I want to compete. Will this mask (which I already have) stand up to the punch test?? In short, will I be able to compete with this (since I'm asking this, its fair to assume that I'm not fencing internationally) PS. I fence foil in the US
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It should be legal for competition. I fence in the SCA, which has more demanding standards, and this mask passes. 3 weapons means it should pass for foil, epee and sabre.
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"whats it made?" Great question frank! The material is a type of plastic. Strong enough to stop multiple point blank plastic BB rounds. The highest FPS I gauged and fired at the eye sockets was around 330 fps. Each mask is different. There is no set standard, for knowing all the different conditions/materials, in which these masks are being produced from Chinese sweat shops. Each mask you own, should be tested by you, to ensure its safety before being used in any opfor games. Any one who says airsoft is not dangerous, has not had a BB penetrate their body yet. Try not to loose an eye and remember this game sucks without personal integrity. You will be happy with the mask considering the price. If you like to customize your equipment, you can magyver this mask to be great for a low cost depending on your local junk drawer. stay blessed
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After about 2-3 years I finally replaced the foil. I did not notice any difference! In fact I later discovered that I had bought a replacement foil a year before and had put it away! I think the right answer is that it depends on how tough and wiry your beard is.
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I've found that it's good for impacts, I bought mine for protection from bokken strikes and it's great for that. It could probably save you from a few slashes but it would get shredded. Stabing could be problematic, the seems between the pads are tough but I think a fixed blade or a double edged blade would penetrate it. To be clear I have only taken blunt object strikes in mine. The only body armor I KNOW will stop blades is chainmail and Dragonscale.
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Contact <moultrie. com> and they can tell you for sure. I know they have introduced new security boxes in the last year. I actually got mine 1 year ago. Please contact they for current matches.
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I have to say that for me this has been the best mouth piece I've used. I've done a lot of sparring and this mouth piece stayed in place...I could breathe, never lost a tooth and I think it really did absorb some of the impact. Title Boxing discontinued selling this and I bought something else off their site. I used the other mouth piece and sparred and I got my jaw tweaked...lasted for about a week. I never had that problem with the Shock Doctor. So I found them here on amazon and ordered two of the red ones. I think the price is high and should come down, don't get me wrong. But this mouth piece WORKS for me!
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The Quality is Rather true. I'd Say It's far more fun to train with due to the hand guard and the design. i've had quite the time while traing with these. i would recommend getting some hard gloves while using these polypropylene swords.
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Hey There, Just experimented. I was not able to punch more than 3 at a time. That was a squeeze, and I imagine it would dull the edges of your punch quicker, which would be noticeable on your paper edges over time. I'd say 2 comfortably, 3 with a tad more effort. Hope this helps. Oh, I also took a greeting card and folded it in half and was able to punch two from it. Aluminum foil for sharpening if you didn't already know. Layer some pieces, and punch to sharpen.
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I bought a new mask frame and it now fits. It probably was time for an upgrade, although my old frame had nothing structurally or operationally wrong with it. My only complaint wasn't really about the product, but its display on the site. I just needed a little more information before I ordered. If you still want the flap number (on the new one or old one?), I can provide that later.
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If you mean face mask it is very strong. You might want too find something more mild or do a patch test.
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I couldn't answer this set of questions with hands on experience. I like to get into my work, that is have full range of movement and let the dust fly!! ( a good mask is all ya need) but then the name of my shop is " ruff-cut wood and metal" that says it all!!!
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If you are not already rough with your hands, then your grip strength doesnt actually matter IMO. you must toughen up your hands. These things are metal and cut in a diamond texture like a weight bar. You should really get a Trainer model if you don't already have somewhat beatup hands. Even if it proves to be easy to compress, you can always slow down the rep to improve effectiveness until you pick up the #1.
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i have no idea .... the fencing i purchased is doing very well ... am pleased with my purchase.
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I have a Cuttlebug and just tested it, and am sorry to say I did not get great results in the Cuttlebug. The foil is pretty thick, so although it looked beautifully embossed, it did not cut cleanly through all the edges. I didn't try any extra shims, but ran it through forward and backward for that test.
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Yes, Yes this mask stands up to Rapier. Althought is your very serious about Rapier I would suggest getting a stainless steel mask from Darksword or Zen, just learning don't know how serious your going to be then this mask fits the bill.
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The sword I purchased is nice quality. The blade came semi-sharp, I sharpened it and it took a nice edge. I notice no wear or loss of integrity after using it for cuts. The tang (full) is still pretty sturdy, looks well made to me. If your's is not of the same quality I would contact them about it.
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The filter might but the mask WILL NOT. It's a partial face mask. I would not expose myself with anything less than a Full coverage mask - because I am inexperienced in biological isolation techniques and practices. All you people out there who are panicking and thinking that you should be buying this stuff, you are wasting your time without proper instruction in how to utilize and maintain your equipment. Improper, inadequate, or non-existent training is as good as no mask at all.