Marozzo Sidesword Op.II

Marozzo Sidesword: The Bolognese Grace The Marozzo Sidesword for Bolognese Fencing captures the essence and elegance of the Renaissance Spada da Lato Italiana. Named after Maestro Achille Marozzo Bolognese, it combines the design of 16th century museum artifacts and the models illustrated in his Opera Nova chiamata Duello (1536) which, along with Maestro Antonio Manciolino work, define the fundamentals of Bolognese fencing style. You must never attack without defending, nor defend without attacking, and if you do this you shall not fail. – Maestro Achille Marozzo Whether you’re cutting with precision or controlling the crossing of blades, the Marozzo Sidesword adapts to your fencing style with historically faithful proportions, a responsive feel, and versatile protection options—thanks to the presence or absence of the knuckle bow. Our latest redesign focuses on a full revamp of the crossguard – from the concave port to the fishtail ends – adding elegance and balance, advancing our universal Modular Sword System™ goal. The guard is heat-treated and it includes now a knuckle-bow to suit all HEMA gloves. Depending on the size of your hands or the type of glove, you can choose to have the Marozzo with or without the knuckle-bow. Additionally, resting your finger on the quillon block is exceptionally comfortable, and the squared blocks on the finger rings add a touch of elegance. FEATURES: Light and responsive: Around 1.1 kilograms, ideal for Bolognese fencing techniques. Heat-treated crossguard and blade: Ensures resilience and longevity. Two pommel styles: Choose the fig for thrusting or the disc for stronger cuts. Diamond wide blade: Offers superior control in binding and fluid cutting motion. With or without knuckle bow: Your hand and wrist remain comfortable, regardless of glove type. Comfortable ricasso: Rounded ricasso enhances grip comfort. Blunt edges, high flexibility and thickened tip: Prioritizes safety in HEMA training and competition. Historical design: Modeled after period artifacts and swords depicted in Marozzo’s Opera Nova. Elevate your historical fencing practice with the Marozzo Sidesword, a refined and reliable choice for those who want to perfect their skills in the Bolognese school—whether wielding a buckler, targa, parrying dagger, cape, or a case of swords. TECHNICAL STATS Config. 1: Fig pommel, small port, wide blade Config. 2: Convex disc pommel, small port, wide blade Config. 3: Fig pommel, knuckle-bow, small port, wide blade Config. 4: Convex disc pommel, knuckle-bow, small port, wide blade Period: 16th century Blade Typology: Diamond wide blade with thick, rounded ricasso Cross: Curved with finger rings and one small port Overall Length: 99-104-109 cm (depending on the three blade lengths available) Max Blade Width: 3 cm Cross Width:  25 cm Grip Length: 8 cm (pommel not included) PoB: 10,5 – 11,5 cm from cross (depending on the configuration) Edge Thickness: 2 – 1,5 mm Weight: 1070 – 1130 gr. ±30 gr. (depending on the configuration) Tip: Thickened Hardening: 50 HRC Flexibility: 6-9 kg | High Flex LEAD TIME 5 months IMPORTANT NOTICE Handmade Character: Variations between items of the same type, asymmetries, edge misalignments, slight variations in static and dynamic parameters, and in grip color are inherent to the handmade production process. Image Disclaimer: Product images are for reference only; actual appearance may vary due to differences in screen settings and display characteristics like resolution and color accuracy. Warranty Notice: These variations do not affect the functionality of the sword and are not considered imperfections or grounds for warranty claims. CARE TIPS Blade and Hilt Maintenance: After use, always clean the blade, pommel, and crossguard with oils like Gunex or WD40. Grip Care: Avoid applying oil to a cord grip. Instead, gently clean it by rubbing with a cloth soaked in a mixture of baking soda and vinegar. Leather Grip Care: Keep your leather grip nourished with leather oil or grease, but remember— protective products will darken the shade over time. Rust Prevention: Promptly address any rust, as it can penetrate beneath the surface of the steel, causing damage. Storage Guidelines: Store your sword in a dry environment and away from damp gear. Damage Prevention: Always round nicks or dents with a flat file to prevent breakages.