Based on models of 17th century swept-hilt rapiers of Italian ancestry, our Torino Rapier exhibits the classic straight crossguard styling popular in this part of Europe. The Torino rapier has a stainless steel hilt, for reduced maintenance, and high-carbon steel flex-tempered blade. The hilt is now of the same size as the museum piece on which it is based, providing an authentic “feel” in the user’s hand. This functional rapier has excellent balance and comes with a leather scabbard. Overall length of 45 1/4" with a 36 5/8" blade.