Light fencingjacket based on the popular "AP" 350N model. Besides the features like anoverlap in the front, bladecatcher, hard form protection, the "AP Light" is characterized by low weight, breathable construction, adjustable waistand extra pockets with foams. What is more, this jacket is thinnerthan the regular "AP" but still made from 350N puncture resistance fabric.Its lining allows heat and moisture removal and has the antibacterialfunction.On sleeves you canfind pockets for additional elbow protectors, e.g. "Shell" (link). Thanks toextra pockets for the foam, you can modify ribs, shoulders, andfront. This feature allows using this jacket in lighthistorical fencing training, as well as tournaments.
- 350N punctureresistance certificate
- Low weight- Pockets forfoams
- Breathablelining with antibacterial function
- Bladecatcher
- Pockets for elbowprotectors
- Adjustable waist
Multi-color options. Chart available HERE.
Washing Information is HERE.
| AP Fencing Jacket | AP "Light" Fencing Jacket |
Punctureresistance | 350N | 350N |
| Weight | 2,5 kg – 3,5 kg/ heavier | 1,6 kg – 1,9 kg/ lighter |
Basic layer offilling/amortization | Thicker on the wholesurface;
protecting more body areas | Thinner; ensuresbetter mobility |
Additional inneramortization layer | None | Pockets withremovable foams; changable
level of amortization on shoulders, front andribs |
| Breathability | Standard; moredifficult
because of thicker amortization layer | Good moisture andheat removal,
antibacterial lining |
Washing/drying | Handwash or chemicalwash; longer drying | Laundry wash; shorterdrying |
Additional fittingto the size | None | Extra strip on theback– adjustable waist
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| Forearms | Quilted withamortization layer | Thin; recommendedadditional protection |
Additionalfastening | None | Pockets for additionalelbow protectors |
Designedto | Intensive training and tournaments as well as
HEMA beginners | General-purpose,
manykinds of training. |
#1. Does the AP Light Jacket offer adequate protection for the full range of HEMA styles from longsword to rapier? I know it offers less then the regular style but I'm just curious how scaled down that protection is in comparison.
PHA> If you are doing ALL HEMA, its a good choice. Its less impact resistant than the AP, but more than the officer. Range of motion is also somewhat in-between.
#2. Is the light variant made from the same material as the regular SPES jacket? If not, what material?
PHA> It has more synthetic materials, including a open cell foam that is fairly breathable.
#3. Lastly, how significant is it in terms of the reduction of heat compared to the regular style?
PHA> Significant. Because of the open foam, mostly in the back.
Ultimately, I want a jacket that still is protective for all styles of HEMA combat but does not overheat excessively, as I will be practicing outside as well. Of the two, the SPES Axel Jacket V2.0 or the SPES AP Light 350N, which would you recommend?
PHA> The light for sure. You may get a few more bruises, but you will be cooler and have better motion.
New policy: we are imposing a $25 restocking fee on any return, exchange OR change in the open order for any special color (not black) on any SPES jacket or pants.
So please review your orders carefully and be sure you leave yourself time for your order to arrive if you want custom work, usually 4 weeks. I try to have black jackets and pants in stock at all times! 
