Bone Handled Swept Hilt Rapier by Hanwei

SH1092 -- Bone Handled Swept Hilt Rapier 

The Hanwei Renaissance-style Swept Hilt Rapiers trace their origins to early 17th century Europe, where swordplay with the Rapier was considered an essential part of a gentleman's education and was often used in resolving gentlemanly disagreements. Blades generally originated in one of the blade making centers such as Toledo or Solingen, but many differences in styling and hilt materials resulted from the local manufacture of hilts all over Europe.

The swept-hilt rapiers and their attendant main gauches have now been redesigned to provide lighter, better balanced pieces than earlier models. The hilts are now of the same size as the museum pieces on which they are based, providing an authentic “feel” in the user’s hand. This rapier blade is interchangeable with the “Practical” blades (OH2255 - rapier), which are designed for safety in rapier sparring. This gives the user a choice of swept hilt styles for use with both live and “Practical” blades. A replacement live blade is also available (OH2327).

Made by Hanwei.

Bone Handled Swept Hilt Rapier by Hanwei Features:

• High carbon steel blade
• Genuine bone grip
• Includes rigid scabbard
• Fully Functional

Measurements:

Blade: 36 5/8"
Overall: 45 1/4"
Weight: 2lbs 2oz
Point of Balance: 5"
Point of Percussion: 30"
Width at guard: .74"
Width at tip: .33"
Thickness at guard: .25"
Thickness at tip: .16"