balance between the strength of a steel weapon and the flexibility of a soft simulator. Far from being a simple, low-quality plastic sword, this simulator offers a realistic feel to help you progress effectively, whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner.

Training with a synthetic long sword (polymer) will allow you to develop authentic sensations, precise movements and a genuine sense of safety, enabling you to discover steel-bladed fencing in the best possible conditions. This synthetic long sword serves as a genuine bridge between your first experiences with the weapon and practising with a genuine steel blade.

Training with a synthetic sword

These simulators with nylon blades are designed for light combat and technical training. They are not intended for hard combat or use against hard materials. Each blade is designed to withstand the repeated impacts of training without deforming or breaking, ensuring exceptional durability. Replica intended for those aged 18 and over, equipped with all basic protective gear: reinforced gloves, fencing mask, HMB jacket, gorget and other protective gear as required.

This polymer long sword is very sturdy and semi-rigid. The base of the blade is held in place by two steel rods, ensuring excellent stability and perfect resistance to the stresses of training. The well-balanced pommel gives this sword a natural and intuitive grip, reminiscent of the proportions of genuine historical medieval weapons.

The hilt is handmade and covered in black cord: a rough-hewn look, certainly, but effective and durable! The pommel and guard complete a silhouette faithful to medieval swords inspired by chivalry. These long, two-handed HEMA training swords exude authenticity and clearly demonstrate their purpose: training! This is a special type of weapon made from hard polymer, quite different from a simple plastic recreational sword.

The sword that will help you improve

This is a fully functional training replica, ideal for solo practice and combat. Its ergonomic construction offers excellent manoeuvrability, comparable to industry benchmarks such as Rawlings products, a leading brand in the world of HEMA simulators. If you are familiar with Rawlings weapons, you will recognise the same design philosophy here: robustness, manoeuvrability and respect for historical forms. The Akademy brand, just like Rawlings, places quality and safety at the heart of its products.

Whether you’re looking for a synthetic long sword to add to your collection of training weapons — alongside a sabre, a dagger, a combat knife or even a shield — this Akademy replica will meet your expectations. It is the ideal addition to an arsenal comprising a dagger, shield and other HMB accessories, for comprehensive and varied training sessions.

The Rawlings brand is often cited as the benchmark in clubs: this Akademy synthetic simulator stands as a serious alternative for any club wishing to equip its members with a reliable and affordable synthetic long sword, in keeping with the tradition of European historical martial arts.

An HEMA simulator that will fit perfectly into the training equipment of an HEMA school, whether for a beginner discovering the sword or an advanced practitioner refining their combat technique.

Please select the Colissimo delivery method due to the size of the sword.