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Spada Da Lato Side Sword

Spada Da Lato Side Sword

By: Kingston Arms
Spada Da Lato Side Sword
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Product Code: 7312
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The Renaissance Sword Between Two Eras

The transition from the medieval arming sword to the elegant rapier did not happen overnight. During the Renaissance, European sword design evolved to meet changing demands in both military and civilian life. The Kingston Arms Spada Da Lato Side Sword captures this fascinating period, combining the cutting ability of traditional swords with the increasingly sophisticated hand protection associated with Renaissance fencing.

The Italian term spada da lato, meaning "sword at the side," is commonly used today to describe the versatile cut and thrust swords associated with 16th-century Italy. Carried by soldiers and civilians alike, these swords combined practical blades with increasingly elaborate guards. Their development overlapped with the emergence of the rapier, reflecting a period when cutting and thrusting techniques remained important parts of European swordsmanship.

The Kingston Arms Italian Side Sword recreates this distinctive Renaissance style with a forged 5160 high carbon steel blade measuring 32 3/4 inches. Its elegant swept hilt provides substantial protection for the sword hand, while the blade's close 2-inch point of balance contributes to responsive handling. The combination of a protective guard and a versatile blade reflects the practical considerations behind historical cut and thrust sword design.

A leather-covered grip complements the polished steel fittings, while the included leather-covered scabbard completes the traditional appearance. Measuring 41 inches overall and weighing approximately 2 pounds 9 ounces, this Renaissance side sword offers collectors and historical fencing enthusiasts an opportunity to appreciate one of the most interesting periods in European sword development.

For more economical shipping, the Kingston Arms Spada Da Lato is supplied disassembled.

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Specifications

Reliks Product ID 7312
Manufacturer SKU SM36190
Manufacturing Origin China
Blade Length 32 3/4"
Blade Material 5160 High Carbon Steel
Blade Thickness at Guard 5.5 mm
Blade Thickness at Tip 2.8 mm
Full Length 41"
Handle Length 4 1/4"
Handle Material Leather
Point of Balance 2"
Scabbard Leather w/ Steel Fittings
Weight 2 lb 9 oz


Spada Da Lato Side Sword FAQ's

A side sword generally features a blade designed for both cutting and thrusting, while many later rapiers emphasize the thrust with longer, narrower blades. The two sword types developed alongside one another during the Renaissance, and their historical classifications sometimes overlap.

The swept hilt uses curved steel bars and rings to provide additional protection for the sword hand. These increasingly elaborate guards became prominent during the Renaissance as European fencing techniques and sword designs evolved.

Spada da lato translates from Italian as "sword at the side." Today, the term is commonly used by collectors and historical fencing enthusiasts to describe Renaissance cut and thrust swords, particularly those associated with 16th-century Italy.

The sword is supplied disassembled to allow more economical shipping. This reduces the overall package dimensions during transport. Assembly is required before the sword is displayed or used.

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