Rawlings Sparring Longsword PR9012 - Xtreme Synthetic Series 48.5 Overall, 38-Inch Blade, Scent Stopper Pommel

The Rawlings Sparring Longsword PR9012 is a high-performance synthetic longsword designed for HEMA training, sparring partners, and theatrical combat. Developed in collaboration with Dave Rawlings of the London Longsword Academy, it blends authentic handling with a clear safety edge.

• Overall dimensions: 48 1/2" overall length with a 38" silver blade; black guard; scent stopper pommel; brown handle.
• Blade and tang reinforcement: Blade/tang joint reinforced by a high-tensile steel rod running along the full length of the handle to minimize flex and maintain a consistent feel.
• Grip material: Grips are made from a rubber-like thermoplastic elastomer to absorb impact and provide a secure, snug fit on the tangs.
• Blade design and safety: Special-purpose reinforced high-impact polymer blade designed to flex in the last third toward the tip, enabling safer thrusting than conventional wooden wasters or shinai.
• Weight and balance: Approximately two-thirds the weight of a steel-bladed sword; heavier than most wooden wasters but with lower impact than steel, supporting safer sparring.
• Hardware and connection: Brass nut molded into the pommel creates a tight metal-on-metal joint to the tang and compresses the slide-on grip against the guard.
• Assembly and transport: Easy to assemble and disassemble for quick setup and effortless transport between classes, clinics, or productions.
• Use case: An excellent option for sparring,HEMA training, demonstrations, and stage/theatrical combat where realistic handling is desired with enhanced safety.
• Development and authenticity: Created in collaboration with Dave Rawlings and backed by the HEMA community and the London Longsword Academy for authentic handling in a synthetic form.
• Note: Specs may vary slightly from piece to piece.

With the PR9012, you gain a training blade that closely mirrors steel swords in weight and balance while significantly reducing risk. The flexing blade, impact-absorbing grip, and reinforced tang deliver a dependable, repeatable feel across drills, drills, and demonstrations. Easy assembly and transport make it a practical choice for daily sparring sessions, weekend clinics, or theatrical rehearsals where safety and realism matter.