{"product_id":"unic-arrow-fie-epee-blade-unic-point","title":"Unic - Arrow FIE Epee Blade - Unic Point","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .spec-section {\n    margin-bottom: 20px;\n  }\n  .spec-title {\n    text-align: left;\n    margin: 0 0 10px 0;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n  }\n  .specs {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: repeat(4, 1fr);\n    gap: 20px;\n    background: #f0f0f0;\n    padding: 20px;\n    border-radius: 6px;\n    text-align: center;\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 900px) {\n    .specs {\n      grid-template-columns: repeat(2, 1fr);\n    }\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width: 500px) {\n    .specs {\n      grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n    }\n  }\n \n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eExperience the performance of a Unic blade in its certified FIE version.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe evolution of the standard blade, the Unic FIE blade, is ideal for advanced fencers or those aiming to compete internationally. Fully assembled in Unic’s workshops, it comes fitted with a Unic tip (compatible with Allstar parts).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eMade from Maraging alloy, it delivers enhanced durability, improved strength, and greater resistance to corrosion, making it perfectly suited for intensive use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"spec-title\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFIE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoint type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUnic\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e175 g\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalance point\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e63.5 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBending Force\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eComing soon\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexing point\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1\/3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eArrow\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSilver\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"image-row\" style=\"display: flex; justify-content: center; gap: 20px; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/2245\/4547\/files\/Flexibility_c0e950a8-7291-4d17-8329-77afc9b408bc.png?v=1753992109\" alt=\"Flexibility\" style=\"width: 150px; height: 150px;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/2245\/4547\/files\/Curvature_9734db8e-48e5-4113-8ed2-11ec6257d240.png?v=1753992108\" alt=\"Curvature\" style=\"width: 150px; height: 150px;\"\u003e \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/2245\/4547\/files\/Balance_418aec9f-df59-49cb-9301-04ee5905f58b.png?v=1753992115\" alt=\"Balance\" style=\"width: 150px; height: 150px;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"192\" data-start=\"102\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"192\" data-start=\"133\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"192\" data-start=\"133\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Exact blade weight and measures may vary, as all the blades are handmade.\u003cbr\u003e-All measurements were taken with tips and wires installed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"192\" data-start=\"133\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe FIE certification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFencing blades can be divided into two categories: FIE blades and non-FIE blades. An FIE blade is certified by the International Fencing Federation (FIE) and is required for use in international competitions. These blades are made from maraging steel, which significantly increases their durability and reduces the risk of breakage, as they are more likely to bend than snap. Additionally, most FIE blades are lighter and are available in various stiffness levels to suit different fencing styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA shorter blade will be lighter and better balanced, but a longer blade will provide better reach. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome clubs and provincial federations require shorter blades for different age groups. For club requirements, please ask your coach. For rules enforced in tournaments, you can refer to our article on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/imexsport.ca\/pages\/rules-for-equipment\" title=\"Rules for Equipment\"\u003eRules for Equipment\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlades lengths are identified by a number between 0 and 5. The standard size for teenagers and adults is a size 5 blade. As a general rule of thumb, starting from the length of a standard size 5 blade, every time you go down one size, one inch is subtracted from the length of the blade. For example, a size 2 blade is approximately three inches shorter than a size 5 blade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlades stiffness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome blades are available in different stiffness levels: soft, medium, and hard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e - Hard blades offer excellent precision and are ideal for strong actions, such as parries or beat attacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e - Soft blades are less likely to break when bent and are well suited for fencers who use flick hits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e - Medium blades provide a good balance between flexibility and precision, they are both responsive and durable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that each blade is unique, and stiffness can vary from one brand to another, even if the labelled category is the same. To help you, we have measured the precise stiffness of each blade in the \"Specifications\" section of the product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDurability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven if a blade is described as durable, this does not guarantee it won’t break quickly. Some blades are better suited to specific fencing styles. If a blade doesn’t match your way of fencing, it may wear out or break more quickly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA blade’s lifespan depends on many factors: frequency of use, intensity of training, fencer’s level, training conditions, and more. As a result, it is not possible to guarantee a precise lifespan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, a combination of accidental factors can sometimes cause a blade to break very early, even after only a few uses. Unfortunately, there is no way to completely eliminate this risk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstallation and maintenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are unsure of how to install this blade, please refer to your coach or club armorer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParts of the point will eventually need to be serviced or replaced. Replacement Allstar parts can be found in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/imexsport.ca\/collections\/epee-points\" title=\"Epee Points\"\u003eEpee Points\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease refer to our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/imexsport.ca\/blogs\/equipment-selection-and-care\/maintenance-of-fencing-weapons\" title=\"Maintenance of Fencing Weapons\"\u003eMaintenance of Fencing Weapons\u003c\/a\u003e post to learn more about how to properly care for your blades and weapons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"UNIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53954512683283,"sku":"UNC-ED25","price":330.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0864\/2245\/4547\/files\/Arrow_FIE_Point-600x600.png?v=1773762959","url":"https:\/\/imexsport.ca\/products\/unic-arrow-fie-epee-blade-unic-point","provider":"Imex Sport","version":"1.0","type":"link"}