New Jersey Historical Fencing Association

• We've worked with Purpleheart Armory to put together a suggested starter kit.

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Please note that the High Guard Gloves V3 are suitable for one handed weapons and for longsword, practice and drills, as well as very light sparring.  *THEY ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR FULL SPEED LONGSWORD SPARRING*

Heavy gloves are required for steel longsword.  They can be found here.  Contact us if you have additional questions.

Acceptable gloves include:

• SPES heavy gloves
•  Infinity gloves
• HF Black Knight
• Gabriel gloves
• Mitten gloves.

HEMA is an equipment-intensive sport.  

Click here for our equipment recommendations