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Swept Hilt Fencing Rapiers

The swept hilt rapier was the civilian weapon of choice for close to 200 years, from the early 16th century to the early 18th. On our replica, nine brass bars, all at least 1/8 inch thick, swirl and curve to make the dazzling cage that protects the hand from being cut. Also, the Swept-Hilt often caught an opponent's blade, opening him up to a fatal stab. Swordplay with the swept hilt rapier was considered an essential part of a gentleman's education and was often used in resolving gentlemanly disagreements. Functional fencing rapier blades typically originated in Toledo or Solingen and would be hilted by regional smiths, resulting in many hilt styles. Hilt finishes were both practical and decorative and gilding, silvering and bluing were all widely accepted methods of providing both decoration and resistance to rust.
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17th Century Italian Rapier

17th Century Italian Rapier

Item # 501227
A beautifully executed 17th Century rapier with a complex hilt and faceted pommel. The grip is hand wound with silver plated wire with woven wire rings, top and bottom. This type of sword was deadly effective as a dueling weapon.
$285.00
Black Hilt Rapier

Black Hilt Rapier

Item # ZS-926850
Not all rapiers were made for the social elite of the renaissance. They were a common sword of the day, and so some, like this Black Hilt Rapier, were made to be less ornate. Being less fancy hardly decreased its effectiveness.
$99.90 $89.91
Black Wire Hilt Rapier

Black Wire Hilt Rapier

Item # MC-KS-5918BK
Precision, agility, and technique are all three things that the rapier emphasizes, thanks to its narrow blade. This Black Wire Hilt Rapier recreates the look of a historic sword that gradually changed the way men fought with blades.
$108.00
Blackened Swept Hilt Rapier

Blackened Swept Hilt Rapier

Item # AH-3421
A duelist needs a sword that excels at both offense and defense. This Blackened Swept Hilt Rapier, with its cut-and-thrust style blade, looks to be just that, while its blackened hilt confers a dark appeal to the look of this blade.
$158.00
Bone Grip Swept Hilt Rapier

Bone Grip Swept Hilt Rapier

Item # 500094
The swept hilt rapier was quite popular in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. This Bone Grip Swept Hilt Rapier is hand forged and has a blade of high carbon steel. The diamond cross section provides firmness and flexibility.
$245.00
Brandenburg Rapier

Brandenburg Rapier

Item # 501409
The rapier is a classic evolution of the sword, changing as warriors began to favor finesse and skill over strength. This Brandenburg Rapier is equal parts form and function, possessing a dashing look and a blade fit for any swordsman.
$285.00
Christus Imperat Rapier

Christus Imperat Rapier

Item # 501471
A rapier of identical form and proportions to the Christus Imperat Rapier is housed in The Royal Armouries, formerly known as the Tower of London. The flamboyantly formed hilt is both beautiful and functional.
$295.00
Classical Swept Hilt Rapier

Classical Swept Hilt Rapier

Item # AH-3321
For the most part, swordplay was solely the province of warriors in history. At least, that remained true until the 16th century, when swordplay became popular with civilians and swords like this Classical Swept Hilt Rapier became common.
$156.00
Deschaux Rapier

Deschaux Rapier

Item # 500862
With its graceful, artistic lines, the rapier has always been a romantic symbol of the Renaissance. The reality is that the rapier is a deadly hand-to-hand combat weapon, perfectly suited for the swift duelists of the day.
$265.00
Duelists Swept Hilt Rapier

Duelists Swept Hilt Rapier

Item # AH-3324
The epitome of skill and noble swordplay was, without a question, embodied in the rapier. Favored by military and civilians alike, swords like this Duelists Swept Hilt Rapier were a common sight throughout the 16th and 17th centuries.
$156.00
Fencers Swept Hilt Rapier

Fencers Swept Hilt Rapier

Item # AH-3405
As swords became lighter, carrying and fighting with one became popular among civilians. This Fencers Swept Hilt Rapier is one sword that a noble might have carried, as much for self-defense as a symbol of personal skill and prestige.
$158.00
Leather Wire Hilt Rapier

Leather Wire Hilt Rapier

Item # MC-KS-5918
Predecessor to modern fencing weapons as we know them, the Rapier is the progenitor of a line of swords that emphasize precision, agility, technique, and a counter-and-thrust style that has become the sport of fencing.
$108.00

Testimonial

Got here very fast and my son absolutely LOVES it (DK4000). It's constructed beautifully and he'll be able to wear it for a long time. He's a small six year old and wears the buckles fully closed, so this can be part of his Ren Faire costume for years. Thanks!

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