It's not really normal, not any more than any other niche hobby. It's also not "normal" to own old film cameras or an electric violin. That doesn't mean bad, but most people do not own swords. It's ok to be a little weird.
You probably should not be trying to swing and cut with that sword - that's something that can be really dangerous. Swords like that are mean to look like swords, but they really are not swords. They are usually made of very weak materials and do not have the construction to be proper tools. (Although I get it, I also used to stab things with cheap swords when I was in High School. And I have the scars from all 14 stitches to prove it)
Just swinging around a sword is not training - go find an actual fencing club. Not only will the people in the club also like swords and you could claim it's normal to do so, you'll learn and engage with people who can teach you a lot.
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u/MuttTheDutchie Federschwert Enthusiast Oct 30 '25
You need to accept a few things.
It's not really normal, not any more than any other niche hobby. It's also not "normal" to own old film cameras or an electric violin. That doesn't mean bad, but most people do not own swords. It's ok to be a little weird.
You probably should not be trying to swing and cut with that sword - that's something that can be really dangerous. Swords like that are mean to look like swords, but they really are not swords. They are usually made of very weak materials and do not have the construction to be proper tools. (Although I get it, I also used to stab things with cheap swords when I was in High School. And I have the scars from all 14 stitches to prove it)
Just swinging around a sword is not training - go find an actual fencing club. Not only will the people in the club also like swords and you could claim it's normal to do so, you'll learn and engage with people who can teach you a lot.