This beautiful swept-hilt rapier has a blackened hilt and shell guard with an intricate floral design. The grip is wire over wood and the pommel is large enough to balance a blade that is capable of delivering a cut as well as a thrust. All together an attractive and effective rapier. Well-tempered high carbon steel blade forged by experienced craftsmen. Made by Windlass Steelcrafts®. The Blackened Rapier includes a leather scabbard. Overall 44" Blade 36" long, 1" wide, 1/4" thick Wt.-2 lbs. 6 oz. Circa 1625.