Feders
Pick one from our catalog or build your own. You dream it, we make it.
What is a feder or federschwert?
Even in the medieval times, the need for a safe longsword simulator arose, which bought the historical practice sword or “federschwert” to life. The archaic feder, resembles a longsword only crudely, but the handling characteristics are almost the same, while it is flexible, unsharpened, has no piercing tip and protects the fingers with the so-called “schilt”.
As it wasn’t considered a real weapon in medieval law, citizens were allowed to keep and use it. According to Wassmanssdorf (in the end of the 19. century), the original name for this tool was Paratschwert (parade sword) and the name “feder” was given by later generations.
Standard Feder
We have over 12 years of experience behind our “Standard Feder.” Widely used at HEMA events and clubs worldwide, this model offers the perfect size and optimal balance. It excels in the bind and remains light on the wrist for precision work, making it ideal for practicing any tradition.
Custom Feders
Various forms and characteristics. Build your own feder from a vast variety of custom parts and customize it to perfectly match your style and gear. We recommend this product to those fencers or clubs whose knowledge is a bit more mature and who know exactly what they are looking for.
Tulip Feders
As fellow fencers and craftsmen we poured our past 15 years experience to bring you this federschwert. The only thing that tops the exceptional agility and point control of this feder is it’s beauty. Available in two versions, “Simple” & “Maestro”.
Trnava Feders
Based on Anton Kohutovič request from Gesellschaft Liechtenauers. Robust build, parallel edges, perfect control. These are the properties of a “Trnava” feder.
Short Feder
Based on Eliisa Keskinen’s request. This “Short feder” allows you to practice those longsword traditions which require a shorter blade.
Replica Feders
These “paratschwerts” are based on original museum findings and exhibits. They all represent a piece from the past, a piece from European history.
