The flexible half of the blade farthest from the hilt; the weakest area of the blade.
The weaker part of a sword blade, between the middle and the point.
the weaker part of a sword's blade from the forte to the tip
a slight flaw, a minor weakness or character defect
The weaker and more flexible portion of a fencing blade nearest the tip
The forward part of the blade near the tip; also known as the "weak".
the flexible upper half of the blade.
that part of the blade nearest the point
A term for the upper portion of the blade. This section is not as thick or as strong as the Forte; however, it has a wide range of motion and agility, which is why it is used primarily for attacking.
The weak section (top third) of the blade near the tip.
the flexible half of the blade further away from the hilt
the upper, weak part of the blade.
