French Rapier - deposit

  Due to continued supply challenges and the length of our order queue we will be adjusting how our rapiers are available. They are available to order again but you will only be charged a 150.00 deposit. They will be added to the order queue which is currently running about 18 to 24 months. Full Price 1520.00 - if you order deposit is 150.00  Based on Original: Circa 1590 Saxon, Tojhusmuseum, Copenhagen   Overall length: 47" BladeLength: 40.5" Blade Width:1.07"   Function and beauty vie for top billing on this splendid example of Norman's Type 52 rapier hilt. The sinuously curved hilt and wire-bound grip would have been a declaration of good taste from the earliest examples of this rapier style, appearing in the 1540's. This example is mounted with a stout blade, able to deliver a thrust or a cut, and not diminishing the elegance of the weapon. The functionality of this piece should not be overlooked. Gentlemen were the first to carry such swords, but all classes quickly adapted to th