A total of 39 men from 21 nations competed in this event. Nations had been limited to three fencers each since 1928. Competition took place in the Fencing Hall at the Helliniko Olympic Complex on August 14.
A total of 39 male fencers from 21 countries participated in this event. Countries had been restricted to three fencers each since 1928. The competition took place in the Fencing Hall at the Helliniko Olympic Complex on August 14.