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Your cart is empty.By the mid-1600's dueling was at the height of its popularity. In fact, this trend for settling affairs of honor with steel reached such heights that King Louis XIII of France outlawed dueling for fear of losing too many of his important dignitaries to this dangerous pursuit! Aristocratic noblemen saw it as their manly duty to defend their honor at sword-point, and as such began not only seeking out the knowledge and training imparted by specialist sword masters, but also exploring new types of weapons to help them gain a decisive edge. One particular sword began to gain popularity - a smaller, lighter and faster version of the Rapier that was easier to carry and quicker in combat. A precursor to what would eventually become the Small Sword referred to by many simply as the "transitional rapier"in. Cold Steel's interpretation of this blade (which we have named the Cavalier Rapier) features a sharp double edged and needle tipped blade which is decidedly shorter and lighter than a classic Rapier, allowing for much more speed and agility. With a tempered steel pierced shell guard, rings, quillons and knuckle bow it offers astonishingly good hand protection, while its wire wrapped grip and counter balancing pommel give great comfort and liveliness in-hand. Provided complete with a hand-stitched leather sheath with steel throat, chape and integral belt hook for ease of carry.
LVGent
Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2025
Great quality and arrived quickly. Sharp as well. Good Job Cold Steel!
Grant
Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2025
I bought this for a friend, who grew up being into swashbuckling movies like The Three Musketeers and Zorro. The edges are not razor sharp but the tip is crazy sharp. The rapier fits well in the hand, feels balanced, no rough edges. There are large rings inside the cup hilt above the cross guard that you can place your index finger into for a fencer style grip.We practiced thrusting the blade through refilled plastic water bottles, and the point glides through with ease. It feels like a well built, serious weapon, not just a wall hanger.
Serge
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2025
It's built very solidly, and very attractive! Feels a bit heavy...., but ,maybe just for me...Anyway , i am impressed !!!
Paul Kohler
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2025
Smaller than I thought it would be but is such an amazing item and beautiful!
David Padgett
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2022
It came new in original Cold Steel packaging, covered in a light coat of oil. It is well-made sharp as it needs to be.The leather sheath is a little snug at first, but loosens up perfectly. It is a beautiful sword made by a fantastic company.
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