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The epee is the largest of the three fencing weapons. Similar to a foil, an epee is a thrusting weapon. However, it is stiffer and has a triangular cross section. | The epee is the largest of the three fencing weapons. Similar to a foil, an epee is a thrusting weapon. However, it is stiffer and has a triangular cross section. | ||
When fencing epee, the entire body is a target area, unlike the other two weapons which are restricted to above the waist. | When fencing epee, the entire body is a target area, unlike the other two weapons which are restricted to above the waist. | ||
There is no system of right-of-way, so points are rewarded based solely on who makes a touch first. Double-touches are also allowed. | |||
Revision as of 00:52, 15 January 2025
The epee is the largest of the three fencing weapons. Similar to a foil, an epee is a thrusting weapon. However, it is stiffer and has a triangular cross section. When fencing epee, the entire body is a target area, unlike the other two weapons which are restricted to above the waist. There is no system of right-of-way, so points are rewarded based solely on who makes a touch first. Double-touches are also allowed.