Here is information I've gathered from the internet. My comments on sites are in italics. Other text comes directly from the actual web sites themselves. I've copied some price information if it was available, for making comparisons. Of course, the prices may change at any time.

First I've listed fencing equipment suppliers, emphasizing those that carry schlager blades. Next comes sources for real, realistic or reproduction swords, then armour or other suppliers that we SCA people might be interested in.

162 W. Pine St.

Mt. Airy, NC 27030

(910) 786-5294

M.A.S. Weapons carries a complete line of practice fencing blades for use in both traditional fencing and renaissance re-enactment groups. Be sure to check our online catalog for our regular products, and see our specials page for the current sales and special limited offers

They're Here! The 37 1/2" Schlaeggers and the Black Tulip Daggers are here! See the Online Catalog under "Fencing Blades" or call (918) 835-0467

 Shipping cost is 10% of order on orders under $100, and 7% on orders of $100 to $300.

Welcome to the WWW Scottie Armory Catalog! This catalog gives the current prices for Master Malcom's exquisite line of Weapons and Apparel. A number of the items in this list have further descriptions and pictures associated with them, which you can reach by clicking on the highlighted item names.

Scotties is now offering a %5 discount to all card bearing members of medieval recreation groups (like the SCA)!

Live Steel Swords and Daggers Designed for Re-enactment ,  "Battle Ready" Swords & Daggers

http://www.swords-n-stuff.com/lst_rapr.html

SCA-8 Schlaeger Steel Cup $160

"About the schlaeger - Developed by France Lames for SCA combat and stage combat, the oval cross-section blade has the look, feel and "clang" of 18th century rapier blades. The schlaeger has a rounded tip for safety and is more durable than the sport fencing blades."

email: theforgery@aol.com

Student hilt: Excellent for the student This hilt is ideal for the beginner. Light and quick, fitted with a Schlager blade. $200.00

MODERN FENCING WEAPONS

Made by France-Lames, the world's Largest supplier of fencing equipment, these weapons are used by fencers worldwide. Blades are superbly tempered high-carbon spring steel, forged under the strictest standards of quality control to meet international fencing regulations. The handles are molded rubber, available in both right and left hand models. The guards are aluminum and pommels are plated steel, weighted for exact balance.

http://tsb.inet-images.com/brubakers/foil48.htm

 Star Knives

1 (800) 745 6433

Star Knives is a full-service wholesaler of cutlery and accessories. We have extensive stocks of Fantasy Knives, Sports and Hunting Knives, Diving Knives, Folding & Pocket Knives, Novelty Knives, Swords and Accessories to meet all of your needs

Fencing Swords and Medieval Reproductions

Fencing Weapons

These fencing weapons are used world wide. The blades are of high-carbon, spring steel, the handle is molded rubber, the guards are aluminum and the pommel is constructed of plated steel.

Darkwood ArmoryCatalog of reproduction arms and armor for the recreationist.

The following guards are meant to be mounted primarily with the practice Schlager blade. They have openings that may allow smaller, less robust blades to be trapped and broken. We have schlager blades available in 35, 37, 40 and 45 inches. These hilts styles are basically the same that would be used in mounting the double canelure blade as well as the heavy rapier blade. Please let us know what you wish to mount so that we may prepare the hilt properly for that blade. If you would like us to fit one of these blades for you, the additional cost for the complete weapon is shown below:

#S1 3 Ring Swept:The three ring swept, with its classic three bar sweeps on its inner guard, make it one of the most sought after pieces in any collection. It can be dated from ca. 1585 to well into the 17th century. Guard:$85Sword:$185

#S2 2 Ring Swept:This guard is the classic swept hilt rapier found throughout Europe from ca. 1550 and not falling out of style until the late 17th century.

#S3 2 Post Guard: One of the earliest hilts in the collection, this guard was used equally as long as either ring hilt. The inner guard has two bar sweeps that connect to the lower quillion, putting all the protection to the front of the quillion block.Guard:$85Sword:$185

#S4 2 Port-Cross:This guard, with its large and small ports as well as its X inner guard, sets it apart as a much earlier style hilt. Although an old style it is still in use in France as late as 1600. Guard:$85Sword:$185

#S5 Closed Port Swept:When a little more protection was necessary for the hand this hilt was developed. AVB Norman shows several of this type of hilt mostly early 1600's but seen in portraits from much earlier. The small port is filled with a pierced plate, and the outer guard wraps farther around the hand, giving more protection.Guard:$95Sword:$195

