Fencing Jacket (a general purpose, optional everyday uniform). Many colors are available.

Spada a due mani (two-handed sword)

The two-handed sword should reach from the floor to your armpit or chin. It shouls have no side rings, and a long grip.

There are blunt, steel training swords from many makers. This one is preferred, and it is from woodenswords.com.

There are also economical nylon simulators available (Blackfencer). These have the weight and feel of steel, but are less than half the cost. They are from South Coast Swords, but can also be found from other vendors if out of stock.

Spada (one-handed sword)

The one-handed sword should be fairly long (over 40" overall), with two edges, and should be equally good at cutting as well as thrusting.

There are blunt, steel training swords from many makers.

There are also economical nylon simulators available (Blackfencer). These have the weight and feel of steel.

Held in one hand, this small shield is available in several sizes, but we recommend a 12" diameter, and not to exceed 3 lbs. We use this often.

Nylon buckers are also available (Cold Steel).

Rotella (Shield)

Partisan, Spear, Pole Axe, Pole Hammer, Pike

This is a partisan, a broad-bladed spear simulator from woodenswords.com. They also supply rubber spear tips. Both fit on a 6 foot hexagonal pole (also from them). If you wish to take the spear/partisan class, we recommend getting this.

Polehammers from woodenswords.com are also highly recommended.

Cane

For canes, we recommend WOODENSWORDS.COM (Purpleheart Armory).

These are an important part of our training.