Tags

These are the informational tags for all of the different kinds of boffers I’ve taken down to Great Prospects to put on display. The information appears on the inside-left of the tag, and the release of liability appears on the right. The text here appears exactly as on the tags, unless otherwise noted (incase of revision).

Release of Liability

Boffer is a great activity for learning sportsmanship (both individually and as a group), honor and maybe a little history to boot; it’s also great exercise. It’s a sport, a game, and a martial art all rolled into one. All of these activities should be challenging and fun. Likewise, the “sword” is a piece of sports equipment, and quite safe if used properly. However, like any other sports equipment, boffer swords can be miss-used causing someone to be hurt. It is very important that one is careful, honorable, and IN CONTROL AT ALL TIMES when using them. I refuse to take responsibility if someone is injured because of how they misused my product.

By purchasing the boffer, you have agreed to abide by this statement and take responsibility for any injury/damage that occurs due to improper use.

~ Above all, have fun and be safe! ~

Informational Tags

Single Hand Sword: $7.99

This boffer is a replica of a single-handed long sword, popular throughout Europe in the Middle Ages. Generally it was wielded with one (the dominant) hand and sometimes with a shield or a dagger in the other hand. It was meant to be relatively light, maneuverable, and multi-functional, making it the most popular weapon of anyone of rank.

There are two edges on the blade, marked with colored tape. This sword is made to SCA rules; the core has end caps on both ends and is covered with fiber-tape under the padding. There are thrusting tips on the blade-end and the pommel for safety.

Hand and a Half Sword: $11.99

This boffer is a replica of a hand and a half sword, popular throughout Europe in the Middle Ages. It was made just light enough to be used by one hand by most knights, but also had a hilt that could barely fit two hands for those power strokes. It could be used with a shield or a dagger, but generally the off-hand was kept free so that it could grasp the hilt if need be. This model rivaled the single-handed sword for popularity and functionality.

There are two edges on the blade, marked with colored tape. This sword is made to SCA rules; the core has end caps on both ends and is covered with fiber-tape under the padding. There are thrusting tips on the blade-end and the pommel for safety.

Early Flanged Mace: $7.99

This boffer is a replica of a flanged mace that was popular in the 13^th and 14^th centuries. These were used most often by common foot soldiers and were very effective against both heavily armored and lightly armored opponents.

Maces are classified as “mass weapons” and usually have special rules. There are no edges, but the “head” is marked by tape on each of the five lobes. Both ends are covered with padding for safety, but neither is built for thrusting.