Bidspirit auction | France Lames & Silverstar Fencing

France Lames & Silverstar Fencing Equipment Lot - An assortment of vintage fencing equipment including three complete weapons, two unmounted blades, a mask, protective clothing, and a rule book. The weapons feature pistol-style grips, with two foils and one epee. The guards are stamped repeatedly with the name FRANCE LAMES. One loose blade is incised with the word SILVERSTAR, while another is marked SILVER. The protective clothing consists of a long-sleeved jacket, breeches, and two underarm protectors, with fabric labels reading TCA MT. AIRY and MADE IN U.S.A. The collection includes a pair of black leather gauntlet-style gloves and a 1991 edition USFA Rule Book, which bears a handwritten signature reading R J Carter Jr. Blade Length: 35 inches Jacket Size: L Breeches Size: XL Glove Size: L The collection is in fair vintage condition overall. Significant surface oxidation and rust are present on the steel blades and guards, with pitting visible on the Silverstar blade. The white fabric clothing and mask bib exhibit moderate to heavy yellowing and staining, notably at the collars and underarms. The leather gloves show heavy surface scuffing and white residue marks. The rule book has scuffs to the cover and water staining along the bottom edge of the pages.