Rawlings Sparring Longsword PR9010 - Xtreme Synthetic Series A Safe, Realistic HEMA Training Sword

The Rawlings Sparring Longsword PR9010 is a purpose-built training blade from the Xtreme Synthetic Series, designed for HEMA practitioners, stage combat, and safety-focused sparring. Developed with Dave Rawlings of the London Longsword Academy, it delivers a realistic feel with a safer, high-performance design.

• Overall dimensions: 48 1/2" overall length with a 38" white blade, black guard, scent stopper pommel, and black handle.
• Material and safety design: Crafted from reinforced high-impact polymer to provide durability and a safer training experience; blade is engineered to flex in the last third to reduce thrust risk.
• Internal reinforcement: A high-tensile steel rod runs along the full length of the handle, eliminating typical plastic handle flex and preserving control during strikes.
• Grip and comfort: Rubber-like thermoplastic elastomer grip absorbs impact and fits securely on the tangs for steady handling.
• Weight and balance: Approximately two-thirds the weight of a steel-bladed sword, heavier than many wooden wasters but with significantly lower impact than steel for safer sparring.
• Assembly and portability: Easy to assemble and disassemble for transport and storage, thanks to a brass nut molded into the pommel that creates a tight metal-on-metal joint and secures the grip against the guard.
• Aesthetic and use cases: Black guard and scent stopper pommel provide a classic look; ideal for training, theatrical performances, and choreographed fight scenes.
• Note on variations: Specs may vary slightly from piece to piece, reflecting production tolerances.

With the PR9010, you gain a training longsword that closely mirrors the weight and balance of a steel blade while delivering safer, controlled sparring. The blade’s flex toward the tip, reinforced tang, and impact-absorbing grip reduce the risk of injury during thrusts and hard strikes, helping practitioners build technique, timing, and endurance. Its two-thirds steel-equivalent weight offers a realistic feel without the fatigue or danger of full steel, making it suitable for regular practice, drills, and stage combat rehearsals. The easy-disassembly design supports convenient travel to classes, demonstrations, or theater productions without compromising performance.