Fencing Marshals' Handbook

January 2024 version

Current Society Fencing Marshals' Handbook PDF - Jan 2024 (sca.org)

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1. Introduction
2. General Information
3. Conventions
4. Categories of Fencing
5. Types of Fencing Combat
6. Descriptions of Weapons and Defensive Objects
7. Use of Weapons and Defensive Objects
8. Acknowledgement of Blows
9. Armor Requirements
10. Marshaling
11. Adverse Events
12. Use of Weapons, Styles, and Armor Requirements Outside of These Rules

Appendices:

1. Glossary
2. Inspecting a Combatant's Arms and Armor
3. Testing Methods for Penetration Resistant Armor
4. Marshaling Fencing
5. Authorization
6. Procedure for Experimental Programs
7. Adverse Events Reports