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1912 Sabre – A Modern Tribute to Italian Sabre Legacy
The 1912 Sabre is a faithful interpretation of early 20th-century Italian fencing sabres, meticulously reconstructed from original artifacts and fencing treatises. The blade is directly inspired by a Radaelli-style curved blade we personally measured, paired with a historical Pecoraro hilt we acquired and studied in detail. Directly referencing Italian fencing traditions from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, the 1912 Sabre is shaped to reflect the fencing philosophy of masters such as Pecoraro, Pessina, Radaelli, Masiello, and Barbasetti. It follows the proportions of museum originals, yet has been fine-tuned to ensure optimal weight distribution, durability and control.
Alongside the historically accurate curved blade, the 1912 Sabre is also available with the Gymnasium blade: a straight, lightweight, and performance-oriented option designed for modern training and competition. This configuration offers a faster, more nimble response while preserving the balance and handling characteristics expected from an Italian sabre-inspired weapon.
The 1912 Sabre incorporates our Modular Sword System™, so it’s fully dismountable. While the original design has been respected with obsessive attention—down to the curvature, cross-section, and hilt architecture—we infused it with just enough of our signature Malleus Martialis approach to deliver a tool that performs as impressively as it looks.
FEATURES:
- Heat-treated crossguard and blade
- Blade options:
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Curved Light Blade: inspired by Radaelli originals, offering superior control in binding and fluid cutting motion
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Gymnasium Blade: straight, light, and agile, optimized for speed, precision, and modern fencing practice
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- Wide winged guard: Enhanced deflection and glove space.
- Rounded quillon block: Premium comfort and grip for finger placement.
- Lobed ergonomic grip: Ensures a secure and comfortable hold.
- Blunt edges, high flexibility and thickened tip: Prioritizes safety in HEMA training and competition.
- Historical design with modern upgrades: Reconstructed from original sabres and manuals, designed specifically for Martial Arts and Historical Fencing.
The 1912 Sabre is a modern athlete’s tool born from historical research. Its light weight, balance, and attention to authentic detailing make it the ideal choice for competitive sabre fencing, reenactment, or historically informed martial arts practice.

