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
typically originated in Toledo or Solingen and would be hilted by regional
smiths, resulting in many hilt styles. This reproduction has a high-carbon
steel blade and a very attractive solid steel (not plated) basket with a
genuine bone grip.
A rigid leather-covered scabbard is included.