#S6 Pappenheimer: Made famous by a Dutch general during the Thirty Years War (1618-1648), the Pappenheimer is a frontally symmetrical hilt with two supported lobes that have been pierced. It offers good protection for your hand as well as a period lowlands look. This hilt will also serve mounted with an epee as noted later.Guard:$95Sword:$185

#S7 Shell hilt: Around 1610 it became fashionable to fill the rings of a rapier with large fluted shells. This hilt is a form of what is usually called a Pappenheimer. The shells that half fill the rings of this frontally symmetric hilt lend it an elegance as well as providing protection for the hand. Guard:$95Sword:$185 This hilt is also available mounted with an epee - see the section ahead.

#S8 Case of Rapiers: This is actually two swords made to fit into one sheath. Because of this, each has an inner guard that is limited to two posts. They are made to nest together, and as such are almost flat on one side. One side (usually the left) has smaller arms to accommodate the nesting of the two blades.A special scabbard can be made for these two swords. add $10 to the price of the scabbard style you want. Guards:$170Swords:$370

Please call and confirm availability. Both rapier blades are 1" wide, about 38" long, and slowly taper to the tip. The edges are hand ground to a varying degree of sharpness depending upon what is ordered. Mailed sharp or blunt, as you wish.

http://www.santelli.com/index.html

Located in New York. Address and phone number not seen (yet) on their web site.

URL shows as www.thefencingpost.com, but I was unable to connect. Therefore no address or phone number listed here yet.

The online catalog and information site for an international Fencing Equipment supplier. Supplier for the 1996 United States Fencing team.

 I have purchased fencing equipment more than once from Blade. They have good prices, but they don't seem to have schlager blades.

 Fritz's (Fritz on fending, http://members.aol.com/BookKritik/fencing.html#Web Links) comments on Blade:

 Fritz's (Fritz on fending, http://members.aol.com/BookKritik/fencing.html#Web Links) comments on Zivkovic:

An interesting line of equipment, especially the very colorful masks which replace the wire mesh in front of the eyes with a superstrength acrylic for an unobstructed view. Prices were a little steep. I called for a price list, which I was promised, but never received. I would love to hear what experinces people have had with Zivkovic equipment, especially the masks.

Zivkovic Modern Fencing Equipment

77 Arnold Road

Wellesley Hills, MA 02181

TEL: (617) 235-3324 

WKC is an old, old cutlery firm in Solingen, Germany. Some of the swords in my collection have WKC blades. And I have seen but not used a couple of their practice schlager blades, which our Marshall of Fence brought back from the 1998 Pennsic War. I want a pair of them for myself! I just have to find a dealer. I requested dealer names but have received no reply from WKC. The ones I saw came from Triplette [above] and I believe they are also available from American Fencer's Supply [also above].

The Oella Mill-

40 Oella Avenue

Ellicott CIty, MD 21043

410-366-2800

www.baltimoreknife.com

kerry@baltimoreknife.com

Handcrafted knives, swords, armour, & Jewelry in Viking to 17th Century styles

If you ever are interested in handmade rapier blades let me know... Diamond ground rapier blades 35 1/2" of blade (I'll give you any ricasso you like) would run $100.00 I will repair or replace any blade (this includes broadsword) at no charge if broken. all blades are made in house --- no imports --- please feel free to email with any questions .

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www.realswords.com/swords.html Unfortunately, this link tested bad on January 16, 1999.

Welcome to Realswords.com. Soon to be the Web's number one source for REAL SWORDS

Circean's/Realswords.com's primary collection is manufactured by the Internationally renowned American Fencing Master and Fight Director/Choreographer Mr. Oscar F. Kolombatovich. The name Kolombatovich has surrounded the sword business for nearly four decades and fosters respect whenever mentioned in that industry

No fencing swords found on their on-line catalog, and only a few reproduction swords.

Custom Bladed Weapons & Ironwork

We make period swords and daggers to order

All Items are hand forged, using the time-honored methods of forge, anvil and hammer. These are simply the best made!

The shop address is Mile Post 33 / Highway 72, Bouse, Arizona

More edged weapon replicas than anybody else! Meticulously copied from originals in museums and private collections. High carbon steel blades are fully tempered and have the proper weight and balance for true battle-worthiness. Excellent Prices. All accessories available for recreating period outfits.

SCA Arms 

http://www.christianfletcher.com/SCAArms.html

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