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The basic uniform consists of the following items...

Jacket, Plastron (under arm protector), Mask and Glove (women/girls are also required to wear a hard plastic chest protector). If you intend to compete in USFA sanctioned competitions, you will also need Knickers (fencing pants) and Socks

Épée Body Cord

Electric Épée Weapon

Foil

Foil Lamé

Foil/Sabre Body Cord

Electric Foil Weapon

Sabre

Sabre Lamé

Sabre Glove or Gauntlet

Sabre Mask

Foil/Sabre Body Cord

Sabre Head/Mask Cord

Electric Sabre Weapon

Shoes

Although shoes designed specifically for fencing are available, athletic shoes such as running or tennis shoes are perfectly suitable. The main consideration should be comfort.

Hard Plastic Chest Protector

This is required for fencers of the female gender. A chest protector can also provide a higher level of comfort for the male fencer.

Hard Cup Athletic Supporter/Shield

Another highly recommended addition to the fencing uniform.

Equipment Bag

They range from small to very large. The more weapon categories you want to fence, the larger the bag you will need.