
MasterGuard
Male Chest Guard
Fully protect men and boys' chests, ribs and sternum from impact and injury. Originally designed for Fencing Masters and/or students, but MasterGuard is now used widely by experienced fencers young and old.
Made from the same Low Density Polyethylene as our well respected Female Chest Guards. Coloured white, and available with white or black straps.
Suitable for
Fencing: Especially suitable for Fencing Masters while training students. Great for your students to gain confidence. Many Fencing schools and studios insist Master Guard is worn by all male fencers, and Master Guard is approved for competition use. Pair this with the FoilGuard, required in Foil fencing.
Used in many other sports and activities where chest protection is desired, eg Paintball.
How it works
MasterGuard consists of a lightweight yet strong Polyethylene protection "plate" that wraps around the chest and rib cage. It extends from the sternum down the torso to the navel, and is held securely in place with adjustable elastic straps and a velcro fastening.
Fits easily under Fencing uniforms.
Features
- Master Guard is made from the same low density Polyethylene as our well respected Female Chest Guards.
- Easily adjustable shoulder and back strap.
- CE Certified as a Fencing Chest Guard to EN13567:2002 + A1:2007
- Approved for use by FIE
Sizing
Fits easily under Fencing or sports uniforms.
Size | Chest size | ||
---|---|---|---|
XS | Extra Small | 70-85cm | 27-33.5" |
S | Small | 85-90cm | 34-35.5" |
M | Medium | 90-120cm | 36-47" |
L | Large | 110-140cm | 48-55" |
XL | Extra Large | over 140cm |
50"+ |
Competition requirements
Federation Internationale Escrime (FIE) ruling.
Chest Protectors at World Cup competitions: The Executive Committee of the FIE has issued a ruling regarding the use of chest protectors for Foil for World Cup and World Championship competition:
" The use of breast/chest protectors (made of metal or some rigid material) is compulsory for women and optional for men. In foil, this breast/chest protector must be worn below the protective plastron "
Chest Protectors at USFA competitions:
The Executive Committee of the USFA has issued a ruling regarding the use of chest protectors for Foil for USFA competition:
"Breast protectors/chest protection : The use of breast protectors/chest protection in Foil is authorized for Men and Women providing that they are worn under the fencing jacket. Urgent decision. Immediate application."