The electric sabre is probably the simplest of the three weapons to keep in good working condition.  Although it uses the same body cord as a foil, there are no wires or special tips in the blade.  The handle consists of the bell, grip, socket and pommel nut.  It is very important to keep all the handle parts tight in order to maintain a good electrical connection.  If these are loose, it could cost you points!

The pommel nut holds all the parts together.  

Usually, hand tightening the nut will be enough to keep it tight, though sometimes a wrench may be necessary.

    

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