#170 French Rapier
Function and beauty vie for top billing on this splendid example of Norman's type 52 rapier hilt. The sinuously curved hilt and wire bound grip would have been a declaration of good taste from the earliest examples of this rapier style, appearing in the 1540's. This example is mounted with a stout blade, able to deliver a thrust or a cut, and not diminishing the elegance of the weapon.
The functionality of this piece should not be overlooked. Gentlemen were the first to carry such swords, but all classes quickly adapted to this handsome type of weapon for personal defense and swordplay.
The pommel is of an ovoid form in profile and oval in cross section. The inner guard is set with two bars flowing into one from the arms of the hilt and anchored at the base of the hilt block . Please indicate your preference for a blued, additional cost, or satin steel finish on the hilt when ordering.
Original circa 1590 Saxon, Tojhusmuseum, Copenhagen
Blade Length: 40.5" x 1.07 " Overall Length: 47"
$700.00
s/h - $41.00
#180 Hilt Blueing
A professional heat blueing is applied to create a deep rich, almost black finish on your sword hilt and pommel.
$75.00
#116 Sword Scabbard (not shown)
A heavy leather scabbard with a single seam up the back side available in black and brown.
$85
s/h - $12.75
(no s/h fee with sword order)
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