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Set of 10 screws for Epee or Foil tip
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Steel Epee Tip Screws (Pack of 10)
The steel epee tip screws are essential micro-precision components for fencing weapon maintenance. These millimetric screws are installed on the sides of the tip housing and function primarily as a physical stop to hold the tip and spring in place, preventing them from being ejected due to mechanical tension and the impacts of combat. Made of high-strength hardened steel, they offer excellent durability against wear from friction and continuous blows.
Description and Technical Specifications
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Material: High-strength carbon steel or hardened stainless steel. This ensures that the head slots do not easily strip (deform) when using a screwdriver and that they resist corrosion from sweat.
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Package Contents: 10 epee tip screws.
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Compatibility: Universal. Designed to fit epee tips from FIE-approved brands (such as Allstar, Uhlmann, Leon Paul, Prieur, FWF, among others).
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Geometry: Ultra-fine metric thread with a slotted cylindrical (flat) head, designed to sit perfectly flush with the outer diameter of the tip housing and prevent snagging on an opponent's clothing.
Importance for Epee Maintenance
Because the epee is a weapon designed for direct impact all over the body, constant vibrations and friction tend to loosen these screws. Losing even a single screw can misalign the tip, causing the weapon to fail the gauge test during weapon control or, worse, causing the tip to fly out in the middle of a bout, rendering the weapon inoperable.
Due to their millimetric size, they are considered the most frequently lost part in any fencing salle, which is why a pack of 10 units is the basic standard in any fencer's toolkit.
Installation and Usage Tips
🧲 Use a magnetic screwdriver: Installing these screws by hand is nearly impossible due to their size. A magnetized screwdriver specifically for fencing will hold the screw firmly while you insert it into the tip housing.
🧼 Proper tightening: Tighten the screw firmly but without using excessive force. If you over-tighten, you risk stripping the internal threads of the epee's tip housing, which would require replacing the entire housing.
🔍 Pre-bout check: Before stepping onto the strip, run your finger over the tip housing. If you feel the screw head protruding, give them a slight adjustment to prevent them from falling out during the action of the bout.
Steel Foil Tip Screws (Pack of 10)
The steel foil tip screws are high-precision micro-screws designed specifically for the maintenance of fencing weapons. These tiny components thread into the sides of the foil tip housing, acting as the mechanical stop that holds the tip (plunger) and spring in place. Made of highly durable hardened steel, they are built to withstand the constant impacts of combat and protect the internal electrical mechanism.
Description and Technical Specifications
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Material: Hardened carbon steel or stainless steel. Their high-strength alloy prevents the head slot from stripping (deforming) easily and offers excellent protection against corrosion from sweat and moisture.
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Package Contents: 10 foil tip screws.
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Compatibility: Universal. Compatible with most foil tip housings on the market that are FIE-approved (such as Allstar, Uhlmann, FWF, Leon Paul, Prieur, among others).
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Design: Ultra-fine metric thread with a slotted cylindrical head (for flat-head screwdrivers). They are designed to sit perfectly flush within the housing, avoiding burrs that could snag on the fabric of the opponent's conductive jacket (lamé).
Key Difference: Foil or Epee Screws?
⚠️ Compatibility note: Although they may look identical to epee screws to the untrained eye, foil screws are usually slightly shorter because the foil tip housing diameter is narrower. Mixing them up can cause the screw to rub against the internal mechanism or fail to secure the tip correctly. Always use the specific ones for each weapon.
Workshop and Maintenance Tips
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Mandatory magnetic tool: Due to their millimetric size, it is recommended to use a special magnetic fencing screwdriver. This prevents the screw from falling and getting lost on the fencing salle floor during assembly.
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Watch the torque: Tighten the screws until you feel the physical stop. Over-tightening can strip the brass or steel threads of the housing, permanently damaging the most expensive part of the assembly.
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Emergency kit: Being the component most often lost due to the vibrations of the hits, this pack of 10 units is a mandatory item in any fencer's bag to solve quick repairs in the middle of a competition.
