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. The SH1092 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. Either of our rapier belts (Models SH1039 or OK-H60) is ideally suited to this rapier. KEY FEATURES: High-carbon steel blade Genuine bone grip Rigid scabbard included
MEASUREMENTS: Blade length: 36 5/8" Overall length: 45 1/4" Weight: 2lb 2oz Box height: 46" Box width: 11"