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Rapier Sword - Fencing Sword-39"- Stainless Steel
Rapier Sword - Fencing Sword-39"- Stainless Steel

Rapier Sword - Fencing Sword-39"- Stainless Steel

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Rapier Sword – 39" Stainless Steel with Ornate Hilt

A Timeless Weapon of Elegance and Precision

The rapier is a slender, sharply pointed sword designed primarily for thrusting attacks, though it can also be used for cutting and slashing. Featuring a complex hilt to protect the hand, the rapier was widely used in dueling, self-defense, and military combat during the 16th and 17th centuries.

Originally developed in 15th-century Spain, the rapier quickly spread throughout Early Modern Europe, becoming a staple weapon for nobles and swordsmen alike. Unlike the heavier two-handed longswords, the rapier was designed for one-handed use, allowing the wielder to carry a dagger, cloak, or even a pistol in the other hand—similar to how Roman soldiers wielded the gladius with a shield.

A Symbol of Status and Controversy

The rapier became a fashionable weapon among European aristocracy, but it was not without its critics. The English swordsman George Silver famously dismissed it, arguing that its design favored dueling over practical combat. Nevertheless, its influence endured, evolving into the modern fencing foil, which remains a cornerstone of competitive fencing today. Many historical schools of rapier fencing, founded in the 16th century, are still active across Europe.

Sword Specifications

  • Overall Length: 39 inches
  • Blade Material: Stainless Steel
  • Rockwell Hardness: 56-58 HRC
  • Handle Material: Stainless Steel
  • Sheath: Wood and Plastic

Blending historical elegance with modern craftsmanship, this rapier is perfect for collectors, historical enthusiasts, and practitioners of classical fencing.

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