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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Our last month-long historical fencing beginner class for women, trans, and non-binary folks was so popular that we’re holding another! E-mail us at info@bostonarmizare.org to learn more! #boston #hema #longsword #rapier #fencing

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Great to get out to Brighton for Open Streets Boston and chat with folks about historical fencing! #hema #boston #fencing #brighton

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

BA is demoing on Harvard Ave. in Brighton for @openstsboston today! Swing by if you’re around and talk to us about swords! #hema #brighton #fencing #boston #longsword

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Sometimes the “oh dang it I give up” parry … works??? #longsword #hema #boston #fencing

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

What a way to end a sparring session by our fencer Eric #hema #rapier #fencing #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Congratulations to our fencer Derek for placing first and our friend Kieran for placing second at ARFL 26’s sword and buckler tournament! #hema #swordandbuckler #boston #fencing #swordandshield

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Lovely thrust from Ad Fontes founder and former BA member Dustin at Boar’s Tooth 2026 #hema #longsword #boston #fencing #boarstooth26

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

A local artist was at our @bplroslindale lecture and did these incredible sketches of it! 🎨: Richard Pepp #hema #longsword #boston #roslindale #rapier

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

We’re opening up a whole new night for beginners in October (Friday 2/9/16/23 from 7-9 p.m. at Boston Fencing Club in Brighton). Come learn longsword and rapier — email us at info@bostonarmizare.org to sign up! #boston #hema #longsword #rapier #massachusetts

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Congratulations to Nick for winning silver in the A-tier longsword tournament at Boar’s Tooth 2026! 1. Kieran Garrity 2. Nick Reynolds 3. Eric Crain 4. Sawyer Rardin 5. Gavin Griffin #hema #longsword #boarstooth26 #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Congratulations to coach Christina for taking silver in the GenEq longsword competition at Boar’s Tooth 2026! #hema #longsword #boston #fencing #massachusetts

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Prosciutto supervises while we set up for Boar’s Tooth. #hema #boarstooth26 #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Today’s the day! Doors open at Shady Hill School at 3:30 for Boar’s Tooth 2026! Reminder to bring proof of a negative COVID test. Excited to see you all! #hema #boarstooth26 #boston #longsword #rapier

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

We’re happy to announce CHFG as a sponsor for Boar’s Tooth 2026! CHFG makes some of the best HEMA protective gear on the market, including the iconic Gabriel gloves. Thank you for being our sponsors! #hema #boston #boarstooth26

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

We’re excited to announce Wukusi Armory as a sponsor for Boar’s Tooth 2026! Wukusi makes perhaps the most protective HEMA masks on the market, and overlays that greatly improve the protection of standard fencing masks. Thank you for being our sponsor! #hema #fencing #boarstooth26

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

We’re excited to announce Heavy Hammer Artificer as a sponsor for Boar’s Tooth 2026! Heavy Hammer crafts customizable and durable steel and Kydex armor, particularly high-quality gorgets. Thank you for being our sponsors! #hema #boston #boarstooth #boarstooth26

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

“Oh? You’re approaching me? Instead of running away, you’re coming right to me? With your point out of presence?” #hema #boston #longsword #jojo #massachusetts

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Boar’s Tooth medals are here, and they’re *sick as hell.* #hema #boston #boarstooth26 #longsword #rapier

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

We’re happy to announce Purpleheart Armory as a sponsor for Boar’s Tooth 2026! Purpleheart is your one-stop shop for HEMA gear — from weapons to protective gear to all kinds of accessories, Purpleheart has you covered. Thank you for all that you do for the community and for being our sponsors! #hema

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Dave hit the girata at Cactus Cup so hard that his sword barely survived #hema #saber #sabre #fencing #boston

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Joe DeMartino @jdemartino.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Still spots open for this! If you're in Boston and you'd like to learn how to wield a longsword and rapier (and eventually way more), get in touch! #boston #hema #fencing #longsword #rapier

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

SIGI Forge returns as a sponsor for Boar’s Tooth 2026! More and more of our loaner weapons come from Slovakia, and it’s no wonder why: SIGI blades are safe, reliable, and responsive. Thank you for being our sponsor! #hema #longsword #rapier #boston #fencing

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DanAAAAAAAAAA Boo-rube @dana-berube.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

ATTN BOSTON: Highly recommend this HEMA class!! I took the beginner class earlier this year (as the least athletic person alive) and had a blast. They’re a great bunch, very welcoming and friendly ⚔️

