Warranty and Conditions

Conditions of use

Our nylon and blunt steel simulators are designed for historical fencing (HEMA), which recreates actions from a duel with sharp weapons. They are made for intensive training with controlled cuts and thrusts. Wear suitable protection in training and competition. Do not use a simulator as a club or strike repeatedly with extreme or uncontrolled force.

Use nylon blades only against other nylon blades. Before training, check that guards and other metal parts are smooth and rounded. Sharp edges, notches and burrs on steel can damage a synthetic blade.

Care and storage

• Guard, pommel and other steel parts: keep them away from water, dry them if they get wet and apply protective oil regularly. Avoid touching them with bare hands after cleaning. Nylon simulators also contain metal parts that can rust.
• Position and temperature: store the simulator straight, with no weight on it, in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Leaving it bent, under weight, or in heat or humidity for extended periods may deform it.
• Extended storage: nylon absorbs moisture over time. Store the simulator dry and wrap it in plastic film to limit exposure to moisture.

Warranty, damage and wear

Following the instructions for use and care helps prevent damage that may fall outside the workshop warranty. We review each case to distinguish normal wear from a possible defect.

Damage from misuse

The warranty does not cover damage caused by misuse, including extreme or uncontrolled blows, using a synthetic blade against a steel blade, or striking sharp metal edges, notches or burrs.

Damage from inadequate care

Rust caused by lack of care and deformation caused by bent storage, weight, heat or humidity are not manufacturing defects.

Notches and grooves

Small marks that develop on the blade during regular practice are normal wear.

Slight guard deformation

The guard can bend slightly under a heavy blow to absorb part of the impact and reduce the force transferred to the blade. Slight deformation from normal use is not in itself a defect. If the guard bends, contact the workshop before straightening or using it again.

Grip cord and guard caps

Grip cord and the protective caps on the ends of the guard are consumables. Normal wear is outside the workshop warranty.

Legal warranty and shipping costs

These use and wear conditions do not limit your statutory warranty rights. Where repair or replacement is due for a lack of conformity, both the service and the necessary shipping are free of charge.

If the damage is due to misuse, we will give you a quote before proceeding. If you accept it, you will pay shipping and the agreed cost of repair or replacement.

How to report a problem

Send us your order reference, the model, a description of the problem and photographs of the affected area. We will explain the next steps.