Fencing became far more specialized and narrowly focused on formal duels of gentlemanly single combat with secondary considerations for light cavalry during the 19th century. Foils, sabres and epees are weapons used in the sport of fencing. Olympic style fencing blades are designed for exclusively point and thrust actions. The majority of fencing blades are either sold on assembled weapons or through mail order and Internet orders, so you don’t have much of a chance to touch them yourself. A good supplier will be able to pull out the blades and fencing equipment that match your fencing style in order to maximize efficiency.