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

We're holding a beginner class for women, trans, and non-binary folks! Saturday mornings in September, students will learn Italian longsword and rapier in a safe and welcoming environment, taught by our coaches Ania, Annette, and Christina. Email info@bostonarmizare.org to sign up! #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Extra large congratulations to the Boston crew for passing their Provost at Arms exams at SSU’s Fencing Master Program! #hema #fencing

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Grey pulls off the rare passata sotto in saber 🤌🤌🤌 #hema #saber #sabre #fencing #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Steve and Han are preparing to test for the rank of Provost this year at SSU’s Fencing Masters Certificate Program 👀. Good luck also to friend of the club Justin! #hema #fencing

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

This thrust from Derek in the gold medal match at the Montreal Sword Meisters sword and buckler tournament was so slick that it was tough for even the audience to see … so we slowed it down for your viewing pleasure. #hema #swordandbuckler #swordandshield #fencing #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Beautiful thrust from Derek in rapier and dagger at the Montreal Sword Meisters team event #hema #rapier #rapieranddagger #fencing #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

Congratulations to Derek for winning gold and Mike for making top 8 at Montreal Sword Meisters 2026’s sword and buckler tournament! #hema #swordandbuckler #fencing #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

🐍🐍🐍 thrust from coach Mike during the Montreal Sword Meisters teams event #hema #boston #fencing #swordandbuckler #swordandshield

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Congratulations to Derek for winning gold and Mike for making top eight and winning the technical award at Montreal Sword Meisters’ rapier tournament! #hema #rapier #fencing #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

This disarm from our fencer Dave at Montreal Sword Meisters on Friday 🤌🤌🤌 #hema #longsword #fencing #boston #sword

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Congratulations to Mike, Derek, and Dave and Athena School of Arms coach Steven for winning gold in the team event at Montreal Sword Meisters! #hema #boston #saber #rapier #swordandbuckler

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Boar’s Tooth 2026 update: Sabre is FULL and spots for the rest of the tournaments are filling up fast! Make sure to register soon to reserve your spot! bostonarmizare1.ticketspice.com/boars-tooth-... #boston #hema #longsword #rapier #sabre

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

In town for the World Cup and looking for something to do when your team’s not playing? Come join us at the East Boston branch of the Boston Public Library for another lecture on historical fencing and dueling! #hema #boston #fencing #longsword #rapier

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Boar’s Tooth 2026 shirts are available for purchase on the BT site (www.bostonarmizare.org/boars-tooth-...)! Rules and gear requirements will be live tomorrow — stay tuned! #hema #boston #boarstooth #boarstooth2026

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Ania teaches the victim in this I.33 plate what he should have done #hema #swordandbuckler #fencing #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Congratulations to our coach Joe for taking fifth place at Pridefecht 2026’s sword and buckler tournament! #hema #swordandbuckler #fencing #swordandshield #rhodeisland

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

When you go to the same spot so often after practice that you become part of their marketing material 😁 #hema #boston #massachusetts

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Slots for Boar’s Tooth 2026 are filling up quickly, and we’re more than half full for the whole tournament! Register now to avoid missing out! bostonarmizare1.ticketspice.com/boars-tooth-... #hema #longsword #rapier #sabre #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Congratulations to coach Christina for taking fifth place at the SERFO URG rapier competition! #hema #rapier #swordwomen #serfo #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Congratulations to coach Christina for taking eighth place at the SERFO GenEq Longsword competition. Here’s a couple 🐍🐍🐍 thrusts to celebrate. #hema #longsword #swordwomen #serfo #boston

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

The Boston Armizare space program executes another successful launch, courtesy of #IGX26 open longsword gold medalist Nick Reynolds. #hema #boston #fencing #longsword

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Boston Armizare @bostonarmizare.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

The schedule for Boar’s Tooth 2026 is LIVE! Register right here: bostonarmizare1.ticketspice.com/boars-tooth-... #hema #longsword #rapier #sabre #boston

Boar’s Tooth 2026 schedule

**Friday:**
4pm - 430pm - Check-in
430pm - 730pm - Rapier
730pm - 9pm - Team Event

**Saturday:**
8am - 830am - Check-in
830 - 1230pm - Longsword B, part one
1230pm - 130pm - Lunch
130pm - 5pm - Longsword B, part two
530pm - 730pm - GenEq Longsword
730pm - 8pm - packup

**Sunday:**
8am - 830am - Check-in
830 - 11am - Longsword A
11am - 1230pm - Lunch
1230pm - 4pm - Sabre
4pm - 5pm - Packup

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