Canne (Fencing Cane)
Blunt / Fencing weapon
Quick Facts
Martial Arts
OriginFrance (19th Century (Paris))
Wield TypeSingle-handed
MaterialChestnut or hazel wood (tapered)
Length95 cm cm
Weight0.10 - 0.13 kg kg
History
Traditional French self-defense cane created by Parisian gentlemen and fencing masters (Vigny, Charlemont). Designed as an elegant dress accessory providing instant defense.
About
Utilizes wide circular slashes (Brisé, Enlèvement) generated from shoulder and wrist, deep fencing lunges (Fente), and spinning turns (Volté) to amplify force.