Our Journey: From First Prototype to a New Era in Fencing
When we soldered together the very first experimental pocket boxes in 2020, we weren’t sure what to expect. Would they even work on the piste? Those first field tests in épée and foil felt like a leap into the unknown — but when the lights came on and the system responded just as we hoped, we knew we were onto something special.
From that moment, the idea became a mission.
2021 - Turning prototypes into products
After countless late nights and iterations, we completed the development of our first-generation pocket box. For the first time, fencers could experience a reliable, portable scoring system that fit in their pocket. We opened sales globally, and within months, hundreds of devices were being used in clubs around the world.
2022 - Gaining trust in the community
As word spread, two of the biggest names in fencing — PBT and Allstar — decided to carry our product. For us, it was more than just retail agreements; it was validation that even established players in the sport saw the value of what we were building. Ever since, Calibur is available in dozens of physical fencing stores worldwide.
2023 - Into the spotlight
The year brought challenges and big opportunities. We were invited to present our vision on Shark Tank, a nerve-wracking but unforgettable experience. Soon after, STRT Holding joined us as an investor. With their support and the community’s continued enthusiasm, sales soared into the thousands.
2024 - A breakthrough for sabre
Sabre fencers had been patiently waiting, and finally, the Gen2 Pocket Box delivered. Scoring was now possible without any extension kits — and we used the redesign to bring major improvements in accuracy, ease of use, and overall experience. It felt like a new chapter for our technology.
2025 - Connecting past and future
This year, we introduced the Relay: a bridge between tradition and innovation. For the first time, pocket boxes can connect to classic scoring machines, transforming them into wireless systems without losing the feel of tradition. It’s the clearest sign yet that our goal isn’t just to innovate, but to integrate.
Looking back, it’s incredible to see how far we’ve come in just five years. What started as a small experiment has grown into a movement, embraced by fencers across the world. And while we’re proud of what we’ve built so far, we know the journey is only beginning.
What's next?
We’re not stopping here. The next steps on our journey include introducing piste grounding, polishing accuracy in those specific edge cases for foil and sabre, and making our website available in new languages — so even more of the fencing world can connect with us directly.
Here’s to the next chapter.
