DISCOVER YOUR INNER WARRIOR

A Full Weekend of Langes Messer

Join us for a two-day celebration of Langes Messer fencing, competition, and community. Saturday features our dedicated Langes Messer tournament with separate Beginner and Open divisions, giving fencers a chance to test their skills in a competitive but welcoming environment. Between matches, connect with other HEMA practitioners, meet fencers from across the region, and enjoy a full day centered around one of HEMA’s most distinctive weapons.

On Sunday, the weekend continues at our training facility with a dedicated Langes Messer seminar, giving participants the opportunity to train together, explore technique in greater depth, and turn the competition weekend into a shared learning experience.

Come to compete, stay to fence, learn, and spend the weekend with the Messer community.

The Langes Messer is a remarkably versatile weapon—capable of powerful cuts, fast defensive actions, close-range grappling, disarms, and even using the hilt itself as a weapon.

In this seminar, Steaphen Fick will use the Langes Messer as our primary tool for exploring the fundamentals of fighting with a one-handed cutting sword. Rather than focusing on the plays of a single historical manuscript, we'll look at the broader fighting concepts that make these weapons work and how those ideas can be applied against a resisting opponent.

We'll explore how to attack while remaining protected, defend and immediately return with a cut, control the opponent's weapon, and safely protect both the hands and body from counter-cuts. As the distance closes, we'll also work with some of the elements that make historical Messer fencing so distinctive: grappling, disarms, weapon control, and using the pommel and hilt at close range.

The Rein-Federschwert (Pure Feather Sword) is the perfect longsword training tool for both the beginner and experienced practitioner. It is balanced well, durable, and can compete with many of the most popular feder brands being used in HEMA tournaments today. It’s grip length makes it suitable for multiple glove sizes, including bulky clamshells, and features a blade that is sparring-safe flexible for use at clubs and events alike.

Don’t let the price fool you, this sword punches way above it’s cost. The Reinfeder features a peened, faceted scent-stopper pommel that fits comfortable in gloved or bare hands, and deep fullers on each side of the blade that gives it an outstanding balance and an attractive aesthetic. The nylon cord-wrap that encases the hilt is grippy enough for your hands to not slip but won’t wear bare hands raw.

SHIPPED FROM THE USA!

In medieval times, the only thing more important than winning a duel with swords was looking good doing it! Contrary to what we might think about medieval people, they put a great emphasis on wearing their status through fashion. From big hats, wide poofy pants, to decorated weapons, what you wore said a lot about you especially as a fighting person. Show everyone how dedicated you are to following the ancient medieval tradition of peacocking by wearing our super-soft 100% cotton statement tee!

Embrace the essence of resilience with our exclusive God of Death tee. It’s the perfect statement piece to remind yourself that even when the odds tell you it’s your time to go, you stare them down and reply “Not Today”. Be smugly undefeatable in this super-soft 100% cotton shirt.

The Mordhau (murderstroke) is a technique described in medieval sword manuals as flipping a sword around and striking an opponent with the pommel. This shirt is a playful nod to the legendary "Mordhau" technique that captures the essence of medieval humor. Whether you're a history enthusiast or just someone who appreciates a good pun, our Mordbonk tee is sure to be a hit. Get some laughs in comfort with this super-soft, 100% cotton statement tee!

Welcome to the exclusive Big Knife Club – where the blades are as mighty as the camaraderie! Unleash your inner medieval maestro with our epic Messer Sword-inspired tee, a tribute to those who wield big blades with finesse and flair. Get ready to make a statement as bold as your favorite blade, all while basking in the cozy glory of our super-soft 100% cotton masterpiece!

Wear it with pride and let the world know that you belong to a fellowship that spans centuries: the "Big Knife Club," where tradition meets contemporary style.