Handles & Grips

In fencing, the method of securing the blade to the handle varies depending on the type of grip. French grip weapons are secured with a pommel, while pistol grip weapons are secured with a nut.

At Leon Paul we have a wide variety of grips that will match your style and preference. We have a range of grips made from different materials such as titanium or aluminum.

Pistol Grips

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The pistol grip is the most common type of grip used in fencing. As the design is molded to the hand of the fencer, allowing for maximum control and precision. It consists of a cylindrical shape with a vertical flat surface at the top, which is held by the fingers and thumb of the fencer. The grip is designed to provide maximum control and precisions, allowing the fencer to easily manipulate the blade and make quick, accurate movements. All our pistol grips are suitable with LP short tang blades.

Belgium Grips

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The Belgium grip is similar in shape to the pistol grip, but it has a slightly longer and slimmer shape, with a rounded top. The Belgian grip is named after the Belgian fencer, Albert DeRudder, who invented the grip in the 1920s. It is designed to provide a more comfortable grip for the fencer, particularly for those with larger hands. The Belgian grip is used primarily in foil and epee fencing.

French Grips

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The French grip is a traditional grip that was used in fencing before the pistol grip became popular. It is characterized by a straight, narrow handle that is held with the fingers, rather than the palm of the hand. The French grip is shorter than the pistol grip, which allows the fencer to use a wider range of blade movements and techniques. The grip is particularly useful for parrying attacks and making quick, subtle movements. The French grip is used primarily in foil, epee and sabre fencing.

French grips are a straight piece that ends with a pommel.

The French handle is fitted on to a long tang blade and this pistol grip handle is fitted on to the short tang blade, see info on blades for more detail.