Sidesword, Diestro, Fig Pommel, MM

Diestro, Fig Pommel, Not handed.

Because of the curve of the guard, it is designed for Right Handed, but will work fine as a lefty. Its very minor difference.

Configuration 1 | Fig pommel, two small ports, wide blade

The Skillful Way

The Diestro sidesword perfectly introduces the fencer to the Destreza system. This style, originated in the Iberian regions, was in fashion from the end of 15th century, even though the first surviving treatise, “Philosophia de las Armas”, was written by Jerónimo Sánchez de Carranza in 1582.

Thanks to a good balance between cut and thrust, the Diestro is specifically designed for Historical European Martial Arts (HEMA) and is an excellent pairing with our buckler, targa, parrying dagger or a cape.

See Sizing tab for more information.

2 Year Warranty

Pommel: Fig pommel
Blade Type: Diamond blade with thick rounded ricasso
Cross: Straight with finger rings and knuckle bow

Scale Flex Test from Pommel: 19 lbs
Scale Flex Test from Guard: 21.5 lbs
SCA Hanging Flex Test: 1" (25mm)


Overall Length: 41" (104cm)
Blade Length: 35.4" (90cm)
Weight: 2.16lbs (980-1000g)
PoB: 4.5" (11.5 cm) from cross

Max Blade Width: Wide 3 cm
Cross Width: 23 cm
Grip Length: 8 cm (pommel not included)

Edge Thickness: 2 mm
Tip: Thickened
Hardening: 50 HRC